Keepsake Box: Completing The Cap

Heirloom Project

Keepsake Box

Part 9: Adding Handle

The keepsake box is nearing completion. In details of craftsmanship, Phil shares a few techniques for creating a shapely handle to wrap up the lid.

Heirloom Project

Keepsake Box

Part 8: Completing The Cap

The two-part, contrasting lid is almost complete on the keepsake box. All that remains is to trim the cap to final size. See the details of craftsmanship to learn how to get a great result.

Shop Project

Swing Drawer Storage Cart

Part 5: Bin Storage System

Plastic storage bins let you corral all kinds of hardware and shop supplies. In the shop project, Bryan shows how to make your own racks to organize a large number of bins.

Shop Tip

Spline Trimming Jig

Adding splines to a miter joint is a great way to increase strength and the appearance of a small box. Trimming those splines can be a bit of a challenge, though. Here's a clever way to get the job done.

Talking Shop

Better Templates For Routing

Using a template, router, and flush-trim bit is a great technique for creating complex or multiple project parts. Bryan and Phil talk about what makes an effective template for getting top-notch results.

Shop Tip

Band Saw Zero Clearance Table

Cutting curves is an ideal task for the band saw. Phil shows how to get even better results by making a simple addition to the table.