SoloWoodworker - Woodworking and other individual craft business, As a retired computer manager and consultant Charlie Plesums is pursuing his lifetime passion of building furniture for people. Countless people, retired or considering retirement, have expressed envy, and asked business and woodworking hints. This web site tries to consolidate some of the lessons learned, either through hard knocks, or through the generous advice of others. Although it is focused on woodworking, much of the advice can be applied to any artist or craft.