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August 2008
Woodsmith No. 160
DVD Storage Case
Platform Bed
Inlay Mirror Frame
Features
Weekend Project
16 / DVD Storage Case
Organize your growing collection of DVDs with one (or more) of these versatile storage cases.
Designer Series Project
22 / Platform Bed
You won’t lose sleep building this bed. Built with simple joinery, it yields rock-solid results.
Heirloom Project
32 / Inlay Mirror Frame
Show off your skills with this mirror frame that features stylish inlays and miter-free corners.
Details of Craftsmanship
50 / Coped Joints
Installing molding with a good fit is a challenge. Learn how to cut a tight-fitting coped joint.
Departments
From Our Readers
4 / Tips & Techniques
All About
8 / Bargain Router Bits
Are low-cost router bit sets worth the money? You’ll be surprised at what we found out.
Tools of the Trade
10 / Miter Saw Blades
Getting the best results with a miter saw starts with choosing and using the right blade.
Techniques from our Shop
12 / 15 Tips & Tricks for Assembly
Learn the tips and tricks for gluing up a drawer.
Jigs and Fixtures
14 / Table Saw Miter Sleds
Take your table saw to the next level by adding a precision miter sled.
Tips from our Shop
30 / Shop Notebook
Working With Tools
40 / Countersink Bits
Not all countersink bits are the same. Here’s what you need to know before you buy one.
Small Shop Solutions
42 / Workbench Location
Where you put your workbench is the key to getting the most out of your shop.
Finishing Room
44 / Getting a High-Gloss Finish
A classic, high-gloss finish is easier than you may think. We’ll show you how.