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A Pigs not just for Christmas

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Tom Green

A couple of month’s ago I acquired this vintage Leather sewing machine and I have been waiting for an opportunity to try it out. From my research I think it dates back to the early 1900s so like so many of … Continue reading →

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Grow your own Baskets

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Tom Green

After many hours of discussion and pouring through catalogues to select the right species of tree we have now finally finished planting what is going to become the woods at the bottom of the garden. As someone who works with … Continue reading →

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Let there be light

Posted on January 21, 2018 by Tom Green

    January is always a cold month, just the time to come out of my nice warm workshop to assist my good friends at http://www.trafalgarlighting.co.uk with the Canary Wharf Winter lights Festival. 30 world famous artists install artworks on … Continue reading →

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Bargehouse

Posted on January 10, 2018 by Tom Green

In a past life I used to be a Theatrical Lighting Engineer, although I became known for using theatrical techniques and equipment but not necessarily in a Theatre. Over the years I have lit countless artworks and buildings, I still … Continue reading →

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The Urban Workstation

Posted on January 3, 2018 by Tom Green

Back to work with something different. If you have read my blog before you will know I have a regular trade in Illuminated Professional Makeup Mirrors, in particular for leading Theatrical Equipment Hire Company http://www.trafalgarlighting.co.uk who commissioned me to make … Continue reading →

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Getta Head, Getta Hat

Posted on November 25, 2017 by Tom Green

Many years ago there was an advertising slogan in the UK, Getta ahead, Getta Hat, undoubtedly put about by those who sell hats. Recently I have been making some Steam Punk lanterns several of which are now installed in a very trendy bar in East … Continue reading →

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The Big Green Ice Cream Machine

Posted on November 11, 2017 by Tom Green

At last a project with a snappy title. The first video documenting the creation of my Horse Powered / bloke on a bicycle powered, Ice Cream Machine. This a project I have been thinking about for a long time, several … Continue reading →

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Too much to chew?

Posted on November 5, 2017 by Tom Green

# Before I start on a project I spend many a sleepless night ( I am getting old it comes with the territory) thinking it through, working out how it all fits together, what building blocks I need to achieve … Continue reading →

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Mirror Mirror on the Wall

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Tom Green

As they say in all the best fairy tales. Mirror Mirror on the wall who is the fairest of them all, to which the answer is obvious. Now I bring this to your attention not because I want you to … Continue reading →

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How to make a Garden Grill – The Video

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Tom Green

In the summer frustrated by once again needing to replace my barbecue, I set out to make one, and if I am going to make one lets see if I can improve on the design and efficiency. Inspired by an … Continue reading →

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