Customer Feedback - 2010

2 June 2010

"Hey Scott

Just wanted to send you some pics of your Simple Rocking Chair that I just completed. I used Cherry that I got rough from an urban logger here in St. Louis. I wanted to thank you very much for your video and templates, they were great. I've always thought of myself as a decent woodworker, and usually do boxes and small projects. This was my first ever chair and I was really nervous about how it would come out. I think it turned out great. This is going to be a gift for my sister for here college graduation. I know she's going to love it. I'm getting ready to work on one for my wife, and am thinking of using Purpleheart this time. I will also be buying some more videos and templates (I've had my eye on the Maloof Inspired Low-back Chair and the Elegant Rocking Chair). The first pic is what I started with, and the other are the finished product. I am having a photographer friend do some real pics of it in a few days and will send you those as well. Thanks again for the great video."

- Scott

28 May 2010

"Hello Scott,

Finally, I have finished my rocker and I send you some photos.

Tools used, 14' Jet band saw, a very old spear and jackson tenon saw, a stubai 13 mm chisel, a Dewalt chop saw, a holoy galahad grinding disc on 5' grinder, a millers falls low angle block plane, a Millers falls 5 1/4 junior jack plane, a kunz spokeshave, a old stanley square, a lufkin meter long ruler, a makita 5' random sander, a pencil, 80, 150, 240, 320, 400 sandpaper, a makita laminate trimmer with 10mm straight, a fluted router bit for the slat slots, 22 F clamps, Titebond 3 wood glue, Bosch hand drill with 1/8 and 3/8 bits,

Well, I think that's it for all the tools.

Must I say that you were inspired by Sam Maloof, well, I"m inspired by Scott Morrison. Your DVD and Plans are very good and easy to follow. My listing of tools is trying to say that you don't need all the machines that you have but just the will and want to do IT.

Thanks Heaps Scott for your help in your e-mails etc.

Best Regards,"

- Steve

27 May 2010

"Hey Scott

This walnut is a local tree that I hauled to the mill three years ago, stickerd and dried behind my shop. I just applied the first coat of Sam's mixture. I'll send some more pics when finished. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and expertise, I couldn't have done this without your dvd. I'm really excited about your other projects. I think I'll do two of the Montana rockers for the back porch next. I'm considering making those rockers out of ash, I have quite a bit of 8/4 here in the shop. It's probably not a choice wood for rockers, but they'll be exposed to seasonal changes, although not directly. What do you think?"

- Mark

7 May 2010

"Hi Scott

Here are the pics of the stools I did. Totally enjoyed doing them. Look forward to doing the sculpted rocker"

- Roger

4 May 2010

"Good morning, Scott

My daughter and new grandson are enjoying the Maloof rocking chair, and I must say that other than the 40 hours or so of sanding, it was a great project! You can tell from the attached picture that even three month old Alexander is having a good time on the rocker—GREAT lumbar support!

I got your email about the low back chair and it looks very interesting. Are you selling the template drawings alone? I don’t think I really need the video….

Best regards"

- Paul

3 May 2010

"Hi Scott

The daughter and new granddaughter absolutely loved their new rocking chair and the stool...

Thanks again for all your assistance and encouragement. Any idea when your book will be out? "The Business of Woodworking"

Looking forward to gaining some important insight, take care my friend."

- Dave

3 May 2010

"Hi Scott

Here is a picture of my "modified" Montana Rocker I just finished.

Thanks!"

- Swayne

2 May 2010

"Scott,

I built the shop stool for a bar stool. Hickory is a mean wood!"

- Dennis

22 April 2010

"Scott

Thanks for the inspiration."

- Dennis

20 April 2010

"Scott-

I have been thinking about your templates and video of the rocking chair.

I would charge more for your videos. And, if they are too high and not selling, have a sale.

For example, my father’s friend could not sell his horse for $600. This guy was a veterinarian as well. So you know the horse has been taken care of. My dad approaches him with anything over $500 can he have. The vet says you bet Lawrence. So, my father sells the horse for $1,400. The vet says,”How did you do that Lawrence?”

Nobody wants a cheap horse, they think something might be wrong with it or honestly have no value.

Maybe this is just me all wet but personally I think your video is exceptional...

Hope this finds you well."

- Brad

14 April 2010

"Scott-

Got yr video and plans today. AWESOME! It's SOOOOO detailed. I watched most of it in fast-motion. All the questions I had during my rocker project were really answered here. I spent a lot of time figuring out stuff you show. In retrospect, that was part of the fun (that's my story; I'm stickin' to it!).

Thanks. My wife and kids hate you by the way. I swore off new projects for the rest of the year. I really am addicted, though."

- Prashun

13 April 2010

"Scott,

I wanted to send you a picture or two of my chair. I just finished it and I wanted to thank you very much for your simple rocker design and DVD. I made it out of Western Red Cedar because it is abundant and relatively cheap in my area. It is really too soft a wood for this project. I did, however use some oak in the splats and rockers to add some strength. I also used oak dowel throughout. I put a few extra dowel pins through the rear leg joint to add strength there too.I learned alot building this first one and will build the next one out of mesquite. Maybe one day I will attempt the Maloof style chair design you offer.

Keep up your good work and those products your making available to us woodworkers!"

- Darren

12 April 2010

"Hi Scott,

I received your DVD on the sculptured rocker. I’m in the middle of putting together my first one and I found your video very helpful. I’ve been a Windsor chairmaker for fifteen years and I ‘m finding that I have to relearn my power tool skills to make the Maloof-inspired chairs. Thanks for doing such a good, thorough job. I’ll surely be a customer for your other chair designs."

- Grant

4 April 2010

"Hi Scott,

I hope you are well. I received both your tapes and the templates in good order. As a marketer and having established and maintained several companies, I must say to you that your product is well presented and professional. My only suggested improvement would be for you to provide more detailed information (this is also my question) surrounding where to obtain a two things:

1. I looked in Rockler and did NOT find the 24 grit sanding wheel and the grinding disk. I am having trouble finding these items anywhere Can you better direct me. These are kind of important and I am a fairly green woodworker.

2. Also, I have a flexible shaft but want to know what you recommend as a power source. How may horse and rpm? What's best (if cost was not a factor...and if cost is a factor).

I took your advice and watched all of the videos complete once and will take notes my next time around. You did very well....and you communicate very well. Good detail. Thank you again. It appears you have a good value. I am envious of you knowing Sam. With all I've read about him, he must have been quite a guy. Apparently you are working on your own legacy.

Finally, I am a consultant with two companies and only work wood work for a hobby. Should I/or a friend desire to buy a traditional rocker from you, how much are they and how much lead time do you need? If I run into someone who might want one there is no way I have the talent or the time to accommodate them. Note: I will be happy to provide you with a testimonial if you would like.

Regards"

- Jim

1 April 2010

"Hi Scott,

The rocker and stool are finished and have been drying for a few days, so still need to buff them out. We finished before the new granddaughter arrived....anytime now...

I am very pleased with the results and know my daughter will love and cherish it for years to come. Attached are a couple of finished photos.

Thank you for all your help"

- Dave

19 February 2010

"Scott,

My 1st rocker. Thank you."

- Dennis

7 February 2010

"Hi Scott,

I thought you might like to see the rocker that I just completed with the guidance of your video and templates. A picture of the rocker is attached. It is made of white ash (lesser wood for a first rocker) with walnut accents. It looks somewhat like your tiger maple rocker without those expensive stripes.

The rocker has been quite a hit with the family, especially my wife Jane. I have done a number of other pieces in cherry, so she has requested a cherry rocker to match our furniture decor. I will gladly comply.

I've been a woodworker for 40 years having made chests, beds, clocks, and a wide variety of turned projects. However, I have never enjoyed a project more than building your classic elegant rocker. The video and templates were indispensable and your instructions were excellent. My thanks to you for many enjoyable hours on a wonderful project. I go to your web site frequently to check on new developments such as the butterfly project. I hope it goes well for you.

If you ever get to Peoria, Ill, please give us a call.

Thanks again"

- Max and Jane

3 February 2010

"Dear Scott,

I got the DVDs yesterday in the mail and have been through most of them twice already. You have done a wonderful job and it is fascinating to watch the chair come together. I got my seat started tonight and am feeling foolishly optimistic that I might actually be able to pull this off."

- Tim

1 February 2010

"Got the first coat of oil on # 2 last night"

- Corrie

24 January 2010

"Hi Scott,

I just received my DVD set. I quickly ran it on my computer to see what it looked like. I would like to say that this is a very professional presentation. Very clearly and logically laid out. Thank you very much, I will be in contact with you in the summer to purchase the Sam Maloof set of you. It is a bit expensive for me at the moment. In the interim I may order the "Bar Stool" set later this month or early March.

One small problem. The DVDs became lose in their box. This resulted in a lot of scratches on the playing surface as they traveled across the Atlantic. Might be a good idea to put a small piece of adhesive tape on them to hold them in place, or put the disc in a the clear plastic pockets for shipping (this might be a better idea over the tape).

As I said above they appear to play OK on my computer. It will be the weekend before I can get the time to play them on my DVD player. If there is any problem I will let you know.

Once again, I would like to thank you for shearing your knowledge with another woodworker.

Kind Regards."

- Gerry

18 January 2010

"Hi Scott, we spoke a few days ago. Thanks again for the great video, it was very easy to follow.

I've attached a couple of pictures of my chair in my wife's studio. We both finished masterpieces about the same time. Dawn promptly sold her painting and I wouldn't think of selling my chair. I look forward to building another rocking chair (to correct a few rookie mistakes I made). Can you visualize a "fly fisherman" in the painting ??

I think I mentioned to you that we are taking a vacation to Western Canada this summer, followed by drive through Montana to Colorado For some epic cycling. If possible, we would love to buy yourself and your wife lunch on our way through. We realize you are very busy, so if it is possible, we won't take much of your time.

I look forward to trying out your "butterfly joint" when the video is available.

Cheers."

- Marc

6 January 2010

"Scott,

Great job on the video! I was shocked that my wife actually pulled the trigger on the Elegant Chair video and templates, they will go to good use.

I was hoping you could give me some direction on suppliers for the wood, as you know, Houston, TX isn't really the Mecca of saw mills and lumber yards...

I can't blame you for moving to Montana. My Great Uncle's father founder Eureka, MT and I used to spend the summers up there when I was small. It's some of the most beautiful country I've ever laid eyes on!

Thanks for putting together such a fine video, I'll do my best to wear out a few sets of templates!"

- Jon

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