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Cover Woodsmith No. 165

Wall Shelves Wall Shelves

Patio Serving Cart Patio Serving Cart

12-Drawer Storage Cabinet 12-Drawer Storage Cabinet

Features

Weekend Project

Video Workshop
16 / Wall Shelves

This unique project combines an interesting design and some challenging woodworking. The result is a well-spent weekend.

Outdoor Project

20 / Patio Serving Cart

You’ll cook out in style with this great-looking and versatile patio cart. And it’s built to stand up to the elements.

Weekend Project

28 / Outdoor Grilling Accessories

A handy serving tray and cutting board will be a great addition to the serving cart. But these two projects can also stand on their own.

Designer Series Project

32 / 12-Drawer Storage Cabinet

You’ll love this simple look of this cabinet. But the straightforward construction is even more impressive.

Departments

From Our Readers

4 / Tips & Techniques

All About

8 / Waterproof Glues

Everything you need to know to choose the right waterproof glue for your next outdoor project.

Tools of the Trade

10 / Moisture Meters

Want a way to know that your wood is dry enough to use? A moisture meter is the answer.

Techniques from our Shop

Video Workshop
12 / Fast Sandpaper Sharpening

If you don’t like to spend time sharpening, here’s a shop-tested way to get the job done — fast.

Jigs and Fixtures

14 / Table Saw Tenoning Jigs

A commercial tenoning jig can be a great way to get fast, accurate results at a moderate price.

Tips from our Shop

30 / Shop Notebook

Woodworking Technique

42 / Perfect Beveled Miters

Here are a few tips to make your beveled miter joints dead-on accurate every time.

Small Shop Solutions

44 / Band Saw Add-Ons

Five easy-to-build accessories to make your hand saw work harder and better.

Finishing Room

46 / Easy Outdoor Finishes

Learn how to protect outdoor projects from Mother Nature without a lot of work.

In The Mailbox

48 / Q & A

Details of Craftsmanship

50 / Table Saw Drawer Construction

Building solid drawers is a breeze. Here’s a look at how to get the whole job done at the table saw.

Looking Inside

52 / Final Details