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Cover Woodsmith No. 160

DVD Storage Case DVD Storage Case

Platform Bed Platform Bed

Inlay Mirror Frame Inlay Mirror Frame

Features

Weekend Project

Online Extra
16 / DVD Storage Case

Organize your growing collection of DVDs with one (or more) of these versatile storage cases.

Designer Series Project

Online Extra
22 / Platform Bed

You won’t lose sleep building this bed. Built with simple joinery, it yields rock-solid results.

Heirloom Project

Online Extra
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.

In The Mailbox

48 / Q&A