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Cathy Harms

location-pin Raleigh, North Carolina

School: Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts

Expertise: product testing, carpentry, woodworking, renovating and remodeling

Cathy Harms

  • 10 years experience as a DIY woodworker and content writer
 

Experience

Cathy Harms is an award-winning woodworker, teaching artist and writer covering a range of topics including woodworking, home improvement, tool selection, DIY and home decor for a variety of publications. Her work has been featured in Fine Woodworking Magazine, and her educational toys were named "Etsy Finds." Cathy owns Charms Woodworks, a one-woman woodworking shop where she specializes in building furniture using fine joinery techniques and teaches toymaking/STEM workshops. All her woodworking projects are made with true DIY spirit and dedication to the finer points of design, form and function.

Education

Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts

Family Handyman Editorial Policies

For more than seven decades, Family Handyman has been providing its audience with ideas, inspiration and step-by-step directions on how to maintain and enhance indoor and outdoor living spaces. In addition to having our own staff of experts, we hire individuals whose skills have been honed through years of experience in the building, plumbing and electrical trades, and as passionate homeowners who have translated DIY (do it yourself) skills into careers as respected creators.

Articles

A modern bedroom with a large black bed frame and a new mattress. On the bed lies a small black dog. The room features blue and white tree-patterned curtains, two hanging lamps, a nightstand, and decorative wall hats.

Happsy Mattress Review: This Organic Mattress Changed the Way I Sleep

I finally found an organic mattress that doesn't give me shoulder pain—and now I'm sleeping better than ever on an eco-friendly bed.
Bestway Above Ground Pool

Bestway Above Ground Pool Review: An Easy, Affordable Summer Hack

With sweltering heat around the corner, we tested the Bestway above-ground pool to see if it's lounge-worthy this summer.
Oneida Air Systems Dust Deputy

Oneida Dust Deputy Review: Tested by a Professional Woodworker

Tired of costly shop vac filters and reduced suction power? I tested the Oneida Dust Deputy—here's why you need one in your shop.