Joinery hints, tips, and tricks to help you build better projects.
Cutting a mortise doesn't require a dedicated mortising machine. Learn two reliable methods using a drill press, plunge router, and … Read More
Dadoes and grooves are two of the most useful joints in woodworking. Learn how to cut them accurately at the … Read More
Learn how to cut half-blind dovetails by hand with this step-by-step guide. From laying out the tails to fitting the … Read More
You don't need an expensive mortising machine to make strong, accurate mortise-and-tenon joints. With a drill press, table saw, and … Read More
Discover three practical ways to use spline joinery in your woodworking projects. Learn how splines help align panel glueups, simplify … Read More
Learn four reliable ways to cut a mortise using chisels, a drill press, plunge router, or table saw — and … Read More
Hand-cut dovetails are a hallmark of fine woodworking, and learning to cut them is easier than you might think. Follow … Read More
Grooves and dadoes are two of the most useful joints in woodworking. Learn the difference between them, how to cut … Read More
Learn a simple table saw method for cutting centered grooves and perfectly fitting stub tenons for cabinet doors and other … Read More
Allow me to persuade you to transform your dovetailing by making a table saw jig, first. The jig does more … Read More
A good pin nailer is one of those tools you'll find yourself reaching for more often than you expect. The … Read More
Need to cut round tenons on the ends of dowels? You don't need a lathe or specialized tenon cutter. This … Read More
Pocket hole joinery is one of the easiest woodworking techniques to learn, but its usefulness goes far beyond basic assembly. … Read More
There’s more than one good way to build a drawer. Compare three practical drawer joints for different projects, then learn … Read More
This clever router jig makes finger joints surprisingly easy. Arrange the keys to create the pattern, rout one half of … Read More