In the Shop

Whether it’s a simple trick for holding a workpiece better, or a way to get a little more from your dust collector, we’ve gathered some of the best shop tips here.


3 Quick Tips from Issue 277

3 Quick Tips from Issue 277

Check out these reader-submitted shop tips from Woodsmith Issue 277! Tips for gripping clamps, recycling steel wool, and storing your … Read More

Carbon Method Metal Coatings

Carbon Method Metal Coatings

Carbon Method provided me with two kits: the prep kit shown above and the carbon coating kit. - Rob Petrie Read More

Brooms & Brushes For The Woodshop

Brooms & Brushes For The Woodshop

When it’s time to buy a new broom, there are two things you’ll want to consider: size and the type … Read More

Woodworking Dust Control Made Easy | Build a Shop Air Cleaner

Woodworking Dust Control Made Easy | Build a Shop Air Cleaner

Improve shop air quality with a roll-around air cleaner. Plus, learn dust control strategies, shop safety tips, and how to … Read More

4 Quick Tips from Issue 278

4 Quick Tips from Issue 278

Reader's tips from Woodsmith Issue 278. Find some great tips for cutting miters, building an arc-striking bow, chap-free glue, and … Read More

How Do You Measure Up?

How Do You Measure Up?

While the strange and wonderful tools would make for an interesting topic, for this article, the ShopNotes staff shares the … Read More

Tape and CA Glue Make For A Fast Fix

Tape and CA Glue Make For A Fast Fix

I’ve used masking tape for band saw work. But you can end up cutting through the tape joint. Here’s another … Read More

Spring Makes For a Handier Hold-Down

Spring Makes For a Handier Hold-Down

A spring handier hold down jig made of a spring, washer, knurled nut, washer, and threaded stem. Read More

Upgrade your Drill Guide

Upgrade your Drill Guide

Upgrade your drill guide with a simple, shop-made base and step that improve stability, accuracy, and functionality. Learn how this … Read More

3 Quick Tips From Issue 282

3 Quick Tips From Issue 282

Check out these 3 workshop tips sent from woodworkers just like you, from our issue 282! Read More

Drill Press Chip Tray

Drill Press Chip Tray

I made a drill press chip tray that attached to the front of my shop-made table. As I work, I … Read More

Safer Crosscuts With a Stand-Off Block

Safer Crosscuts With a Stand-Off Block

I made a self-clamping stand-off block that takes the concept one better. Instead of fiddling with a clamp to attach … Read More

Genius Woodworking Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner | Woodsmith Shop Season 16

Genius Woodworking Tips You’ll Wish You Knew Sooner | Woodsmith Shop Season 16

Discover 14 genius woodworking tips from the Woodsmith Shop TV Show, Season 16. Learn clever shop hacks, organization ideas, and … Read More

4 Quick Tips From Issue 281

4 Quick Tips From Issue 281

Check out these 4 awesome tips submitted by Woodsmith readers and woodworkers just like you! Read More

How to Make a Toggle Clamp Vise

How to Make a Toggle Clamp Vise

To get the best results when working by hand, it’s important to be comfortable. There are plenty of options, but … Read More