Woodworking Christmas Gift Ideas

By George Vondriska

Posted Nov 29, 2011

So many tools, so little time. You know how it goes this time of year. People ask “What do you want for Christmas?” Tool nut that you are, you’ve got plenty of ideas, but you’re concerned about the buyer getting you the stuff you REALLY want, not what they think you want. Here’s the answer. Consider this your Christmas Wish List. All you have to do is print it out, mark the stuff you want, and leave it in a conspicuous spot. Or, thanks to the electronic age, simply forward it to all the gift buyers in your circle. Since we tell you where to get the tools, we’re making it very easy to guarantee you get exactly what you want. We’ve also included a link to the original story in case you need a refresher on what the tool is all about. Happy shopping!

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Dear Santa -

I’ve been a really good boy/girl (circle one) this year. You know how I love woodworking, and how I enjoy making things for friends and family. There are a few tools I could use to make my woodworking a little easier, which would help me make even more stuff. I’ve marked the items on this list I could use. Thanks in advance! (Cookies and milk are on the kitchen table.)

Takuma 240 mm Ryoba Saw

Takuma 240 mm Ryoba Saw

Looking for the ultimate cordless saw? Look no further than these Japanese panel saws.

Part #20514 $45.00

Mini Dozuki Panel Saw

Part #65573 $31.00

Rockler (800) 279-4441

Read WWGOA's Tool Review: Tools We Love: Japanese Ryoba and Mini Dozuki Saws

Trammel Points

Trammel Points

When it comes to making BIG circles, you need a pair of trammel points.

Part #39394 $20.00

Rockler (800) 279-4441

Read WWGOA's Tool Review: Tools We Love: Trammel Points

Japanese Square 45/90 Degree Stainless Steel Miter Gauge

Simplicity at its best!

Part #23404 $20.00

Rockler (800) 279-4441

Read WWGOA's Tool Review: Tools We Love: Japanese Square

Brass Set-Up Gauges

Whiteside 5 Piece Brass Set-Up Gauges

Why I love using brass set-up gauges.

Part #836311 $19.00

Woodcraft (800) 225-1153

Read WWGOA's Tool Review: Tools We Love: Brass Set-Up Gauges

Youth Safety Glasses

Junior Size Safety Glasses

To protect the little eyes in your shop, check out FastCap's Junior Size Safety Glasses.

Part # SG-Youth-Clear

www.fastcap.com (888) 442-3748

Read WWGOA's Tool Review: Kid-Size Safety Glasses

Simple Furniture Projects

Ridiculously Simple Furniture Projects

This book contains a boat load of handy projects. Although it leans toward simple projects, even an experienced woodworker will glean good info from the text and photos.

Ridiculously Simple Furniture
$19.95

Read WWGOA's Review: Simple Furniture Projects Book Review

Branding Irons

Steak Brands

An easy way for you to leave your mark on your work, and at the grill.

$19.95 each

SteakBrands (800) 985-5358

Read WWGOA's Review: Branding Your Work

Home ProjectCalc Fractional Calculator

The digital/electronic age has been with us for some time now. If it hasn't found its way into your shop, you're missing out.

$24.95

Calculated Industries (800) 854-8075

Read WWGOA's Tool Review: 4 Must Have Electronic Gadgets

Woodshop Calculator Software

Another item that has made my woodworking easier and saved my bacon a bunch of times.

$24.99

WoodShop Calculator

Read WWGOA's Tool Review: 4 Must Have Electronic Gadgets

Keyhole Router Bit Keyhole Cutter

If you're looking for a hardware-free way to hang picture frames or plaques on the wall, you need a keyhole router bit. Set up is simple, and results are great.

Part #3052

Westside Router Bits (800) 225-3982

Read WWGOA's Tool Review: Using a Keyhole Bit

Hock Carving Knife Hock 1” Carving Knife