At this point, closing the soundbox is in sight. This is when I need a checklist the most because the excitement grows, and I tend to forget some passages. For example, my most common mistake is forgetting to erase pencil marks and going over them with sealer or glue so that I can fix them as permanent.
I used to write a to-do list on the bench every time, but this year, I decided to create a real checklist useful for the future and share it with you.
Next time, we will discuss nails and how to nail the neck. Stay tuned!
No question is too stupid to be asked, please ask if there’s anything not clear.
Feel free to interact, send comments, and ask questions. The beauty of a newsletter on Substack is that the online version can be corrected and updated, so if you feel we missed something or weren’t clear enough, or even if you simply find a typo or an incorrect technical term (we are not native English speakers), we will be very grateful for your advice and corrections! Thank you!
As always, I am opening a thread for your questions in the private chat. See you there!
P.S. Are you curious about the primer and sealer we use on our instruments?
The short answer can be found at this link. However, the more interesting detail is that we are part of a luthier mastermind group hosted by Sofia Vettori and Ted Skreko on Skool. That group is a space for discussing all things related to violin making. It's a safe and enjoyable environment to be in.
There’s a chat feature where members can share things or ask questions and receive prompt feedback and detailed answers. Additionally, there are weekly Zoom calls to discuss more in-depth topics. During these calls, every couple of months they invite special guests to cover specialized topics such as tools for setup, fittings, alternative materials, and strings. These guests are the top professionals in the world!
Another exciting aspect of the Zoom calls is that they hold a monthly raffle where members can win valuable prizes. For instance, the last two prizes were a book by Scrollavezza and Zanre, and a Lie Nielsen 101 block plane.
By the way, I share drafts of this newsletter about making the Violoncello da Spalla in the group, so all the information you receive here when you are a paying subscriber is also included there, along with the possibility to ask me anything and the support and assistance of Sofia, Ted, and the group.
It’s a fantastic group to be part of. I'm including the link here. Note that this is an affiliate link; if you choose to join the group, please make sure you do so through this link. By subscribing, you can save the money you would otherwise spend here, and I will be compensated for my losses through the affiliate commission I receive.
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