Woodsmith Tips

September 24, 2025

3 Essential Shop-Made Woodworking Tools

Build three essential shop-made woodworking tools — a twisted awl, scraper shave, and marking knife. Learn step-by-step techniques to craft durable, precise tools you’ll use … Watch Video

Use Two Miter Gauges For A Table Saw Sled

Sleds are great at the table saw, whether it’s for small parts or precise crosscuts. However, they do require a pair of miter bars to …

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Build a Chessboard with Storage & Custom Chess Pieces

Pull up a seat, put on your thinking cap, and start the timer. This elegant chess set is the perfect way to hone your mind, …

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Try This Dust-Free Routing Tip

A little dust in the shop is no big deal, but at the router table all that sawdust can get in the way. Try this …

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