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December 2009
Woodsmith No. 181
Mantel Clock
Trough-Style Bookrack
Trestle Table
Handsaw Till
Features
Weekend Project
16 / Mantel Clock
This project proves that a small clock can still have “grandfather” details. You’ll be in and out of the shop in a weekend, but your clock will be treasured for a lifetime.
Designer Series Project
20 / Trough-Style Bookrack
This project certainly doesn’t have the look of your run-of-the-mill bookrack. The light, open design makes for great “anywhere” storage and some challenging woodworking.
Heirloom Project
28 / Trestle Table
The trestle-style dining table brings together the old and the new in a great project. The design is classic, while the construction and the expandable feature are more up to date.
Shop Project
38 / Handsaw Till
A shop project should be practical. But that doesn’t mean you can’t show off your woodworking skills. Building this traditional handsaw till will give you the best of both.
Departments
From Our Readers
4 / Tips & Techniques
All About
8 / Beyond Yellow Glue
There’s a type of glue for every woodworking task. Here’s what you need to know.
Tools of the Trade
10 / Insert Router Bits
We’ll take a look at a new, innovative option in router bits offered by Amana.
Techniques from our Shop
12 / Mitered Bridle Joint
Learn a great table saw technique that results in strong, easy-to-assemble mitered frames.
Jigs and Fixtures
14 / Bench Grinder Tool Rests
Turn your bench grinder into a precision sharpening station by upgrading the tool rest.
Tips from our Shop
26 / Shop Notebook
Woodworking Project
44 / Hand-Cut Dadoes
With a handful of basic tools and a time-tested technique, you can cut first-class dadoes.
Finishing Room
46 / Perfect Surface Preparation
When it’s time for a finish, this four-step process guarantees you start off on the right foot.
Details of Craftsmanship
48 / Dovetails in Case Construction
Dovetails aren’t just for drawers. Find out how to put case dovetails to work in your projects.