There are a few conversation topics that are inevitable whenever woodworkers get together; “what is your favorite wood species?”, “what is your...
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If you have a cell phone and enjoy music, you need one of these. This passive cell phone amplifier delivers an 8-10 decibel boost to your phone,...
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Epoxy can add amazing details to your work. This live edge charcuterie board is very nice on its own.
Continue ReadingMake a Knife and Wooden Sheath Using a Blade Kit (Part 2 – the Sheath)
In my last blog article, I got this project underway by adding a Cocobolo handle to a 5” Chef’s Knife Kit from Hock Tools.
Continue ReadingMake a Knife and Wooden Sheath Using a Blade Kit (Part 1 – the knife)
Many of us who create projects in the woodshop also like to apply those creative skills in the kitchen. What better way of bringing these two worlds...
Continue ReadingFinger Joints on your CNC Router
Did you know you can cut finger joints on your CNC router? Here’s what you need to know to make this joint.
Continue ReadingOnion Skinning for Small Parts on Your CNC
Onion skinning, leaving a paper-thin bit of material at the bottom of a profile cut, is a great way to keep small parts secure on a CNC router.
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My son asked for a space-saving bed for his college bedroom. He wanted enough built-in storage to eliminate the need for a dresser.
Continue ReadingCNC: Using a Point Roundover Bit
If you’ve ever used a hand-held router or router table you’re probably familiar with roundover bits. They’re great for easing the edges on your...
Continue ReadingThe MANY Advantages of a Smaller Diameter Blade on Your Table Saw
Most woodworkers own a table saw, and the majority of those saws have a 10” blade installed on them.
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