Used incorrectly, a belt sander can ruin in seconds a project that you spent days building. George shares his tips for getting the most from your belt sander.

The Guild's purpose is to promote appreciation for all woodworking in Maui county, particularly work in native Hawaiian woods; Promote environmental responsibility to wood and its source; Promote Maui craftsmanship and encourage new woodworking enthusiasts; Educate it's members and the public in the...

If you have big dreams for woodworking projects, but only have a small space to work in, you're not alone. Read how a saw system can maximize your small work space.

What is the correct screw to use when working with MDF on cabinets boxes

I am going to be making some plaques using MDF. In the process I will need to pattern route the veneered MDF. My question is this: 1. What type/brand of bit would you recommend for pattern routing with flush trim bit on 3/4" MDF material? 2. Also, can the bits be sharpened?ThanksJohn

Is there a set of height/width/depth standards for counters, tables, chairs available anywhere? Also I want to design and make my own chair backs because I just don'e have one-size-fit-all lombar spine requirements and I really need support in that area. Anyone "been there-done that- got-the t-shirt...

I am working on a project and I need a 4ft x 4ft piece of melamine 5/8 thick.Does anyone know where I could purchase a piece of melamine this large?Thanks,Kent

Mid-America Woodcarvers Association, Inc., a non-profit organization, was formed to promote the appreciation and art of woodcarving and associated crafts through instruction, exhibitions, demonstrations and workshops. The club was organized in 1974 with 28 charter members and was incorporated...

Our goal is to help people become better woodworkers and promote a better understanding and appreciation for woodworking of all types.

We meet once a month at various places of interest to woodworkers, such as cabinet shops and members shops. Meetings consist of general business, announcements, Show and Tell, a presentation and drawing for a door prize. Presentations are always on a topic of interest to woodworkers and are...