Category: Linguistics

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1. McClard Bros Piano Tuning
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For all of my new content, please see the Facebook pages linked above, as well as my Youtube Channel.  All older content before 2018 can be viewed from this page.  If you are in need of piano tuning services, feel free to text or call (417-770-0150).

I was able to ride over the weekend.  Went 10 miles and was able to ride 28 mph.  After evaluating the ride, I have decided to order a few improved parts.  Here’s an updated picture with new art added.

I started work to build a motorized bike on Monday (September 18th).  I rode it for the first time last night, but there are clear issues with chain alignment.  Today, I added a better pulley to the chain and it seems to work perfectly now.

This has been a project I have been waiting to do this summer.  We like to cook, and our spice rack is out of control.

The desk is essentially complete.  I still need to add a sealer coat of finish.  The top and back need to be added.  Other than this, the desk construction is complete.

June 2017

Square Grand Piano Project

June 10th, 2016

Fixing the Veneer with glue and clamps.

Glue injection with a turkey baster.

June 9th, 2016

I just started a new Desk this week.  The sound board was disconnected first, then transported to my shop.  Here are a few pictures of the process.

I will be traveling to Michigan this weekend to see my Son and His Formula SAE Team compete in an international racing competition.  Here is the link to the blog for the trip.

TRIP BLOG:  http://mcclardfsae.blogspot.com/

I just finished this project.  Other than adding the waste collection drawers, this hutch is ready for residents.

Screened Deck / Gazebo project for our home.  I’ll use this room for stitching projects in the summer.  I used a Lowes Gazebo with the Quick Screen system.  In all, I spent around $2400 on this project.  It took approximately 3 weeks to finish.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjLr-teOA24

Wallet for my brother Dan.

Earlier last year, I sent a wallet to Steve Montelli for review.  Since then, my designs and craftsmanship has improved.  I thought it would be good to send a new wallet for review.  Here is the timelapse for the new wallet.

Timelapse of Wallet Build (2-17-2015)

70 X 7 = 490.  Do the Math. Every 1.5 minutes every day you are awake.

Live to Forgive Wallet

When I first started leather working, much of what I learned about wallet design was gleaned from the videos of Steve Montelli.   Here is a recent video he did in review of two wallets that I recently sent his way.  Since I am just getting started in leather work, my plan is to send him a few more wallets this winter once my skills have improved.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4n4ZiTFx3o

I had a great day in the shop today.  My son and I went to an old farmhouse this afternoon to get a free upright piano.  Once we arrived back at the shop, we promptly took the piano apart.  Here are some photos from the day.

After taking the piano apart, we reused the parts and made a leather workstation in my shop.  Check the video below for more.

Give the video a few seconds to clear up.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmwpKjJ0Gbw&feature=youtu.be