Randy J. Arnold - Handmade

Walnut Book Display Stand

Randy J. Arnold — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:45:58 +0000

A perfect way to display books in gallery settings.

These stands are understated and very elegant. I use them in my personal library to display books that I am enamored by at the moment, and to display my collection of rocks and minerals. I also use these stands in the kitchen to keep recipe books easily viewable and protected from spills or accidents. Handcrafted from walnut.

Available now through my website and Etsy.

Book Stands in Progress

Randy J. Arnold — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:55:49 +0000

I am in the process of crafting several Walnut book stands. At the moment 2 are unspoken for and will be available through the RJAHM shop and Etsy within the week.

To reserve a book stand or request more information, please contact me through the RJAHM website contact page.

Thank you.

Bookbinder’s Punching Cradle

Randy J. Arnold — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:43:14 +0000

The punching cradle is used for support while punching signatures. Hand crafted from Black Walnut. A signature stop holds book signatures in place.

Working Dimensions: (L) 15.24″ x (H) 5.” x (W) 7″

Total Dimensions: (L) 15.5″ x (H) 5″ x (W) 7″

Available now through the RJAHM Store and Etsy Shop.

Miniature Bookbinder’s Punching Cradle

Randy J. Arnold — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:13:13 +0000

Miniature Bookbinder’s Punching Cradle now available through the RJAHM Store and my Etsy Shop.

Miniature Punching cradle, used to pierce signatures prior to sewing. This cradle is designed for miniature books 8″ long or less.

Working space: l: 8″ x h: 2″ x w: 2.75″

Total dimensions: l: 8.5″ x h: 3″ x w: 3.5″

Made from Black Walnut.

Bookbinder’s Punching Cradle in Progress

Randy J. Arnold — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:06:21 +0000

I am in the process of crafting a handful of Bookbinder’s Punching Cradles. At the moment 3 are unspoken for and will be available through the RJAHM shop and Etsy within the week.

To reserve a cradle or request more information, please contact me through the RJAHM website contact page.

Thank you.

Bench Hook

Randy J. Arnold — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 04:59:11 +0000

A new item available now through the RJAHM store. Quartersewn Oak and Walnut. A groove in the top keeps pencils or carving tools close at hand while working. The height of the stop is set so that it will not interfere with carving tools when working on linoleum blocks. Beautiful and useful.

Nipping Press

Randy J. Arnold — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 04:49:47 +0000

Website

Randy J. Arnold — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 20:16:05 +0000

I am pleased to announce the launch of my new website, randyarnoldhandmade.com. Please stop by for a visit and say hello.

New College Lectern

Randy J. Arnold — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:39:24 +0000

2011 marks the 40th anniversary of the University of Alabama’s New College program. In honor of the occasion I crafted this lectern.

To view images of the lectern in progress, please visit my blog In Praise of Shadows.

Dovetailed Walnut Box

Randy J. Arnold — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:30:19 +0000

A few people have contacted me to ask if I would consider selling the dovetailed box without a wooden folder, so….

Dovetailed Walnut Box for sale now through my Etsy shop.

Interior Dimensions: l: 6.75″ x w: 2.5″ x h: 1.25″

Outer Dimensions: l: 7.5″ x w: 3.5″ x h: 2.5″

Perfect for pens and pencils, book binding supplies, watches, keys and cash. Any small item that needs an nice and organized spot.

his box was crafted using handtools. Hand cut dovetails add character and soul that you will not find in machine made products.