The veneering is done as a form of play, and the process leads to three or more top panels made at the same time. Even though they are done at the same time, the process insures that each is unique.
The point of course is that there's pleasure in the making of each one, and someone might find some pleasure in keeping special things inside a finished box.
I am interested in learning whether the maker movement and the excitement that some participants find in it will lead to the long term development of quality craftsmanship.
As an example, a friend of mine, Larry Williams, has been making wood bodied planes for many years. His are the state of the art, and prized by collectors. He has only recently, and after so many years discovered design details in early planes that he and his partner will apply. The point is that watching a few youtube videos and doing what you see on screen is not enough to fully develop as a craftsman. Craftsmanship often requires years of doing the same thing over and over and applying steady attention to the improvement of your craft. It takes some level of dedication and commitment.
Will the resurgence of interest associated with the maker movement lead to quality craftsmanship? It may take 40 years to find out.
Make, fix, create, and assist others in learning lifewise.
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