Why blind dovetails

“I have something to share! I’m currently working on a living room furniture set, which includes a credenza, a record player credenza, a large record cabinet, and a wall-mounted TV cabinet. I love using dovetail joinery because it securely locks the pieces together, allowing me to assemble the furniture without clamps. This project embodies a brutalist mid-century modern style, and I use blind dovetails for the bottom and sides so they remain hidden unless you flip the piece over.

Some might wonder why I go through all this effort when it would be faster and cheaper to use pocket screws or similar methods. To those people, I would express my disappointment and explain that if I wanted to produce low-quality, disposable furniture, I could. However, I believe people deserve better, especially in today’s world of low expectations. We often see leaders seeking attention on social media instead of doing their jobs or exploiting people with unnecessary products. I don’t want to be like that. I value integrity, intelligence, and honesty, and I want to create something that lasts for generations. Some might say that’s my ego speaking, and perhaps it is, but I also have humility. I want to be remembered for spending my time on this planet creating beautiful, enduring things and building meaningful relationships with the people I love and care for.

“I envision a world that is beautiful and vibrant, filled with thriving artists. Please support creators, crafters, and artists as much as you can—they make our world fun and beautiful. It’s not difficult: start by sharing their work with as many people as possible. Remember, they have bills to pay just like everyone else. Before you head to a big box store, consider supporting them first. The money you spend there will benefit the local community and economy far more than it would at a big box store.

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