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Using a Vacuum Table and Fixtures to Hold Small Parts | CNC Workholding

The worst part of running a CNC is figuring out how to hold parts so they can be machined, which can be especially tricky when using vacuum to hold smaller... View Content

How to Bend Plywood the Easy Way

Looking for a relatively easy way to bend wood? With a little experimentation, kerf cutting will let you add curves to seemingly inflexible material. View Content

How I Fixed Incomplete Jig Plans

I built a taper jig from plans I found online, and was surprised to find it was missing a key element. Here’s how I completed it. View Content

12 Essential Wood Joints for Your Next Project

There are various woodworking joints in use. Some are stronger than others are. Let’s discuss the more popular joints, so you know which to use for your projects. View Content

Check Out the Catskill Mountain Maker Camp

Every October, there’s a unique event in upstate New York called the Catskill Mountain Maker Camp. There’s a little bit of everything—woodworking, forging, sewing, glass blowing. If it can be... View Content

Where to Buy Parts for Your Tools

One of the most common questions we get is, “I have an old , and I need parts for it. Where can I get them?” I encountered a similar scenario... View Content

Get Organized with Magnetic Trays

It’s always good to be organized in your shop. These magnetic trays are great for keeping tools you need close by for easy access. View Content

My First Epoxy Bowl

If you’re a bowl turner but haven’t tried turning an epoxy bowl yet, you’re missing out! Mixing media like wood and epoxy leads to beautiful results. Here’s what I learned... View Content

Five Tips for Better Bottle Stoppers

Turning bottle stoppers on a lathe provides a great opportunity for design expression. With a few simple tips you can make your bottle stoppers stand out from the crowd. View Content

Bosch Sliding Miter Saw That Isn't a Slider

A review of the new Bosch Dual Bevel Glide Miter saw. It has a 12 inch blade that cross cuts up to 14 inches and is an excellent space saving... View Content

New Milwaukee Cordless Detail Sander

Want to simplify your sanding? Check out Milwaukee’s new cordless detail sander. Tight spots? Check. Contours? Check. View Content

DeWalt Cordless Biscuit Joiner

The cordless revolution has hit in many arenas. DeWalt’s latest addition is their cordless biscuit joiner. View Content

Upping Your Wood-Buying Game

Most of us are lucky when it comes to wood choices because we’re pretty spoiled with the options we have. But one of the most common questions woodworkers hear is,... View Content

Commonly Used Woods

Looking for the best wood choice for your next project? Here’s a look at some commonly used hardwoods and softwoods, along with some of their important characteristics. We’ve compiled photos... View Content

Understanding Wood

Wood doesn’t just grow on trees, you know! There are lots of ins and outs to understand when it comes to the lumber industry that will make you a better... View Content

120-Volt vs. 240-Volt in the Wood Shop

There is a lot of confusion around the pros and cons between 120 volts and 240 volts in the wood shop. The reason for this is that electricity can be... View Content

David Sterling Becomes World’s First One-Armed Professional Bowl Turner

Veteran David Sterling has overcome incredible challenges like losing a portion of his right arm. These days, he uses woodturning as a form of physical and emotional therapy, even launching... View Content

Small Drill, Big Power

DeWalt’s new 20V cordless drill promises to let you get plenty of power in small places thanks to the compact design. View Content

Not a Plain Plane

A plane that was already a wonderful tool became even better thanks to the incredible engraving Jenny Bower did on it. View Content

Ask WWGOA: SawStop Power Connections

Question: On SawStop's website, they say that the SawStop cabinet saw must be wired directly into the shop power, according to NEC. As I: 1) like to (must) move my... View Content

Solvent-Resistant Spritz Bottles

Unlike most off-the-shelf spray bottles, this robust sprayer can handle the solvents you commonly use in your shop. View Content

2021 AWFS Student Competition

One of my favorite parts of attending the Association of Woodworking and Furnishings Suppliers (AWFS) Fair every two years is walking through the Fresh Wood Student Competition to check out... View Content

Building an Electric Kit Guitar

One of the items on my woodworking “bucket list” is to build an electric guitar from scratch. I’m not a guitar player myself, but the intricacies, resonant qualities, and incorporation... View Content

How to Turn a Honeycomb Resin Bowl

I recently had the pleasure of working with a South African resin artist named Ahron Gropper on a long-distance collaboration. After seeing a beautiful bowl he had created that incorporated... View Content