Edition #238.1
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Edition #238.1
July 11, 2018
Designer's Notebook
Chisel Case
Some tools are worth taking special care of, like chisels for example. Chris Fitch shows off a couple chisel cases Woodsmith has featured in the past. It all leads up to a brand-new design that has a tambour door.
Woodworking Technique
Hand-Cut Tenons
Learning how to make a mortise and tenon joint is an essential woodworking skill. Logan Wittmer shares his approach to cutting a tenon with hand tools.
Shop Tip
Finishing Turntable
Easily getting to all sides of a project is a must for getting small projects completed. This easy-to-build project rotates on common hardware so you can apply even coats of finish.
Edition #238.2
July 18, 2018
Designer's Notebook
Wood Hinge Cabinet
Wall cabinets contain a lot of woodworking skills in a small package. Chris Fitch shows off his latest project and talks about the process of design and how the details all relate to each other.
Shop Tip
Plywood Edge Clamps
Thin strips of wood easily conceal and protect the edges of plywood panels. The trick is clamping it for a seamless connection. Thankfully, the solution is making an addition to common spring clamps.
Edition #238.3
July 25, 2018
Woodworking Technique
All About Wax
Wax is one of the oldest and easiest to use finishes. Woodworker and beekeeper Logan Wittmer shares how he puts beeswax to work in his shop.
Great Gear
Hearing Protection
Over time, the noise from power tools can damage your hearing permanently. John Doyle covers a few options for saving your hearing. You're sure to find something that will work for you.
Shop Tip
Small Parts Holder
There's no one-size-fits-all storage solution for the odds and ends hardware that people collect. This version uses toy wood wheels, and pill bottles to create a compact solution for small amounts of hardware.
Edition #238.4
Aug. 1, 2018
Woodworking Technique
Wood Hinges
You can make a wood hinge of any length with this easy-to-follow approach. Chris Fitch shows how to get the jog done at the table saw and router table. The result adds visual impact and a sturdy connection to your projects.
Shop Tip
Pocket Hole Jig & Clamp Holder
Using a pocket hole jig speeds up the construction of a project. Find a place to set up the jig? That's a different story. Try this approach to storing and using your pocket hole jig to save time and space.
Edition #238.5
Aug. 8, 2018
Shop Project
Chisel Case Part 1
Follow this plan to build a chisel case for your chisels. Editor Logan Wittmer shows the woodworking techniques to make a case with a tambour lid.
Designer's Notebook
Dressing Table
Storage and organization are at the heart of a modern dressing table. Designer Dennis Volz walks through the decisions around form and function for this unique piece.
Shop Tip
Spare Change Spacer
Tension in wood can lead to the workpiece pinching the blade on your band saw, which could lead to a stall and burned edges. See how to prevent the problem with a spare coin.
Edition #238.6
Aug. 15, 2018
Shop Project
Chisel Case Part 2
The standout feature of the chisel case project is the tambour lid. Logan Wittmer walks through the process of making the lid and ensuring it slides smoothly in the track.
Shop Tip
Dowel Tenon & Groove
When most of your projects use straight, square parts, working with dowels and other round stock can through you for a loop. Here's a simple add-on for your table saw to make smooth, crisp tenons and grooves.