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June 20, 2009
Remembering our Dad
—Mr.Sawdust—
this Father's Day
"Few fathers have taken so much time with their children and few children have been willing to learn from their fathers for so long."
Bruce J. Kunkel
View a tribute video to W.M.Kunkel
by his daughter Mary
here.
June 11, 2009
....Grab a cup of coffee and stop by Bruce's shop for a few minutes-take a look at a few of his hand made Kunkel guitars!
January 25,2009
......Congratulations Bruce!
If you have an appreciation for the fine art of master luthiers you don't want to miss this book!
Hand Made
Hand Played
The Art & Craft of
Contemporary
Guitars
by Robert Shaw
"Through a detailed text and hundreds of spectacular color photographs, Robert Shaw showcases the beauty and artistry of contemporary acoustic and electric guitars built by hand. He features a host of the finest and most innovative artisans of the past 25 years and the remarkable variety of high-quality instruments they are making."
(from the book flap)
Four of Bruce Kunkel's amazing one of a kind guitars are featured in this book—built while he was with Gibson Guitar in Nashville, TN.
Bruce is #2 son of Mr.Sawdust. More of his work can be seen at his Kunkel Guitars web-site.
December 23, 2008
Merry Christmas
from the folks at Mr.Sawdust!
For your listening enjoyment, here is a Christmas song —Little Donkey—written and perfomed by Bruce J. Kunkel, Mr.Sawdust's #2 son—
The bird in the picture above—the scarlet tanager—has a special place in the hearts of Kunkel family members. Here is a story about a special bird named Flair written by Mr.Sawdust's daughter, Mary.
October 12,2008
"....things may get a lot worse before they get better!" Have you heard that lately?
Here's a little Timeless Advice from Mr.Sawdust that is well worth repeating!
June 29, 2008
If you haven't taken a look at Marc Kunkel's work, from his shop in Nashville Tennessee, you're in for a treat!
Marc is the oldest son of Mr.Sawdust and now works with his oldest son Mike in their business, Kunkel & Son Woodworking.
Don't miss the front door they carved for country singer Brad Paisley and his wife. It is exquisite!
February 16, 2008
December 25, 2007
For your listening enjoyment here's a song by Marc Kunkel, oldest son of Mr.Sawdust!
~Christmas Starlight~
Christmas has never been quite the same in the Kunkel home without the presence of Mr.Sawdust but there are many fond memories of Christmas past.
Mr.Sawdust's daughter Mary shares one fond memory from Christmas Eve 1956 at her DearBabyBoomer site.
November 11, 2007
What a beautiful time of year—the autumn leaves have been at their peak here in Northeastern Pennsylvania! Now with the drop in temperature leaves are falling everywhere.
For some late fall inspiration to prepare for your winter projects, here's a little Benchtalk from Mr.Sawdust.
June 2nd, 2007
Did you catch the article, "Living the Legend," in the July issue of American Woodworker magazine written by Jeff Opett, one of our satisfied customers? Thanks Jeff!
~10th Anniversary Tribute~
April 6th, 2007 marked the tenth year anniversary of the passing of Wallace Kunkel, Mr.Sawdust. How he is missed!
Read a tribute in recognition of this anniversary written by Mr.Sawdust's daughter Mary-original music by Marc Kunkel.
Read The Woodworker -poem by Bruce J.Kunkel in memory of his father.
March 7th, 2006
Have you ever built a secret compartment into a piece of furniture? Mr.Sawdust often did. Read about a special desk he built for his granddaughter, Dawn Angel Walsh and the valuable contents of its secret drawer.
March 2nd, 2005
If you've ever wondered if your work will be appreciated by generations to come, Mary Walsh (daughter of Mr. Sawdust) has written a heartfelt tribute to one particular piece of furniture that has made its way from one generation to the next. Read the story behind one of Mr. Sawdust's earliest works, The Lazy Susan.
November 28th, 2004
Marc Kunkel, first son of Mr. Sawdust just released his debut album, "American Vistas" His first single, "In Your Eyes" charges up the charts in its second week out. Listen to the song here —or purchase another song for great listening!
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