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Magna Pads

By Bruce Kieffer on Apr 16, 2013 | Rated 10

How do you keep clamp pads in place across a surface that is greater than your reach? Embed magnets into them. Bruce Kieffer shares this quick tip to make your woodworking easier in the shop. Read More »
Sledding In The Shop With Jake (No Snow Required)

By Jerry Seabaugh on Apr 11, 2013 | Rated 8.67

Here's an overview of our four favorite sleds. With a little imagination and ingenuity you ll be able to adapt them for your shop. Read More »
A Bright Idea for Photographing Your Work

By Dan Chiappetta on Feb 27, 2013 | Rated 8

Do you photograph your completed woodworking projects? If you don t yet, you may want to consider it for your own documentation purposes or, as this author does, for getting ready to sell your work. Here s a great tip for setting up your own makeshift photography studio with items you have lying around the house or shop and $30 work of lights. Read More »
Master the Jointer

By Paul Mayer on Feb 14, 2013 | Rated 9.43

A high percentage of jointer problems can be eliminated by following proper procedure. If you have made the investment to have a good quality jointer in your shop, it is worth the effort to ensure that your technique enables you to get the results that you desire from this tool. Read More »
Countertop Connectors for Project Assembly

By Seth Keller on Feb 14, 2013 | Rated 10

Counter top fasteners provide an easy, and tool-free, way to get large projects to come together. Have a look to see how you can use them on your next project. Read More »
Do I Really Need a Compact Router?

By Paul Mayer on Jan 31, 2013 | Rated 8.86

Compact routers are a common topic of discussion among woodworkers. In this article Paul Mayer brings a couple compact routers into his shop, puts them through their paces, and determines where these fit into his existing arsenal of hand held and router mounted routers. Read More »
Get a Grip - on Your Clamp Handles

By Paul Mayer on Nov 07, 2012 | Rated 9.08

Many bar clamps are challenging to grip which prevents users from getting the full clamping power available to them. This simple tip makes bar clamps much easier to use. Read More »
An "Authentic" Arts and Crafts Finish

By Seth Keller on Sep 19, 2012 | Rated 10

Seth seeks and explains a much sought after Arts and Crafts finish. You re going to love the look of this classic finish, and the step by step recipe Seth provides. Read More »
Refurbish A Classic Apron Plane

By Seth Keller on Aug 08, 2012 | Rated 10

Seth turns a $10 used plane into a hard working tool for his shop. Read More »
Vix Bits: Tools We Love

By Paul Mayer on May 29, 2012 | Rated 9.8

If you have ever struggled with installing hinges properly, then it is likely that you are due for a vix bit in your tool arsenal. Read More »