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A Williamsburg shoemaker making shoes using the tools and techniques of the 18th century.
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Coopering
Apprentice cooper Marshall Scheetz discusses the art and science of making barrels. July 18, 2005
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Colonial Weapons System
As important as the cannon is the vehicle to carry it: a two-wheeled cart that transports, supports, and stores the weapon and its accoutrements. Wheelwright John Boag has the task of construction. December 15, 2008
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A Different Kind of Founder
Candlesticks, buckles, bells, and sword hilts are just a few objects that Colonial Williamsburg founder Doc Hassell is called to manufacture. August 20, 2007
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Firing the brick kiln
Christine Trowbridge explains the laborious process of making bricks and the intangible rewards of the job. October 10, 2005
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Swordmaking in the 18th Century
Colonial tradesmen learned the swordmaking craft as Virginia armed itself for war. Journeyman brass founder Suzie Dye describes the process. March 2, 2009
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Basketmaking: A Skill Learned With the Hands
Colonial Williamsburg basketmaker Richard Carr talks about the necessity of basketmaking in the 18th century, and why it has become a rare skill in modern times. November 20, 2006
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Midnight Messenger
Help Li Ming deliver the silver tea pot to the ship.
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Brickmaker Buildup
First place each important step in its correct order - then watch the fascinating art of brickmaking in action.
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Cooper-ation
Help Ben find the cooper's tools so he can complete a cask.
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Tools of the Trades
From the article "Tools of the Trades" in the Winter 08 Journal
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The Cabinetmaker
from the Carving a Ball-and-Claw foot, from the video "The Art and Mystery of the Cabinetmaker Crafting a Card Table" and the Summer 03 Journal
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The Cabinetmaker
from the Working on a detail for a card table, from the video "The Art and Mystery of the Cabinetmaker Crafting a Card Table" and the Summer 03 Journal
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The Cabinetmaker
from the Cutting a hinge for a card table, from the video "The Art and Mystery of the Cabinetmaker Crafting a Card Table" and the Summer 03 Journal
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The Cooper Trade
from the A good barrel begins with a fine tree, from the video "The Cooper's Craft: The Art of Colonial Barrel Making" and the Autumn 03 Journal
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Wages for tradespeople in the 1700s
From the Summer 2002 Journal: "Making "Cents" of Colonial Money"
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Tools of the Trades
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Weaving, Spinning, and Dyeing
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Modern Shop Reproduces Antique Implements
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