USA Made Walnut Maple Chess Table: Space-Saving Elegance
For years I wanted a chess table that was well made, not too big or overpriced, and one with some elegance, but not so immaculate that I would have to play it with caution. Add to that, I wanted four stable legs, not a pedestal style. Since I couldn’t find any...Choosing an Ideal Travel Chess Set
Choosing the ideal travel chess set that’s suitable for your needs can be a bit challenging so I shot this video to help give you an immediate frame of referencing in making your decision whether it’s for yourself or someone else. Travel chess sets range...Drueke Chess Games
Drueke chess games were prominent in the USA from nearly 100 years. Established in 1914 by William Drueke, the Michigan based company thrived for decades until 2010 when the last remaining production wooden chessboards were sold. Pronounced (droo-key), Drueke’s...
Will it fly?
Being an avid aviator and loving all all things flying, at least in the fixed-wing realm, because helicopters have too many moving parts for my comfort, I naturally think of a project or product in terms of will it “get off the ground” or “will it...USA made walnut and maple Player’s Chess Table and Board
UPDATE: The prototype chess table in this article and discussed in the comments has been revised and replaced with the new model here. This cleverly designed piece of premium American furniture offers completely unique elements not found in any other game tables. In a...the Stack chessboard: art, originality, and function
At the intersection of art, originality, and function is the Stack chessboard, designed by Chess House and handcrafted in the Pennsylvania back country, from 3 natural materials: hardwood, suede, and magnets. It’s the perfect way to checkmate and enjoy the game...Introducing Chess to a Bright 6 Year Old
How do I introduce chess to a bright 6 year old? The great news is that youngsters tend to be fascinated immediately and most don’t need a lot of encouragement to continue once you’ve introduced them to the game. In fact, you may be surprised at the...Chess Puzzle: white to checkmate in 2
Can you find the correct move? White to checkmate in 2 moves. Write your answer in the comments section. This puzzle comes from Level 3 of the Chess Tutorial. Currently the comprehensive 5 step TASC tutorial CD is FREE. Just request a copy at ChessHouse.com. It has...The Pawn Gets No Respect
Sometimes thought of as the weakest pieces in a Chess game, the pawns have often lacked the respect of novice chess players. These pieces are seen as disposable, powerless, and meant to be trampled upon by other, more important Chess pieces. However, you might...About
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