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Woodsmith No. 170

Routed Bowls

Classic Modular Bookcase

Five-Drawer Desk

Features

Weekend Project

16 / Routed Bowls

Create uniquely shaped bowls with your router? You bet. And you’ll be surprised at just how fast and easy the technique is.

Heirloom Project

22 / Classic Modular Bookcase

Start with a basic case. Then expand the design by building additional units and customize them with options to suit your storage needs.

Designer Series Project

34 / Five-Drawer Desk

Sure, this elegant-looking desk stands out from the crowd. But you’ll appreciate its straightforward construction and skill-building details.

Departments

From Our Readers

4 / Tips & Techniques

All About

8 / Glue Line Rip Blades

A new generation of rip blades delivers smooth, swirl-free cuts — without sacrificing speed.

Tools of the Trade

10 / Roundover Bits

Learn how to make a variety of profiles using nothing more than a couple of roundover bits.

Techniques from our Shop

12 / Plywood on the Table Saw

Here are some shop-tested strategies for handling large sheets of plywood on your table saw.

Jigs and Fixtures

14 / Low-Cost Veneering

This inexpensive vacuum bag system will give you perfect veneering results every time.

Tips from our Shop

32 / Shop Notebook

Small Shop Solutions

44 / 5 Simple Shop Organizers

Pick up a few handy ways to keep small tools, bits, and accessories within easy reach.

Finishing Room

46 / Perfect Aerosol Finishes

You don’t need expensive equipment to get top-notch spray finishes — just the right techniques.

In The Mailbox

48 / Q & A

Details of Craftsmanship

50 / Techniques for Making Legs

Table and desk legs are always on display. Here’s how to make them look their best.