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How to Make a Sapele and Birch Trivet

Here’s a simple project that looks great, and could easily burn up some of that scrap wood you’ve been hoarding for years. This elegant trivet will grace your table, and... Read Article

Build a Bow Sander

Oftentimes, you need a special blend of hand/eye coordination to get those fine details just right, and typical sanding methods don't always provide it. A bow sander is great for... Read Article

Make Your Own Wooden Sign

Some friends of mine have a cabin in the north woods with an out building for extra overnight guests to bunk up for the evening. It’s a great place to... Read Article

Tool Review: DeWalt DWS780 12” Dual Bevel Compound Miter Saw

If you’re considering adding a new miter saw to your shop, don’t make a move until you’ve read this great product review of the DeWalt DWS780. Does it make the... Read Article

Sketchup Session 4: Getting Your Drawings Into the Shop

Sketchup Session 3: Draw a Jewelry Box

Sketchup Session 2: Learning to Navigate the Workspace and Basic Tools

Sketchup Session 1: Getting Started

Box Joint Jig Video: How to Make a Box Joint Jig/Finger Joint Jig for a Tablesaw

How to Make a Boot or Shoe Jack

Whether you’re removing tight fitting boots or slip on shoes, you’ll love the quick and easy mechanical advantage of this do-it-yourself boot jack. We’ve laid it all out for you... Read Article

Cascading Shelf Project: Overview

Cascading Shelf Project: Using a Biscuit Joiner

DIY Woodworking: Shop-Made Drill Press Table Plans

This is a shop fixture that's worth getting started on immediately. Stationary drill presses are definitely not set up for DIY woodworking. The cast round table below the chuck isn’t... Read Article

Tools We Love: Dremel Multi-Max

I saw this tool demonstrated at a home center last year and bought it on the spot. I have to say the honeymoon is still going between me and this... Read Article

I-Socket Vacuum Automator

Tools We Love Until I bought this handy device, I'd hardly ever hook my vacuum up to my tools because it was too much bother. Then I'd find myself spending... Read Article

Custom Diameter Bit

A few years ago, I was installing some balusters that the customer had picked up from a salvage yard for his stairway. I went to my local lumber supplier and... Read Article