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Woodsmith No. 185
Candle Stands
Keepsake Boxes
Traditional Oak Bookcase
Features
Weekend Project
16 / Candle Stands
This eye-catching project gives you the chance to fill an idle weekend with a healthy dose of straightforward woodworking. You’ll have the candle stands up and glowing in short order.
Designer Series Project
20 / Keepsake Boxes
The unique look of these beautiful boxes is guaranteed to draw attention. But that’s only part of the story. Building one or both is sure to raise the level of your skills a notch or two.
Heirloom Project
30 / Traditional Oak Bookcase
The classic design of this bookcase is a bit deceptive. The techniques, joinery and materials used to build it are thoroughly modern. It goes together easily and will last a lifetime.
Departments
From Our Readers
4 / Tips & Techniques
All About
8 / Choosing the Right Glass
The combination of wood and glass is hard to beat. Here’s how to make it work.
Tools of the Trade
10 / Rotary Tool Routing
We’ll show you how to get an even bigger bang from this common and versatile shop tool.
Jigs and Fixtures
12 / Foolproof Fluting
Take a look at a couple of jigs that take the guesswork out of routing perfectly spaced flutes.
Techniques from our Shop
14 / Making Dentil Molding
A little time at the table saw and a simple jig is all it takes to make this traditional molding.
Tips from our Shop
28 / Shop Notebook
Woodworking Technique
40 / Large Profile Bits
Learn how to use these large bits to make factory-quality moldings on the router table.
Woodworking Essentials
42 / Hand Sanding
When completing a project, hand sanding is the key to a smooth surface that’s ready for finish.
Working With Tools
44 / Put Your Circular Saw to Work
Turn your circular saw into a real shop workhorse with just a few easy upgrades.
Finishing Room
46 / Top-Notch Spray Can Finishing
You don’t need expensive equipment to apply a professional-looking sprayed finish.
Details of Craftsmanship
48 / Pinned Mortise and Tenon
Here’s a simple technique that adds both strength and a traditional look to a project.