We've compiled some of our best jigs and fixtures that will make your time in the shop more productive.
It’s somewhat of an open secret that we workers of wood dislike the sanding process. My own experience proves that … Read More
Building an adjustable mortising jig for your plunge router essentially creates a benchtop joinery tool. Read More
Make safe, accurate cuts on small workpieces with this adjustable pull saw miter box. Designed for precision and control, it’s … Read More
For this project, I invested some time (not that much, frankly) and materials to make a circle-cutting jig that works … Read More
Build a twin-screw skeleton vise with synchronized wooden gears for smooth, even clamping and perfect alignment. This workbench upgrade offers … Read More
The second item in this issue's Great Gear is a collection of stops and HoldDowns from Milescraft. These are designed … Read More
When using my router table, it’s inconvenient to reach under the table and push the router and insert plate up … Read More
On my latest project, I needed to make a base that would extend exactly 11⁄2" from the profile of the … Read More
I use bench dogs a lot while I'm working in my shop, and I’ve made my own “customized” dogs (pictured … Read More
Bench dog holes are often used with a vise to grip a workpiece. However, I use them more often for … Read More
I needed an easy way to sand the wheels. My solution is the sanding jig shown here. Read More
When it comes to joinery, a precise cut makes all the difference — which is why I whipped up this … Read More
Using this grid router guide jig to make a dovetail track is a simple, two-step process. Read More
For this first retrospective, I want to take some time to look at a few tools that have appeared consistently … Read More
Discover the Kreg 520 Pocket-Hole Jig—a perfect balance of portability and performance. See how it compares to the 720 and … Read More