Woodsmith Tips

May 12, 2016

End Drilling Jig for Dowels

It isn't easy to hold onto round stock like dowels when working at the drill press. Whether you need to drill at hole at the … Watch Video

How to Use a Block Plane: 5 Essential Woodworking Techniques

A block plane is one of the most versatile hand tools you can add to your woodworking shop. Learn a few basic techniques and you …

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3-Sided Saddle Square

Transferring layout lines from one face or edge of a workpiece to another can sometimes be a real challenge. Here's a shop-built tool that makes …

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Box Joint Assembly Tips: Gluing, Clamping & Cleanup

Getting box joints cut accurately is only part of the job. These simple assembly techniques help you control glue squeeze-out, clamp the corners effectively, and …

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