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Welcome to “Not Quite Finished,” a blog by me, Susan.

How many times have I said to myself that I need to write a blog about what happens in the shop? I have had this title, Not Quite Finished, in my head for years. To me, it says something about the process of making and of living. A design is never quite finished, even when it’s finished. There’s always something to do differently the next time around. 

So, hello world! I’m Susan, and I’m happy to say that I’m Not Quite Finished.

What it’s all about

It’s been a while since my last blog post…<sigh>… I have actually written several posts, but published none. It’s just been one of those summers.

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Lessons from the Woodshop

It’s been over three months now since I’ve been at Warren Wilson as the current visiting artist with the Fine Woodworking Crew. We are well

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Shop Happenings

The last few weeks have been incredibly full and full of incredible change. A distant memory is my trip to Charlotte to learn more about

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Walking the Ridge

As the end of the year has been pressing itself into my mind, I have started to reflect upon its girth, as well as years’

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When the Music Ended

When I first started working at Across the Creek Studio I noticed that, unlike many shops, this one was “quiet.” Meaning it was full of

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Hello World!

How many times have I said to myself that I need to write a blog about what happens in the shop? More times than I

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