What a beautiful slab of wood! This is a bookmatched slab, meaning it’s made up of two pieces that are mirror images of each other. Here’s how to...
Continue ReadingBandsaw Circle Cutting Jig
Most woodworkers find the need to cut circles at some point, and there are multiple ways to accomplish the task. Router jigs are useful, but produce...
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When pieces are too big to be face jointed, but need to be flattened, winding sticks are a huge problem solver. This low-tech device, used in...
Continue ReadingTips for Turning Large Bowls on a Midi Lathe
Woodturning has become one of the most popular crafts in recent years, and many woodturners start their journey by purchasing a midi lathe. Why not?...
Continue ReadingCNC: Cutting 3D Clipart
3D clipart is a wonderful way to enhance your CNC work. With the correct choice of toolpath and bits you can easily get incredibly detailed results.
Continue ReadingMaintaining Cast Iron Surfaces
Shop chores aren’t usually at the top of my list, but when I do get around to them, I’ll treat my cast iron tops to reduce friction and help prevent...
Continue ReadingCNC-Cut Hex Driver Tray
Don’t leave all those hex drivers rattling around in a drawer. If you have a CNC router you can easily make a tray for them. Having them standing on...
Continue ReadingTips for Turning End Grain Bowls
The majority of wooden bowls are turned with the grain orientation such that it runs horizontally through the finished piece, with end grain...
Continue ReadingNo-Miter Picture Frames
If you never got comfortable cutting perfect miters, or you simply want to make a picture frame with a little different look, this project is for you.
Continue ReadingTurn a Giant Snowman
A fun winter project for any woodturner is to turn a snowman. I often times turn a smaller snowman as a warm-up exercise while I’m getting ready to...
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