Dick Sheremeta Woodworker/Furniture Maker

09/01/2026

Here's another nice plane that I've just restored. It's a No. 5 Type 19 Stanley/Bailey Plane. It's available on Ebay, so check it out. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to write or contact me.

08/25/2026

Here's the latest restoration. It's a Stanley/Bailey No. 5-1/2C, Type 8 - vintage 1899-1902 and it's in remarkably good shape for being well over a hundred years old with nice patina. Iron is almost original length and has been sharpened and lapped. There is no pitting, cracks or breaks. All rust has been removed or treated with Loctite Extend. Sole has been flattened. All parts have been paste waxed. This one is for sale - $150 plus shipping.

08/22/2026

Just finished the complete restoration of another plane which was graciously given to me recently by an old friend. It's a vintage Stanley/Bailey No. 4 Type 19 Plane, manufactured from 1948-1961.

The first picture shows the completed plane accompanied by a paper-thin shaving it yielded on its very first trial run. The second picture shows the plane as received prior to the restoration process. Can't wait to put it to use in my shop soon.

As always, I'd be more than happy to share all the steps in restoring a plane such as this for anyone that may be interested - just ask in a comment or message me directly.

08/09/2026

Latest plane added to my collection. It's a Stanley No. 5 Type 19. It was in decent condition when I got it, but now it's almost like brand new. Total restoration, without going overboard. All parts cleaned with Simple Green and minor surface rust removed with 0000 steel wool. Iron flattened and sharpened to 25° with 35° micro bevel; and cap iron lapped smooth. Heavy coating of finish on K**b and Tote (inherent on Type 19's) removed with lacquer thinner and steel wool to reveal beautiful sound Rosewood with virtually no blemishes. All original Japanning was intact. Sole lapped flat and everything coated with paste wax. Needless to say - a great find that I'm looking forward to put to use in my shop.

Photo of disassembled plane is the "BEFORE" picture taken prior to its restoration

08/06/2026

Check out my latest Blog Post - "From Raw Slab to Refined Art"

https://artisticwoodworkingcreations.com/from-raw-slab-to-refined-art-my-selection-process/

07/18/2026

I'll be making a new batch of Cutting /Charcuterie Boards for the Holidays come November. They make wonderful Christmas presents for someone special. Put your order in soon so you don't lose out because there will only be a limited number available. www.artisticwoodworkingcreations.com/request-a-quote

07/16/2026

Check out my entry of The Cherry Coffee Table into Grizzly Tool's Makers Challenge Contest. Here's the link https://cont.st/FFLaaN_EAAwavP

07/15/2026

Photo below shows a commissioned Black Cherry Coffee Table made recently for a client. All joints are mortise and tenon and finish is hand rubbed varnish. If you have an interest in having something like this, or another piece, please visit my website at https://artisticwoodworkingcreations.com/request-a-quote/ Earliest current bookings are available coming this October.

07/14/2026

Thank you to all those friends who are now following my woodworking exploits. Please also visit my website at www.artisticwoodworkingcreations.com to see more incites, blog postings and more.

Specializing in custom hardwood furniture, Artistic Woodworking Creations offers handcrafted statement pieces and home decor by Dick Sheremeta in Pittsboro, NC.