Hello all. I'm new to woodworking, though I have some experience with home improvement and rough carpentry projects. I also come from a woodworking family, and grew up in a home where my dad's 1,200 sf basement workshop wasn't nearly big enough for him and the sounds of screeching sawblades often disturbed our poor neighbors late into the night.
Anyway, I thought I'd share my first project, a simple book stand. Made it out of some black walnut I snatched from dad. I love how it darkens up without any stain or dye. Also tried my hand at some basic mortise and tenon joinery. I have thick skin so feel free to be harsh, if necessary.
I think next I'll go for something a little more ambitious...perhaps a writing slope like this one.