Finishing Vertical Surfaces Without Drips
Applying finish to vertical surfaces requires different techniques than flat panels. Runs and drips ruin otherwise clean work. Thin Your Finish Reduce most finishes by...
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Japanese Pull Saws: Why They Cut Better
Japanese pull saws cut on the pull stroke rather than the push stroke, offering several advantages for precision woodworking. Why Pull Saws Work Better The...
Cedar Birdhouse: The Classic Build Every Woodworker Should Make Once
Every woodworker should build at least one birdhouse. Not because birds are counting on us – they’ve been finding shelter for millions of years without...
Raised Planter Box: Rot-Resistant Cedar for Deck Gardens
Gardening at ground level stops being fun around age 40. Knees don’t appreciate it. Backs revolt. And slugs treat your seedlings like an all-you-can-eat buffet....
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Complete Hand Tool Woodworking Guide
Hand Tool Woodworking Part 1 The Complete Guide to Hand Tool Woodworking: Traditional Techniques for Modern Craftsmen Hand tool woodworking connects us to centuries of...
Under-Cabinet Paper Towel Holder: Hidden Hardware, Clean Look
Paper towel holders belong out of sight. That’s my hill, and I’m standing on it. The countertop version takes up valuable real
Weighted Napkin Holder: The Simple Jig That Makes It Easy
There’s something deeply satisfying about solving a problem you didn’t know you had. That was me last summer, watching paper na
Countertop Spice Rack: Tiered Design Fits 24 Jars
Spice Rack Design Small woodworking projects develop skills and create useful items. Start with manageable designs and progress. Project Tips Choose appropriate wood species. Practice...