Woodsmith Tips

December 29, 2025

Woodworking Tip: Nonstick Gluing Standoffs

Here’s a simple shop trick that keeps your work clean and your glue where it belongs—on your boards, not your supports. Watch Video

Wheel Jig for the Drum Sander

I needed an easy way to sand the wheels. My solution is the sanding jig shown here.

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Last Week's Tips

Turn a Decorative Lidded Box on the Lathe

Learn how to turn a decorative lidded box on the lathe with special guest Pat Carroll. This project combines classic woodturning with routed surface details …

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Tool Kit for Surface Prep

The tool kit I recommend includes a mix of abrasive (sanding) tools and edge (cutting) tools. The criteria these tools must check include versatility and …

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