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Chapter 6:8 - Erik Curtis & Nancy Drumm

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This is it—the final episode of Maker Camp 2024. The bonfires are burning low, the Maker Swap is done, and we’re winding down one of the best weekends of the year with a conversation that I think covers what this community is all about: mentorship, legacy, and the joy of passing skills forward.

Joining us are Erik Curtis and Nancy Drumm—two makers who embody what it means to give back through craftsmanship and community.

Erik is a woodworker, furniture maker, and a lifelong builder who started in the trades, framing houses and wiring buildings before falling in love with furniture design. He’s spent years refining his craft, but he’s also just as passionate about helping others find their way into making, whether it's through the Restoration Station at Maker Camp or simply sharing wisdom with the next generation.

Nancy grew up on a farm, where fixing things was just part of life. What started with duct tape and necessity has turned into a full-fledged passion for woodworking, tool restoration, and mentorship. At Maker Camp, she’s become an integral part of the Restoration Station, where makers of all ages—from kids to folks in their 80s—learn how to bring old tools back to life and then walk away with the confidence to use them.

In this episode, we talk about:

  • The origins of the Restoration Station—how a tribute to Nancy Hiller became one of the most beloved parts of Maker Camp
  • Why restoring an old hand plane can teach you more than just woodworking
  • The joy of teaching and how mentorship shapes the maker community
  • Why cider donuts are a legitimate foundation for friendship

More Eric: Instagram

More Nancy: Instagram

We had some tremendously generous support in making this Chapter of The Storyteller's Tavern possible, and we'd like to thank Total Boat, Kutzall, The Tasting Lab, and The Maker Camp

The Storyteller's Tavern is made and hosted by @TheTinkerTeacher and @MakerMush. Please consider subscribing, reviewing, and rating. We welcome your support on Patreon.

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This is it—the final episode of Maker Camp 2024. The bonfires are burning low, the Maker Swap is done, and we’re winding down one of the best weekends of the year with a conversation that I think covers what this community is all about: mentorship, legacy, and the joy of passing skills forward.

Joining us are Erik Curtis and Nancy Drumm—two makers who embody what it means to give back through craftsmanship and community.

Erik is a woodworker, furniture maker, and a lifelong builder who started in the trades, framing houses and wiring buildings before falling in love with furniture design. He’s spent years refining his craft, but he’s also just as passionate about helping others find their way into making, whether it's through the Restoration Station at Maker Camp or simply sharing wisdom with the next generation.

Nancy grew up on a farm, where fixing things was just part of life. What started with duct tape and necessity has turned into a full-fledged passion for woodworking, tool restoration, and mentorship. At Maker Camp, she’s become an integral part of the Restoration Station, where makers of all ages—from kids to folks in their 80s—learn how to bring old tools back to life and then walk away with the confidence to use them.

In this episode, we talk about:

  • The origins of the Restoration Station—how a tribute to Nancy Hiller became one of the most beloved parts of Maker Camp
  • Why restoring an old hand plane can teach you more than just woodworking
  • The joy of teaching and how mentorship shapes the maker community
  • Why cider donuts are a legitimate foundation for friendship

More Eric: Instagram

More Nancy: Instagram

We had some tremendously generous support in making this Chapter of The Storyteller's Tavern possible, and we'd like to thank Total Boat, Kutzall, The Tasting Lab, and The Maker Camp

The Storyteller's Tavern is made and hosted by @TheTinkerTeacher and @MakerMush. Please consider subscribing, reviewing, and rating. We welcome your support on Patreon.

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