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How to Make an Andon-Style Kumiko Lantern

With Andrew Strome

Meet the Woodworker Andrew Strome


Andrew has been an avid student of woodworking for over 35 years. Over that time, he has completed a diverse range of projects, from furniture and architectural components to boats and guitars. He’s a passionate teacher and has taught numerous classes at Lee Valley and woodworking schools. A long-time Lee Valley employee, he is the Technical Advisor & Content Creator.

Tools For This Project

60S0651 - Bevel-Edge Chisel Set of 5

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Japanese Bevel-Edge Chisels

From: $49.50

A small Japanese rip dozuki saw in front of a clamped-together workpiece

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Small Japanese Rip Dozuki Saw

$48.50

55K5362 - 9/32"" Kumiko Bars

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Kumiko Bar Stock

(Pkg. of 10)

$25.50

Four Miniature Brass Bar Clamps clamping a small box

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Miniature Brass Bar Clamps

From: $11.30

Two sizes of combination squares leaning against a wooden board

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Starrett Cast-Iron Combination Squares

From: $186.00

A roll of transfer tape in front of a wood panel

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Transfer Tape

$9.95

Using a Japanese kugihiki saw to flush-trim a wooden projection

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Japanese Kugihiki Saw

$44.00

Bessey UniKlamps holding a workpiece

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Bessey UniKlamp

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