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Cover Woodsmith No. 126

Two-Drawer Dressing Mirror Two-Drawer Dressing Mirror

Tabletop TV Stand Tabletop TV Stand

Scroll-Sawn Bookends Scroll-Sawn Bookends

Scroll-Sawn Jewelry Box Scroll-Sawn Jewelry Box

Features

Feature Project

6 / Two-Drawer Dressing Mirror

Designed to sit on top of a dresser, this mirror is handy for checking your make-up or straightening your tie. And it features two small drawers in the base which are great for storage.

Weekend Project

16 / Tabletop TV Stand

Here’s a TV stand with a different “spin.” The top of this stand is fastened to a Lazy Susan so it swivels. And the compartment beneath the top is a perfect place to hold a VCR.

Scroll Saw Project

Online Extra
20 / Scroll-Sawn Bookends

Whether you have a collection of dimestore paperbacks or a leather-bound set of fine literature classics, these scroll-sawn bookends will make a fitting addition to your “library.”

Woodworking Technique

24 / Working with Brass

Working with brass isn’t much different than working with wood. It’s “soft” enough to be machined with carbide-tipped woodworking tools — provided you follow the helpful hints and tips found in this article.

Scroll Saw Project

Online Extra
26 / Scroll-Sawn Jewelry Box

At first glance, the sides of this elegant jewelry box look to be hand-carved. But you won’t need any carving tools. We’ll show you how to make the panels with a scroll saw.

Departments

4 / Tips & Techniques
14 / Shop Notes

Last Look

36 / Final Details