Have you ever found yourself rushing through the guitar finishing process, eager to see the final result—only to end up facing frustration, soft finishes, or imperfections? In this podcast episode, I’m diving into the transformative power of "Cure Time"—not just as a technical approach to better guitar finishing, but as a principle that’s helped me create a more fulfilling journey in both the quality of my guitars and my life.   SUBSCRIBE: The Art Of Lutherie Free Newsletter: https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/ CHECK OUT THE COURSE: The Art of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ LEARN MORE: The Luthier’s EDGE online guitar making school and mentorship program: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ BOOK MENTIONED: "Rest" By Alex Soojung-Kim Pang (Highly Recommended!) https://geni.us/O6X9V   In this episode, we’ll explore how embracing the Cure Time Principal, allowing your work to rest, and creating the right environment can lead to: - A more efficient and enjoyable guitar finishing process. - Mastering French polishing and other luthier techniques. - Greater mindfulness and personal growth, not only in craftsmanship but in every aspect of life. I'll share practical tips on how I integrate "Cure Time" in guitar finishing, why rushing can lead to setbacks, and how these lessons have extended beyond my workshop to improve many other parts of my life. Whether you’re an experienced luthier or someone looking to bring more mindfulness to your craft, I think you’ll find something valuable here.   KEY TAKEAWAYS:  Why rushing your guitar finishing process leads to common mistakes—and how to avoid them. - How "Cure Time" can transform not just your creative work, but also your approach to life. - Practical tips for mastering French polishing and making the guitar building process more enjoyable. If you haven’t subscribed yet, I’d love for you to join me for more on the art of lutherie, guitar making tips, and ways to bring mindfulness into the craft you love: https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/

Stress and tension are vital parts of the guitar's design. After all, the tension of the strings is the engine that drives the whole system. But sometimes, if we aren't aware of it, we build or design stress and tension into places or components of the guitar that can harm its long-term stability and sound quality. In this video, I share my approach to improving your guitars and your workflow by spotting and managing tension and stress concentration:  In your guitar designsIn your guitar-building processAnd in other critical areas of your life The simple approach I explain in the video can help you craft a better guitar-building workflow, achieve better long-term stability, and produce a more beautiful voice from each instrument you create. 👉Learn more about the new Art Of Guitar Side Bending video course and join the waiting list here: https://theartoflutherie.com/guitar-side-bending/ 👉Free Ultimate Guide To Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/ 👉JOIN  FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER (26K+ SUBSCRIBERS): https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/ 👉FREE ARTICLES AND GUIDEShttps://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar building school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ ===  👉Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/ — 🙏 Support The Art Of Lutherie by purchasing through our affiliate links.*By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you. — Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie

Explore the new StewMac guitar side bending machine, how it compares to the older Fox Bender, and learn how to use it step-by-step. 👉Check out the new Stewmac side bender here: https://stewmac.sjv.io/AWvM6N   👉Learn more about the new Art Of Guitar Side Bending video course and join the waiting list here: https://theartoflutherie.com/guitar-side-bending/   👉Free Ultimate Guide To Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   👉JOIN FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER (26K+ SUBSCRIBERS): https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/   👉FREE ARTICLES AND GUIDES • Hacklinger Caliper Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/hacklinger-magnetic-caliper/ • Best Block Plane For Guitar Making: https://theartoflutherie.com/block-plane/ • Dragon Rasp Review: https://theartoflutherie.com/wood-rasp/ • Luthier's Guide To Fret Saws: https://theartoflutherie.com/fret-saw/   👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar building school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/   👉Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw   ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/   🙏 Support The Art Of Lutherie by purchasing through our affiliate links. *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you.   Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie

Check out my current picks for the best luthier tools. These are the tools that help me get more done, do higher quality work, and have more fun in the process. I hope this video helps you find some new top tools of your own to help you do your best guitar-building work in 2024 and beyond. 👉Free Ultimate Guide To Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/ 👉TOOLS FROM THE VIDEO: • Dog Leg Chisel Set: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dog-leg-micro-chisels/ • Deluxe Fret Tang Nipper: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/deluxe-fret-tang-nipper • Fret End File: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/fret-end-dressing-file/ • Dragon Rasp: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dragon-rasp/ • Rasp Handle: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/nicholson-rasp-handle/ • Fret Press System: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/fret-press-caul-with-inserts • Deadblow Fret Hammer: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/deadblow-fretting-hammer/ • String Spacing Ruler: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/string-spacing-rule/ • Lie Nielson Block Plane: https://www.lie-nielsen.com/products/small-block-planes • IBEX 10mm Violin Finger Plane: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/ibex-carving-planes/ • Hacklinger magnetic Thickness Caliper (1-7mm): https://www.internationalviolin.com/ProductDetail/t9606_magnetic-thickness-caliper-17mm • Dual Grit Diamond Fret Crowning File: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/dual-grit-diamond-fret-file/ • Diamond Cut Nut Slotting Files: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/diamondcut-nut-slotting-files/ • Fret Leveling Beam: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/sanding-beam-fret-levelers/ • Japanese Fret Saw: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/japanese-fret-saw/ • Festool Sander: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/festool-576070-random-orbital-sander-ets-125/ • Festool Dust Extractor CT SYS: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/festool-ct-sys-hepa-dust-extractor/   👉JOIN OUR FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: https://theartoflutherie.com/newsletter/   👉FREE ARTICLES AND GUIDES • Hacklinger Caliper Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/hacklinger-magnetic-caliper/ • Best Block Plane For Guitar Making: https://theartoflutherie.com/block-plane/ • Dragon Rasp Review: https://theartoflutherie.com/wood-rasp/ • Luthier's Guide To Fret Saws: https://theartoflutherie.com/fret-saw/   👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/   👉Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/   Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie

French Polishing Techniques: How to make and load the French Polishing pad and key techniques for applying a glossy and durable French Polish finish. It's the same system I use for my guitars (tbguitars.com) and that I teach in my online course: The Art Of French Polishing ⁠https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/⁠Links from the video: 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: ⁠https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/⁠👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): ⁠https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/⁠👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): ⁠https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/⁠👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: ⁠https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/⁠👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: ⁠https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/⁠ French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series:👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac👉Part 2 Wood Preparation👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing👉Part 5 Best Oils For French Polishing👉Part 6 How to Mix Shellac   Connect With Me On Social👉Facebook: ⁠http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie⁠👉Twitter: ⁠http://twitter.com/artoflutherie⁠👉Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/⁠ Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/

Learn my simple system and easy-to-remember formulas for making the perfect shellac for French Polishing. It's the same system I use for my guitars (tbguitars.com) and that I teach in my online course: The Art Of French Polishing https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/   Links from the video: 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI 👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA 👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE 👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/hUbHmoy7PY8 👉Part 5 Best Oils For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/tyzZvTpTyhw Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie   Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/ --- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

Learn about the different types of oil for French Polishing and how they can be used to produce a more durable and glossy shellac finish for your next guitar. French Polishing Fundamentals Part 5 - Oils For French Polishing. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/ French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI 👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA 👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE 👉Part 4 Types Of Shellac For French Polishing: https://youtu.be/hUbHmoy7PY8 Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/ --- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

Types of shellac for French Polishing. A deep dive into the different types of shellac for French polishing, colors of shellac, and recommendations for beginners. French Polishing Fundamentals Part 4 - Shellac. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI 👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA 👉Part 3 Best Alcohol For Making Shellac: https://youtu.be/bg8oEeKiZTE   Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie   Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/ --- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

Best types of alcohol for making shellac for French Polishing. How to choose the best solvent for making shellac - Ethanal, isopropyl or denatured alcohol? French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 3. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI 👉Part 2 Wood Preparation: https://youtu.be/4dY8r0pJehA   Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie   Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/   --- *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

Wood Preparation For French Polishing. French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 2. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   French Polishing Fundamentals Video Series: 👉Part 1 Introduction and Why I switched To Shellac: https://youtu.be/eUqCX_VeuXI   Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie   Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/   ---   *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

How To French Polish Series: French Polishing Fundamentals - Part 1 Part one of a seven part free series to help you learn the art of French polishing for guitars. Links from the video: 👉The Art Of French Polishing Video Course: https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polishing/ 👉Download the Free Shellac Handbook Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/shellac-handbook-for-french-polishing/ 👉Introduction to French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/french-polish-shellac/ 👉Why I switched To French Polishing (Article): https://theartoflutherie.com/why-i-switched-to-french-polishing/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉My Most Recommended Luthier Tools: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/   Connect With Me On Social   👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/   ---   *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

How to use a block plane and the importance of focusing on the fundamentals. Links from the video: 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar-making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ 👉Download the Free Luthier Tool Guide Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools/ 👉My Custom Luthier's Workbench: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wdcj_gciM4   Tools From The Video: Lie-Nielson No. 102 Low Angle Plane (*must-have): https://www.lie-nielsen.com/products/small-block-planes Stanley Block Plane: https://theartoflutherie.com/go/stanley-block-plane Veritas Wonder Dog: https://www.leevalley.com/en-us/shop/tools/workshop/workbenches/benchtop-accessories/31129-veritas-wonder-dog-and-wonder-pup ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/ Connect With Me On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ 👉TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflutherie Check out my handmade guitars here: https://tbguitars.com/ *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality guitar-building and woodworking education to you. Thank you.

I had an old rasp that I used to carve close to 100 guitar necks; it was fine, with no significant problems, BUT I decided to try the Stewmac Dragon Rasp, and something magical happened...

Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, & Hygrometers, and Other Tools For Measuring & Managing Guitar Shop Humidity. 👉Online Course: Guitar Humidity & Advanced Applications - https://theartoflutherie.com/humidity/ The importance of measuring and managing the relative humidity of your guitar shop can not be overstated. In this video, we discuss why this is so vital for the safety and stability of your guitars and what tools I have found to work the best for my small guitar shop; including Humidifiers, Dehumidifiers, Hygrometers & More. We look at the different types of humidifiers & dehumidifiers and discuss the pros and cons of each type, specifically for guitar building and guitar shop relative humidity; all with the goal of creating a safe and stable environment to build guitars that have fewer chances of cracking or developing structural problems while we are working and long after they leave our workshop. 👉TOOLS FROM THE VIDEO: Boneco Steam Humidifier (My favorite & what I currently use): https://www.boneco.us/en-us/s450 AirCare Evaporative Humidifier: https://geni.us/pzQ785L Antibacterial Additive For Cold Evaporative Humidifiers (Bacteriostatic): https://geni.us/AhVgIF0 AcuRite Digital Hygrometer (My Favorite): https://geni.us/k83Aa Wood Moisture Meter: https://geni.us/OVlxa Dehumidifier I Use and recommend: https://geni.us/TtP7 Dayton Humidity Controller: https://geni.us/EbWs7q Other Humidity Controller Options: https://geni.us/HF72rXy 👉The Ultimate Guide To Guitar Humidity Article: https://theartoflutherie.com/guitar-humidity/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ === 👉Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/ —  Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/

Flawless headstock binding starts with flawless binding channels. This video shows you my simple tips for creating consistently perfect headstock binding channels. 👉Check out the Headstock Binding Course Here: https://theartoflutherie.com/the-art-of-headstock-binding/   One of the most challenging parts of cutting headstock binding channels is hand-chiseling accurate inside corners (especially if you are just starting as a luthier). Those inside corners have to be just right to get perfect miter joints in your binding and purfling, but the simple tips in this video can help you get better results more consistently, and I find it more enjoyable too.   👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ === 👉Subscribe On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/ — 🙏 Support The Art Of Lutherie by purchasing through our affiliate links: Amazon: https://geni.us/CVrgNT *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you. — Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social   👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie

Learn about the guitar backstrap overlay and how (and why) adding this element to your next guitar can improve its strength, beauty, and sound. 👉Learn step-by-step how to make a backstrap with our full course: The Art Of The Guitar Backstrap here: https://theartoflutherie.com/backstrap/ 👉Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE online guitar making school here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ === ✍️ The Art Of Lutherie Blog: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-tools-training-tutorials/ — 🙏 Support The Art Of Lutherie by purchasing through our affiliate links: Amazon: https://geni.us/CVrgNT *By making a purchase through any of our affiliate links, we receive a very small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us on our mission to provide quality education to you. Thank you. — Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social 👉YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/theartoflutherie 👉Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie 👉Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie 👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/

The Ultimate Guide To Scrapers covers the six key areas that will help you easily sharpen your scrapers and get great results while using them. You will learn how to sharpen scrapers, how a scraper really works, the different types of scrapers, how to chose the right scraper for each task, preferred tools for sharpening scrapers, scraper techniques for the best cutting performance, and a bonus section that will save you tons of time and help you work faster with your woodworking  card scraper.  Check out the written Ultimate Guide to Card Scrapers for more detailed info here: https://theartoflutherie.com/card-scrapers/  Learn more about the Luthier's EDGE Online Guitar Making School here: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ Use the time-stamps and tool links below to continently jump to what you need. 0:00 Intro1:36 Luthier's EDGE Online Guitar Making School2:04 How Scrapers Work3:38 Choosing Scrapers For Specific Applications6:03 Types Of Scrapers (My Personal Favorites)8:37 Tools For Sharpening Scrapers10:47 How To Sharpen Scrapers 25:57 How To Use A Wood Scraper (Scraper Techniques)34:29 Ultra Fast Re-Sharpening (Bonus Tip)36:45 Info About The Free Written Ultimate Guide To Scrapers  Tools From The Video My Favorite ScrapersStewmac Ultimate Scraper Mini: https://geni.us/dMqjLqjStewmac Ultimate Scraper Original: https://geni.us/U7jZOStewmac Ultimate Scraper Rectangle/Concave: https://geni.us/XKS7Lie-Nielson scraper set: https://geni.us/XbH1  Note: The Curved scraper set I showed is no longer made, but I found this one that seems to be just about the same and I have had some of my Luthier's EDGE Students tell me that they love them: It's the 7 Piece Mini Scraper Set about halfway down this page: https://geni.us/BZR27C2 Scraper Sharpening ToolsSharpening Oil: https://geni.us/9fmgo10" Fine Mill File: https://geni.us/kZWHAbout the closest Arkansas Stone I could find similar to mine: https://geni.us/BIM7XOThese stones would work great too:  A Nice Traditional Scraper Set: Stewmac Scraper Burnisher I Use: https://geni.us/W1r3ZH3 Other Tools I Use & Love Shown In The VideoMy split top Roubo style workbench: https://youtu.be/9wdcj_gciM4Green Pattern Makers Vise: https://geni.us/1RhAYTape dispenser: https://geni.us/MoNpWorkbench Bench Lights: https://geni.us/mFVW The Art Of Lutherie (Free Guitar Making Resources) Subscribe to the Art Of Lutherie's YouTube Channel See My Handmade Acoustic & Archtop Guitars Here:https://tbguitars.com/ ******* Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social Facebook:http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ Twitter:http://twitter.com/artoflutherie Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/

Three luthier tips that helped to transform the process of gluing the binding on to my guitars from a stressful process into one that I enjoy and that produces consistently flawless guitar binding results. Over the last 20+ years of professional guitar making, I have found that many times it's the simple things that make the biggest improvements to my work and my life as well. I hope these tips help you as you continue your journey into the art of lutherie. View the written version of this video here: https://theartoflutherie.com/better-guitar-binding/ Stewmac Tape Deck (Highly recommended tape dispenser): https://geni.us/MoNp Guitar Side Bending Iron: https://geni.us/VAC5 Filament Strapping Tape (I use for guitar binding tape - I have tried many brands and they have all worked well so far): https://geni.us/Xm7p Also check out my Detailed Guide To Tape For Guitar Making - The Luthier's Guide To Adhesive Tapes: https://theartoflutherie.com/tape-for-guitar-making/ If you found this video helpful, you might also enjoy our other online luthier training videos, guides, courses, and more. Use the links below to check them out: Luthier's EDGE Online guitar making school: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ The Art Of Lutherie (Free Guitar Making Resources): https://theartoflutherie.com/ Subscribe to the Art Of Lutherie's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJP-s3hzL3Hb3SM-liHw6cw?sub_confirmation=1 See My Handmade Acoustic & Archtop Guitars Here: https://tbguitars.com/ ******* Connect With The Art Of Lutherie On Social Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfLutherie/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/artoflutherie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheArtOfLutherie/

Should you seal the inside of your guitar? And if you do seal it, what kind of sealers should you use? How should you apply it? How does that affect the sound of the guitar and how does it affect the long-term stability of the instrument and why? If you've been wondering about any of these questions, we're going to talk about all of them in this video so check it out and also learn more with the links below: Luthier's EDGE Online guitar making school: https://theartoflutherie.com/luthier-school/ The Art Of Lutherie (Free Guitar Making Resources): https://theartoflutherie.com/ See My Handmade Acoustic & Archtop Guitars Here: https://tbguitars.com/ Written version of this podcast here: https://theartoflutherie.com/seal-inside-guitar/

Taking the time to design and built my Luthier's Cabinet was one of the best improvements I've ever made to my guitar shop. It not only helped to protect my guitars during the building process and improve my workflow, but most importantly it improved my peace of mind - both when I am in my shop and when I'm not. Check out the Companion Blueprint and 5 Part Video course as well as the transcript of this podcast here: http://theartoflutherie.com/luthiers-cabinet-art-lutherie-podcast-6/