Woodsmith Tips

December 3, 2025

Spring Makes For a Handier Hold-Down

A spring handier hold down jig made of a spring, washer, knurled nut, washer, and threaded stem. Watch Video

7 Tips For Routing Perfect Edge Profiles

Seven Steps to making perfect edge profiles at your router table.

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Last Week's Tips

Upgrade a Portable Drill Guide for Better Stability & Accuracy

Portable drill guides are handy for accurate drilling away from the drill press, but their small bases can make them unstable. This simple plywood upgrade …

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3 Clever Woodworking Shop Ideas: Folding Cutting Mat, Planer Top & Wood Filler

Make better use of your workshop with three practical reader-submitted tips. Build a folding foam mat for cutting plywood, turn your planer into an extra …

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