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December 2009
Woodsmith No. 141
Convertible Coffee Table
Outdoor Lanterns
Display Cabinet
Features
Feature Project
6 / Convertible Coffee Table
This beautiful coffee table converts from a traditional cofee table to one that’s at a comfortable height for dining or doing homework. The secret is a unique lift mechanism that’s built into its base.
Outdoor Project
18 / Outdoor Lanterns
Here’s a DIY project that will really put your home (and your woodworking skills) in a good light. And it’s easy to make a whole set with our tips for cutting multiple parts quickly and accurately.
Woodworking Technique
24 / Dadoes and Grooves
Cut a sloppy-fitting dado or groove? Never again. Here are the secrets and strategies for dead-on accuracy — regardless of whether you’re working with solid wood or plywood.
Weekend Project
28 / Display Cabinet
Display your favorite collection or store your fine tools Either way, this cabinet is a great solution. Plus, there are several options so you can make its design the perfect fit for your home.
Weekend Project
34 / Storing Hand Tools
Want to maximize every inch of your tool cabinet? Here’s how we adapted the display cabinet for use in the shop, as well as some of the custom tool holders we came up with to hang the tools.