Give a Gift FREE Book

Table of Contents

Tips & Techniques6

Oak12

Green Wood Hand Tools16

Freehand Routing20

Cool Tools & Gear24

Mobile Air Cleaner34

This roll-around unit filters harmful dust from the air in your shop. And it’s easy to make, too.

Online Extras

Hadlely Chest40

Made from all solid wood, you’ll hone your joinery skills as well as learn some carving techniques.

Watering Vessel56

The swan-inspired look of this beautiful project makes it just as much a work of art as it is practical.

The wooden watering vessel was glued up and sealed inside with West System’s 105 epoxy, using their 406 collodial silica as a thickener. The exterior was simply finished with two coats of lacquer.

Wiping Varnish60

Crosscutting — What Saw Works Best?62