Bob White
@hifliercanada.bsky.social
Woodworking arts, wooden jigsaw puzzle creator, writer, and historical researcher. Niagara, Canada. My handle comes from my days as a kite flyer-builder. Research specialties: Canada, tethered flight, and early aviation.
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A small Christmas jigsaw puzzle that I created in my workshop for a friend.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
#woodworking
#scrollsaw
#jigsawpuzzle
Merry Christmas, everyone!
#woodworking
#scrollsaw
#jigsawpuzzle
December 24, 2025 at 1:08 PM
A small Christmas jigsaw puzzle that I created in my workshop for a friend.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
#woodworking
#scrollsaw
#jigsawpuzzle
Merry Christmas, everyone!
#woodworking
#scrollsaw
#jigsawpuzzle
A wooden tray with custom painted art work is always a welcome gift.
#woodworking
#woodworking
December 21, 2025 at 12:13 PM
A wooden tray with custom painted art work is always a welcome gift.
#woodworking
#woodworking
Some custom Figured Maple cutting boards with inscriptions for customers of Sandpiper Studios Woodworking.
Figured Maple is absolutely beautiful.
#woodworking
Figured Maple is absolutely beautiful.
#woodworking
December 3, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Some custom Figured Maple cutting boards with inscriptions for customers of Sandpiper Studios Woodworking.
Figured Maple is absolutely beautiful.
#woodworking
Figured Maple is absolutely beautiful.
#woodworking
'Tis the season for seasonal wood art. Created on my Pegas 21 scroll saw and expertly painted by my wife, Christine, a true artist.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
November 9, 2025 at 2:27 PM
'Tis the season for seasonal wood art. Created on my Pegas 21 scroll saw and expertly painted by my wife, Christine, a true artist.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
Tis the season for gifts of wood. Charcuterie, cheese, or cutting boards are always a thoughtful and useful gift.
November 7, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Tis the season for gifts of wood. Charcuterie, cheese, or cutting boards are always a thoughtful and useful gift.
A hardwood "coaster" project is underway. Ready to cut to coaster thickness today. Lots of sanding and edge shaping ahead. Then, several coats of the final finish.
#woodworking
#woodworking
October 16, 2025 at 12:41 PM
A hardwood "coaster" project is underway. Ready to cut to coaster thickness today. Lots of sanding and edge shaping ahead. Then, several coats of the final finish.
#woodworking
#woodworking
My Rikon bandsaw makes a number of tasks in the woodshop simple. The cuts maximize wood usage. Instead of planing a lot off a board and creating chip waste, you can resaw the board to close to your finished dimensions and then hand-plane and sand to a smooth surface.
#woodworking
#woodworking
October 13, 2025 at 10:59 AM
My Rikon bandsaw makes a number of tasks in the woodshop simple. The cuts maximize wood usage. Instead of planing a lot off a board and creating chip waste, you can resaw the board to close to your finished dimensions and then hand-plane and sand to a smooth surface.
#woodworking
#woodworking
Some scrollsaw stack cutting of small trees as Christmas ornaments. Always guided and shaped by hand....our Studio is dedicated to traditional woodworking.
#woodworking
#scrollsaw
#woodworking
#scrollsaw
October 12, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Some scrollsaw stack cutting of small trees as Christmas ornaments. Always guided and shaped by hand....our Studio is dedicated to traditional woodworking.
#woodworking
#scrollsaw
#woodworking
#scrollsaw
The workshop is a busy place as we gear up for a late November Open House here at Sandpiper Studios. It is always a time of real satisfaction as things start to take shape.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
September 29, 2025 at 12:04 PM
The workshop is a busy place as we gear up for a late November Open House here at Sandpiper Studios. It is always a time of real satisfaction as things start to take shape.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
My contribution to this work of pyrographic art by Christine White was merely to prepare the Cherry backer. Entitled "Spirit of the Wild" it is all based on photos that Chris has taken in Ontario's magnificent Algonquin Park while kayaking and hiking.
#pyrography #woodworking #woodburning
#pyrography #woodworking #woodburning
September 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
My contribution to this work of pyrographic art by Christine White was merely to prepare the Cherry backer. Entitled "Spirit of the Wild" it is all based on photos that Chris has taken in Ontario's magnificent Algonquin Park while kayaking and hiking.
#pyrography #woodworking #woodburning
#pyrography #woodworking #woodburning
𝑺𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒊𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒅
This work in pyrography by Chris White draws on the warmth of cherry wood to bring Ontario’s native animals to life. The bear, fox, raccoon, wolf, and songbirds are portrayed with intimate detail, reminding us of the enduring wildness of our forests.
#woodburning @woodworking
This work in pyrography by Chris White draws on the warmth of cherry wood to bring Ontario’s native animals to life. The bear, fox, raccoon, wolf, and songbirds are portrayed with intimate detail, reminding us of the enduring wildness of our forests.
#woodburning @woodworking
September 5, 2025 at 2:04 PM
𝑺𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒊𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒅
This work in pyrography by Chris White draws on the warmth of cherry wood to bring Ontario’s native animals to life. The bear, fox, raccoon, wolf, and songbirds are portrayed with intimate detail, reminding us of the enduring wildness of our forests.
#woodburning @woodworking
This work in pyrography by Chris White draws on the warmth of cherry wood to bring Ontario’s native animals to life. The bear, fox, raccoon, wolf, and songbirds are portrayed with intimate detail, reminding us of the enduring wildness of our forests.
#woodburning @woodworking
One of the handiest items in my workshop is my rolling "Assembly and Downdraft Table". Dog holes are available for clamping and holding items or assembling frames. Then, there is the very useful downdraft sanding drawer pull-out to reduce dust in the air.
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#woodworking
August 13, 2025 at 1:30 PM
One of the handiest items in my workshop is my rolling "Assembly and Downdraft Table". Dog holes are available for clamping and holding items or assembling frames. Then, there is the very useful downdraft sanding drawer pull-out to reduce dust in the air.
#woodworking
#woodworking
To counteract the many years of the downward pull of gravity, I made a little stepstool for the workshop. I'm certain that I used to be taller many moons ago.
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#woodworking
July 28, 2025 at 12:57 PM
To counteract the many years of the downward pull of gravity, I made a little stepstool for the workshop. I'm certain that I used to be taller many moons ago.
#woodworking
#woodworking
My Rikon bandsaw is perfect for resawing. I had a couple of Maple firewood length pieces sitting in my shop and determined that, once sliced, these would be perfect for a project.
#woodworking #bandsaw
#woodworking #bandsaw
July 14, 2025 at 11:36 AM
My Rikon bandsaw is perfect for resawing. I had a couple of Maple firewood length pieces sitting in my shop and determined that, once sliced, these would be perfect for a project.
#woodworking #bandsaw
#woodworking #bandsaw
Oh Canada!
I was happy to be asked to create a set of frames for two new original artworks by Christine White.
The dual-panel paintings are entitled "Northern Escape".
They feature textured relief that adds depth and realism to one of her favourite inspirations: Ontario's northlands
I was happy to be asked to create a set of frames for two new original artworks by Christine White.
The dual-panel paintings are entitled "Northern Escape".
They feature textured relief that adds depth and realism to one of her favourite inspirations: Ontario's northlands
June 29, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Oh Canada!
I was happy to be asked to create a set of frames for two new original artworks by Christine White.
The dual-panel paintings are entitled "Northern Escape".
They feature textured relief that adds depth and realism to one of her favourite inspirations: Ontario's northlands
I was happy to be asked to create a set of frames for two new original artworks by Christine White.
The dual-panel paintings are entitled "Northern Escape".
They feature textured relief that adds depth and realism to one of her favourite inspirations: Ontario's northlands
Edge banding a 36" diamater Baltic Birch plywood disk for the win. Fabulous edge finishing is always required.
#woodworking
#woodworking
May 22, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Edge banding a 36" diamater Baltic Birch plywood disk for the win. Fabulous edge finishing is always required.
#woodworking
#woodworking
A regional Outdoor Studies Centre commissioned some Ontario animal profiles to be used as an indoor activity during inclement weather. The wood of choice was a special order of marine-grade Baltic Birch. The trusty scroll saw was used to create these.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
May 2, 2025 at 11:35 AM
A regional Outdoor Studies Centre commissioned some Ontario animal profiles to be used as an indoor activity during inclement weather. The wood of choice was a special order of marine-grade Baltic Birch. The trusty scroll saw was used to create these.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
AND it is another day of precision cutting on the Pegas scrollsaw. More steps toward completion of a large indoor sign.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
April 15, 2025 at 1:53 PM
AND it is another day of precision cutting on the Pegas scrollsaw. More steps toward completion of a large indoor sign.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
Some precision cutting - walnut. The Pegas scrollsaw is vibration-free and the Pegas Modified Geometry blades track true. All that is needed then is steady feeding and fine-tuned eye-hand coordination.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
April 10, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Some precision cutting - walnut. The Pegas scrollsaw is vibration-free and the Pegas Modified Geometry blades track true. All that is needed then is steady feeding and fine-tuned eye-hand coordination.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
Big projects can convey big meanings. Merging the art of woodworking with the spirit of wellness, this hand-cut wooden sign, sculpted with scroll saw finesse, will highlight the natural grain and warmth of the wood for a special wellness clinic.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
April 7, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Big projects can convey big meanings. Merging the art of woodworking with the spirit of wellness, this hand-cut wooden sign, sculpted with scroll saw finesse, will highlight the natural grain and warmth of the wood for a special wellness clinic.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
April 3, 2025 at 12:39 PM
At a recent meeting of our Niagara Woodworking Club on the topic of routers in the woodshop, we had some amazing hand-held router planes shown before the presenters moved on to power routers and even the digital Shaper Origin Router. It was a great meeting! #woodworking
March 30, 2025 at 5:11 PM
At a recent meeting of our Niagara Woodworking Club on the topic of routers in the woodshop, we had some amazing hand-held router planes shown before the presenters moved on to power routers and even the digital Shaper Origin Router. It was a great meeting! #woodworking
This lovely design cut from Spalted Maple is ready for shaping/sculpting with my carving knives and Marathon Rotary Tool. Right now it sits on my workbench waiting until I complete some other high-priority commission projects.
#woodworking #scrolllsaw
#woodworking #scrolllsaw
March 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
This lovely design cut from Spalted Maple is ready for shaping/sculpting with my carving knives and Marathon Rotary Tool. Right now it sits on my workbench waiting until I complete some other high-priority commission projects.
#woodworking #scrolllsaw
#woodworking #scrolllsaw
Handcut wooden jigsaw puzzles are so intriguing. Each piece is unique and the overall puzzle presents a real challenge to dedicated puzzlers. I love creating these gems and appreciate my customers who crave a good challenge. Created on my Pegas scrollsaw.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
March 18, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Handcut wooden jigsaw puzzles are so intriguing. Each piece is unique and the overall puzzle presents a real challenge to dedicated puzzlers. I love creating these gems and appreciate my customers who crave a good challenge. Created on my Pegas scrollsaw.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
This scroll-saw bird feeder is attractive in the yard and brings many birds for some sustenance. This was a fun build.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw
February 24, 2025 at 1:51 PM
This scroll-saw bird feeder is attractive in the yard and brings many birds for some sustenance. This was a fun build.
#woodworking #scrollsaw
#woodworking #scrollsaw