Woodsmith Tips

August 12, 2026

Build an Adjustable Pull Saw Miter Box — Part 2: Finishing the Jig

In Part 2, I complete the Adjustable Pull Saw Miter Box by adding the precision features that make it such a versatile shop jig. Then … Watch Video

Four-Step Drawer Liner

There’s one part of a drawer that often gets overlooked: the bottom. However, a nice drawer liner isn’t just for the looks — there are …

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How to Design a Band-Saw Centered Shop

I invite you to follow me as I describe the outlines of an approach to setting up a home workshop. It’s a reflection based on …

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Small Part Routing Sled

There’s rarely a good way to hold the workpiece for the cut that doesn’t leave your fingers uncomfortably close to the bit. But, that doesn’t …

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Use This Water Sharpening System for a Razor-Sharp Edge

There’s a reason that these water-trough stones are so common — they simply work. That’s as true today as it was a hundred years ago. …

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Build an Adjustable Pull Saw Miter Box — Part 1: Getting Started

Follow along as I begin building an Adjustable Pull Saw Miter Box that makes cutting small parts safer and more accurate. In Part 1, I …

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Twin-Screw Skeleton Vise

Having a bench vise that you can adjust quickly and offers ample holding power is worth its weight in gold. And, if you made the …

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3-in-1 CNC Upgrade

Our creative director, Chris Fitch, has been working with CNCs of all sizes for some time. Over that time, he identified three key issues with …

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Build Your Dream Tool Cabinet

The tool storage you need for the type of woodworking you do is a personal thing. It takes time to figure out what warms your …

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Hands-on Tips for Working with Sheet Goods

As beautiful and fun to work with as solid wood is, it’s far from the only material a woodworker has at their disposal. Besides hardwood …

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