Woodsmith Tips

July 30, 2020

Make Your Own Drill Press Hold-Down Clamp!

This Clever Accessory Keeps a Workpiece in its Place. Watch Video

3 Woodworking Tool Tips: DIY Thumbscrews, Honing Guides & Pencil Storage

Make an odd-sized thumbscrew, stop pencils from falling out of your apron, and simplify sharpening setup. These three reader-submitted Woodsmith tips use inexpensive materials to …

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Last Week's Tips

Make Pocket Holes with a Router? Build This Clever Jig!

Think pocket holes require a specialized drilling jig? This clever shop-built jig uses a handheld router and a pivoting carriage to cut clean pocket holes …

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2 Woodworking Shop Tips: Clog-Free Glue Bottles & Secure Pegboard Hooks

Tired of clogged wood glue caps or pegboard hooks that fall out whenever you grab a tool? These two simple shop tips offer quick fixes …

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