DIY at Kerbeleg: tips, small projects and caring maintenance for an old house.

Handiwork

The hand learns the gesture: First steps in old-fashioned joinery

The project Here’s another one that looks a little complicated, but you have to dream a little. Finding an old 15th century door of the right dimensions is mission impossible, so I’m venturing into the making of one that will be sturdy, in oak or chestnut, Kerbeleg’s signature wood which is generously endowed with them. […]

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Published on: 27 October 2025  -  Filed under: Handiwork

Creating personalised napkin rings

A few tips for creating napkin rings from reclaimed wood when you don’t have a wood lathe. While searching the bottom of the wood pile, I found two very dry and heavy sections, indicating high-density wood. Approximately 6.5 to 7cm in diameter.

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Published on: 10 January 2025  -  Filed under: Handiwork

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