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Willie Sandry

Willie Sandry is a Freelance Writer for all the major woodworking magazines, woodworker, crafter and upholsterer. He likes honestly built furniture that shows its true structure. He prefers strong, well-engineered joinery that will last for years to come. "From dabbling with my own small-scale lumber kiln, to milling and joinery, I enjoy every facet of the design and construction process." Find him on his YouTube Channel, The Thoughtful Woodworker
The Duality of Woodworking Tools
By Willie Sandry on October 5, 2022

The nice thing about having a well-equipped woodworking shop is the versatility of the tools at your disposal. In my shop, I like the way a good...

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Tips On How To Make An End Grain Cutting Board
By Willie Sandry on September 15, 2022

A cutting board might be one of the very first projects you tackle as a woodworker, but have you ever made an end grain cutting board? They make an...

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Eight Key Fundamentals Woodworkers Must Know
By Willie Sandry on August 31, 2022

1. Mortise before TenonIt’s the quintessential order of operations in woodworking, and it’s nearly always true. Usually, you’ll cut the mortise...

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Simple Hacks to Common Woodworking Mistakes
By Willie Sandry on August 24, 2022

Sometimes mistakes happen. No matter how careful you are, if you’ve been a woodworker for a while, you know mistakes are sort of unavoidable...

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Tablesaw Hacks: How To Make A Tenoning Jig
By Willie Sandry on August 4, 2022

If you’ve made many tenons on the tablesaw, you know there are a several common ways to get the job done. One is simply to use a dado blade and miter...

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All The Basics About Bandsaw Blades
By Willie Sandry on August 1, 2022

Most woodworkers I know put one blade on the bandsaw and keep it there.Maybe that’s because they don’t have a good selection of blades, or maybe...

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Why You Need A Crosscut Sled For Your Table Saw: Dual Version
By Willie Sandry on July 19, 2022

The single most used table saw accessory in my shop is a crosscut sled. I named it the X-Cut sled because the cutouts to reduce panel weight resemble...

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How To Make A Spline Box Using Your Tablesaw
By Willie Sandry on July 5, 2022

Make this decorative splined box with only one power tool – a tablesaw!This figured maple keepsake box features an aromatic cedar bottom, and walnut...

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Five Woodworking Jigs and Fixtures For Bandsaws, Tablesaws, and Routers
By Willie Sandry on June 15, 2022

What are the top jigs and fixtures used in a well-equipped woodshop? In addition to a solid assortment of quality power tools, you’ll want to...

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Woodworking Joints For Cabinet Drawers
By Willie Sandry on June 6, 2022

If you build furniture long enough, you’ll encounter a need to build drawer boxes. Want to tackle a home renovation involving cabinets? You’ll need...

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