Name: A Craftsman's Legacy
Released: 2014-01-01
Cast: Eric Gorges

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Seasons

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13. The Furniture Maker

April 1, 2015

Host Eric Gorges visits Alan Kaniarz, an innovator in the world of furniture design. Together they discuss the love of making furniture, environmentally conscious.

12. The Bicycle Maker

April 1, 2015

Oh, the freedom of two wheels! Host Eric Gorges discovers how master bicycle maker, Stephen Bilenky, brazes bikes and has made a living for over 30 years doing exactly what he loves.

11. The Shoe Makers

April 1, 2015

Best foot (ware) forward! Host Eric Gorges picks up the hammer and nail to try his hand at being a shoemaker. Master shoemakers Jesse Moore and Marika Verploegh Chass

10. The Quilter

April 1, 2015

Theadra Fleming hands over the needle and thread to host Eric Gorges as this quilter explains the African American tradition of quilting with a focus on colors, symbolism and the history of African textiles.

9. The Medieval Armor Maker

April 1, 2015

James Gillaspie has been making medieval/Renaissance armor for over 20 years. Host Eric Gorges plays to his base as a fellow metal shaper. James and Eric do a little jousting and a lot of shop-talk!

8. The Primitive Bow Maker

April 1, 2015

Experienced naturalist and wilderness survivor, Greg Anderson is also a master bow maker. Host Eric Gorges learns how to craft a traditional bow with Greg as his guide and tests his skills with the bulls-eye.

7. The Cheese Maker

April 1, 2015

Cheese, please! Join master cheesemaker Bruce Workman and host Eric Gorges for an inside view of an award winning creamery. Who knew master cheesemakers started their day at 2am?!

6. The Weaver

April 1, 2015

Master weaver Jaunita Hofstrom wanted to have a place just for weavers to gather and pursue their love of weaving. She bought a little church around the corner from her house and started living that dream. Host Eric Gorges explores the ins and outs and up and overs of this traditional craft.

5. The Chair Maker

April 1, 2015

The century old tradition of building the Windsor chair is a practical and elegant pursuit. Host Eric Gorges and master craftsman Curtis Buchanan give the viewer a front seat.

4. The Stained Glass Maker

April 1, 2015

Ekaterina Reier and host Eric Gorges play with light and glass in this episode where viewers learn that following your dream can really pay off.

3. The Wood Turner

April 1, 2015

Let the chips fly! Host Eric Gorges and master wood turner Alan Hollar turn a wooden bowl in the Appalachian Mountains.

2. The Metal Engraver

April 1, 2015

With intricate flourishes, filigree, and a lot of magnification, host Eric Gorges and metal engraver David Riccardo create a breathtaking metal engraving.

1. The Clock Maker

April 1, 2015

Welcome to the magical world of a clockmaker, where the gears are lovingly handmade and time truly does stand still as host Eric Gorges and young clock maker Nate Bowers create a beautiful exposed gear clock.

Description

In this docuseries, motorcyle builder Eric Gorges travels across America looking for people who still put lots of time and energy into building things. As part of his journey, Gorges tries his hand at each craft that he uncovers. The series airs on PBS. A Craftsman's Legacy is a series that is currently running and has 2 seasons (23 episodes). The series first aired on January 1, 2014.

Where to Watch A Craftsman's Legacy

A Craftsman's Legacy is available for streaming on the Janson Media website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch A Craftsman's Legacy on demand at Amazon.