Matthew D. Holtmeier
Artist & Woodsmith
~ NEWS & GOSSIP ~
Presenting the D.U.H. Holdster
5/15/2026
Been looking for a way to store some of my Shopsmith accessories. Here is my solution to the problem. I’ll give ya an overview of the design and a even guide you through the process to make your own. Then, if you desire more content, check out further info on the Old Growth Blog entry!
Gamers Giving Memorial Plaque Expansion
5/1/2026
Gamers Giving, a nonprofit that assists the gaming community when its members are in need, asked that I expand their memorial plaque. The original measured 12” x 15” and had run out of room for additional name plates. Made from walnut to match the original material, the expansion does not mar the original (save for two screw holes) and is removable. In addition, I designed and crafted an attached, collapsible stand. Overall dimensions of finished project are 24” x 17”.
Party in the Workshop with My Growth Rings!
2/5/2026
This week I had the pleasure of showing Scott from My Growth Rings around my workshop. We spent a lot of time talking about our love of Shopsmith machines and he was kind enough to share some of his technical knowledge with me. He even took and posted a little vid commemorating our time together.
If you are interested in Shopsmith machines or need advice from a wonderful community of likeminded folks, make sure to check out both his YouTube channel and his official site at MyGrowthRings.com
Looking for old ‘News & Gossip’ postings? This are archived on the ‘Old Growth’ page.
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Featured Art
“Have Me Not”
This she gave me when we first met. Mind you, it was within another landscape and little more than a whispered promise.
