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Woodsmith No. 181

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.

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