How to build a Cutting Multiple Pieces
My trick is to use a crosscut sled with stop blocks that automatically set up the workpiece for the cut I need....
How to build a Depth Gauge
Turning bowls is both rewarding and tense. Often one is tempted to stop earlier than needed, or is fooled into thinking the bowl is thinner on the bottom than it really is. A bowl with a heavy bottom has its place, but more often than not it leads to a clunky feeling. Determining bottom thickness is...
How to build a Disk Flattener
Sanding discs tend to curl up when not in use. I find this a real hassle when trying to place a PSA (pressure sensitive adhesive) or hook and loop disc on my sander, especially if I dont get it on straight the first time. ...
How to build a Door - Coved on The Tablesaw
Make beautiful raised panels without a router table and expensive bits. The tool of choice for most small-shop woodworkers who want to make raised panels is the router. But what if you just want to make one or two raised-panel doors, say for a bathroom vanity, a small cabinet, or a jewelry box? With...
How to build a Double Acting Forge Bellows
Here is one of my double acting bellows that I made to provide the air blast for my forge. I have found that the double acting bellows provides the most controllable air for the forge...
How to build a Double Twisted Dovetail Joint
I don it through. I was thinking idly about it one day, and realised that the joint was probably feasible. I experimented with pieces of pine and solved the conundrum. .....
How to build a Dowel Making Jig
About twenty years ago, Woodsmith Magazine published a drawing for an ingenious dowel-making system in their readerike a charm. Itan cylinder. Another block (or two) farther out prevents the dowel from whipping as it spins. This archived free woodworking plans and woodworkers projects PDF page is co...
