Just in time for Halloween, here’s how to convert pumpkin clipart from the internet to vectors that you can cut on the CNC. And, by choosing...
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Breathing wood dust is a known health hazard, so as woodworkers we owe it to ourselves and our families to invest in proper dust collection. There ...
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The ceramic guide system is the primary reason I selected the 1412 bandsaw. With 5 ceramic points of contact above the table, and 5 points of contact...
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If you have a router table and a tongue and groove router bit set you can easily make frame and panel doors. It’s a simple process and creates a...
Continue ReadingA Better Way to Build a Serving Tray
Many years ago I received an order from a client for a serving tray, and she wanted the popular style where you start with a thick plank and dish out...
Continue ReadingMaking A Box Joint Jig For A Tablesaw
I’ve been using a simple box joint jig for the last 10 years. Calling my old jig simple is an understatement – it was just two scraps of plywood...
Continue ReadingEasy Drawer Corners with Lock Rabbets
I love using this joint on drawers. It’s so fast! With one set up you’ll cut the corner joint and the groove for the drawer bottom. This works great...
Continue ReadingTurning a Large Cherry Burl
Woodturners have a powerful craving for beautiful burls. We can’t walk through the forest, or heck, even drive down the road without being distracted...
Continue ReadingHow To DIY a CNC Router Woven Frame
It’s easy to add a weave pattern to a frame using VCarve Pro to design your CNC project. There are different weaves available, and you can resize...
Continue ReadingTurn a Mallet on a Midi Lathe
Getting into wood turning doesn’t have to be complicated or difficult. Consider turning a few mallets in different sizes and weights for chisel work...
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