Woodsmith Magazine

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Cover Woodsmith No. 174

Cutting Boards Cutting Boards

Queen Anne Lowboy Queen Anne Lowboy

Treasure Box Treasure Box

Features

Weekend Project

16 / Cutting Boards

This great-looking set of cutting boards offers an enjoyable contrast. You can build them in a weekend, but you’ll get to enjoy using them for years to come.

Heirloom Project

Video Workshop
20 / Queen Anne Lowboy

This project takes a modern approach to building a classic piece of furniture. All the traditional details are here, but in a package that’s surprisingly straightforward to build.

Designer Series Project

32 / Treasure Box

You don’t have to take on a big project to improve your woodworking skills. This small box starts with some basic techniques, adds a few new twists, and results in a very stylish design.

Departments

4 / Tips & Techniques

All About

8 / Lithium Ion Batteries

Learn about the latest developments in cordless tool battery technology.

Tools of the Trade

10 / Japanese Saws

There’s a style of saw for every joinery need. And you’ll master the techniques in short order.

Jigs and Fixtures

14 / Incra Table Saw Fence

If absolute precision is what you’re after in a table saw fence, this is the upgrade for you.

Tips from our Shop

30 / Shop Notebook

Techniques from our Shop

Online Extra
38 / Shaping a Cabriole Leg

We’ll show you a simple, step-by-step approach for making great-looking cabriole legs.

Working With Tools

Video Workshop
42 / 5 Essential Squares

A square is more than just a helpful tool, it’s a necessity. Here are five squares every shop needs.

Small Shop Solutions

44 / Small Tool Storage

Take a look at a few great ways to organize the tools you reach for every day.

Finishing Room

46 / Using Dye Concentrates

Pre-mixed concentrates can give your project fantastic color and make using dyes much easier.

Details of Craftsmanship

48 / Versatile Bead Molding

Adding a simple bead profile to a project can turn it from plain to eye-catching.

In The Mailbox

50 / Q & A