Woodsmith Tips

August 13, 2025

DIY Shop-Made Can Crusher

This can crusher is a great project to get the kids in the shop. It has a few simple parts and goes together quickly. The … Watch Video

4 Easy Ways to Seal Table Saw Gaps for Better Dust Collection

Large openings and small gaps can make table saw dust collection less effective. These four inexpensive ways to seal a table saw cabinet help contain …

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How to Use a Card Scraper for Smooth Wood Surfaces

A card scraper is one of the simplest hand tools in the shop—and one of the most useful. Learn how to hold, bow, angle, and …

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Make It Round On The Router Table

Who says you can’t teach an old router table new tricks? Here are a couple of handy techniques that will expand its repertoire.

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