Jigs & Fixtures

We've compiled some of our best jigs and fixtures that will make your time in the shop more productive.


DIY Benchtop Sawhorses for Cutting, Routing & Assembly

DIY Benchtop Sawhorses for Cutting, Routing & Assembly

These compact benchtop sawhorses make it easy to raise a workpiece above your bench for cutting, routing, clamping, and assembly. … Read More

Clever Table Saw Jig

Clever Table Saw Jig

This jig makes it easy to strengthen miters with splines. Read More

How to Sand Wooden Wheels Perfectly with a Drill Press Jig

How to Sand Wooden Wheels Perfectly with a Drill Press Jig

Cutting wooden wheels with a hole saw is easy, but getting the edges smooth can be a challenge. This simple … Read More

Handy Drill Press Jig

Handy Drill Press Jig

Build an adjustable table to drill angled holes a piece of cake. Read More

DIY Router Table Featherboard for Tall Panels

DIY Router Table Featherboard for Tall Panels

Keep tall panels steady at the router table with this shop-made roller featherboard. Spring-loaded casters provide support while allowing smooth … Read More

DIY Threaded Insert Installation Jig

DIY Threaded Insert Installation Jig

Install threaded inserts straight and flush with a simple spring-loaded woodworking jig made from hardwood and common hardware. Read More

Strong & Sturdy Sawhorses

Strong & Sturdy Sawhorses

You'll find plenty of jobs for this pair of shop helpers. Read More

Build an Extended Router Edge Guide for Grooves & Dadoes

Build an Extended Router Edge Guide for Grooves & Dadoes

Standard router edge guides have limited reach. This shop-made router guide uses a long plywood arm, sturdy fence, and alignment … Read More

DIY Stackable Shop Stools for Assembly & Table Saw Outfeed

DIY Stackable Shop Stools for Assembly & Table Saw Outfeed

These sturdy plywood shop stools do more than provide a place to sit. Use them as assembly supports, stack them … Read More

DIY Table Saw Tall Fence Jig for Tenons, Splines & Joinery

DIY Table Saw Tall Fence Jig for Tenons, Splines & Joinery

Make your table saw more versatile with a shop-made sliding tall fence. This simple rip fence saddle features adjustable hold-downs … Read More

How to Cut Small Pieces Safely with a Miter Saw

How to Cut Small Pieces Safely with a Miter Saw

Cutting short pieces on a miter saw can be tricky. This simple plywood jig uses a toggle clamp to hold … Read More

How to Cut Long Boards Safely on a Table Saw

How to Cut Long Boards Safely on a Table Saw

Cutting long boards on a table saw can be awkward without proper support. These practical tips show how to control … Read More

DIY Circular Saw & Router Guide for Straight, Accurate Cuts

DIY Circular Saw & Router Guide for Straight, Accurate Cuts

One simple jig can make your circular saw and router more accurate. This shop-made straightedge guide features two reference edges … Read More

Easy-to-Build Setup Gauge

Easy-to-Build Setup Gauge

Set router bit and saw blade heights accurately. Read More

Stow-Away Sawhorses

Stow-Away Sawhorses

Clever knock-down sawhorse design saves space. Read More