Make a Simple Spokeshave Jig for Shaping Legs and Tapered Stock
Follow along with the video at the bottom of the page. If you’ve ever tried to shape a square table leg or taper a chair spindle using a hand plane...
Alaina Bodley |
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Make a Simple Spokeshave Jig for Shaping Legs and Tapered Stock
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Building Smarter Workshop Storage: A Practical Clamp Rack from Recycled Timber
Follow along with the video at the bottom of the page. Whether you’ve just moved into a new workspace or are reworking an existing one, efficient storage is a constant...
Nick George |
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Biscuits, Dominoes, or Nothing at All? A Practical Guide to Panel Joinery
Joinery Choices: Knowing When to Reinforce Your Glue-Ups In woodworking, few topics generate more questions from beginners and seasoned makers alike than this: Should I use biscuits, dominoes, or nothing...
Alaina Bodley |
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Milescraft Metal Guide Bushings: A Handy Upgrade for Router Pattern Work
If you're someone who enjoys working with a router, particularly for cutting patterns, guide bushings are an essential accessory. These small but mighty components allow your router to follow templates...
Nick George |
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How to Match Timber Stain on New and Old Timber: A Methodical Approach
Successfully staining timber to match existing furniture is a delicate blend of art and science. Whether you're restoring a piece or building something new to complement older furnishings, matching stain...
Alaina Bodley |
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Sliding Dovetails Made Easy: A Guide to Strong, Stylish Timber Joints
Sliding dovetails are a joinery technique that captivates many woodworkers for good reason, they're strong, self-locking, and visually striking. While traditionally seen as complex, they can be made far more...
Geoffrey Doube |
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Mastering Template Routing: How to Create Perfect, Repeatable Elements
Creating consistent, curved timber components by hand can be time-consuming and prone to error. In this guide, we explore how to use template routing to shape identical table legs from...
Alaina Bodley |
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Build a T-Track Table: The Ultimate Workholding Solution for Woodworkers
Accurate cuts and clean finishes in woodworking don’t just come from sharp tools, they rely heavily on secure workholding. A T-track table offers fast, flexible clamping options, allowing you to...
Geoffrey Doube |
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How to Strop Carving Tools for Razor-Sharp Results
Keeping your carving tools sharp is the key to smooth, controlled cuts and clean surfaces. Stropping is the final step in the sharpening process, ideal for maintaining tools that already...
Alaina Bodley |
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Why Every Woodworker Needs a Router Table: Four Clever Jobs You Can’t Do by Hand
Unlocking the Power of the Router Table In the hands of a skilled woodworker, a router is already a versatile tool, but pairing it with a router table elevates its...
Nick George |
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Essential Tips for Using Spiral Router Bits on Figured Timber
Figured timber, characterised by its unique grain patterns and striking visual appeal, is a favourite among woodworkers for creating standout pieces. However, its intricate grain can present significant challenges during...
Geoffrey Doube |
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Squaring Timber Without a Jointer – Smart Tricks for Small Workshops
When setting up your workshop, the jointer is often one of those dream tools: useful, efficient, and expensive. But what if your current lineup only includes a thicknesser and a...
Nick George |
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Mastering Drawer Alignment with Simple Tools
Consistency Is Key to a Professional Finish Drawer alignment is essential for both visual appeal and function. With inset drawers, even small inconsistencies become noticeable. Using a structured process makes...
Alaina Bodley |
