Woodsmith Tips

April 15, 2026

Easy Precision Miter Box for Clean, Accurate Cuts | FREE PLANS

Make safe, accurate cuts on small workpieces with this adjustable pull saw miter box. Designed for precision and control, it’s a simple shop-made jig that … Watch Video

4 Easy Wood Joinery Methods: Splines, Dowels, Biscuits & Dominoes

Looking for alternatives to screws and traditional woodworking joints? Learn how to use four simple wood joinery methods—splines, dowels, biscuits, and Domino loose tenons—to build …

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Build a Heavy-Duty Sawhorse Workbench for Any Shop

Build a heavy-duty sawhorse workbench designed for strength, portability, and versatility. With rugged joinery and an optional plywood top and shelf, this setup transforms from …

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How To Find The Center of a Dowel

Marking the centerpoint at the end of a dowel takes a bit of time. If you’re only dealing with one, it’s not too bad, but …

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