Woodworkers have become very intrigued by the prospect of working with log “cookies.” They’re using small-scale versions as centerpieces on tables...
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CNC: Relief Cut Lettering
Making signs on your CNC router? Incorporating relief cuts, so letters and objects are raised in the final piece, creates a very attractive look.
Continue ReadingTune Your Jointer for Peak Performance
My jointer is one of the most heavily used tools in my shop. I use it for everything from face jointing rough stock, edge jointing to glue up panels,...
Continue ReadingWhich Finishes are Best for a Cutting Board?
Most woodworkers make a cutting board at one point or another. Some of us even get addicted to making these simple but beautiful accept pieces to...
Continue ReadingHow to Make Easy DIY Curvy Inlay Cutting Boards on a Bandsaw
Here’s a fun project that looks challenging and draws lots of accolades from customers and admirers, but it’s actually a pretty simple cutting board...
Continue ReadingHow to Turn a Goblet with Captive Rings
A turned goblet with two captive rings is a traditional wedding gift in Irish culture. Turning a wooden ringed goblet or chalice is a VERY fun...
Continue ReadingReplacing Bandsaw Tires – Easier Than You Might Think
Bandsaw tires are an important contributor to the performance and precision that you expect from your bandsaw.
Continue ReadingSlicing Logs into Lumber on your Bandsaw
Every time I hear about a tree that has to come down in my neighborhood, my immediate thought is “cha-ching!” because chances are good that I will...
Continue ReadingHow to Cut Acrylic on a CNC Router
The best thing about CNC routers is that they can be used to cut and engrave a wide range of materials besides wood.
Continue ReadingThree DIY Woodworking Gifts
With Father’s Day, a birthday or a special occasion just around the corner, finding the perfect gift for your loved one can seem stressful.
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