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Edition #267.1

Designer's Notebook

Taboret Table

Take a trip down one of the less-traveled roads in Arts & Crafts design. This little gem offers lessons in both pattern routing and seamless joinery.

Furniture Project

Building the Game Box: Part 3

In this final installment of the game box build, Phil completes this project by adding the finish and hardware. .. then it's game on!

Edition #267.2

Designer's Notebook

Coleman-Style Tool Cart

In almost any home shop, three features end up being worth their weight in gold when it comes to shop fixtures. Those usually end up being mobility, storage, and a flat space to work. In this latest project for ShopNotes Magazine, we try to tackle all three challenges.

Furniture Project

Building the Pullman Desk - Part 2

After gluing up and assembling the main case, Phil continues the Pullman Desk build by working on the storage and organization portion of this project.

Edition #267.3

Furniture Project

Building the Pullman Desk - Part 3

Phil takes the next step in building the Pullman Desk by constructing the drawers and fitting them to the cabinet with wood runners. Plus, he adds a custom touch with shop-made wooden pulls.

Designer's Notebook

ShopNotes: Shop Stool

As fun as it is to while away the hours in the shop, it’s a good idea to take a break now and then and Dillon Baker's latest project from ShopNotes Magazine just might do the trick.

Edition #267.4

Designer's Notebook

Deck Planter Bench

Storage, seating, and a built-in planter — this bench has it all. Simple, sturdy construction means you can build it in a weekend and be ready for entertaining.

Shop Tip

Adjustable Bench Stop

Bench dogs are some of the most used accessories in my shop. That said, I often need more stability than one alone can provide. What I came up with is the bench dog stop you see here.

Edition #267.5

Shop Tip

Router Bit Depth Gauge

Setting an accurate depth of cut on a router bit is a fussy task. Precise routing usually takes some test cuts, unless you have a depth gauge. Rather than buy a commercial option though, I figured I could make a better one myself.

Designer's Notebook

Outdoor Chair

Soak up the sun with a cold drink in your hand while sitting in this outdoor chair you can make yourself. Plus, the simple construction means you can get it done quickly.

Edition #267.6

Furniture Project

Building the Pullman Desk - Part 4

Phil completes the construction of the Mario Rodriguez designed Pullman-style Desk from American Woodworker by adding the solid-wood top, back, and Walnut base.

Edition #267.7

Designer's Notebook

Skittles Table

Give game night a boost with a classic English pub game. Building this project involves a little bit of everything: turning, solid wood, plywood, and more.

Talking Shop

Titebond Hide Glue

Most woodworkers are quick to grab the standard PVA wood glue when it comes to assemblies, but hide glue has many benefits that can make it another great option to have in your adhesive arsenal.

Designer's Notebook

Craftsman Blanket Chest

The next project in our Craftsman line of bedroom projects, this chest features solid-wood construction, rugged joinery, and bold lines.

Edition #267.8

Designer's Notebook

Narrow Belt Sander

“Why build a power tool when you can just buy one?” I get that question a lot. The easy answer is to save money. It’s true that the power tools shown in ShopNotes cost far less than commercial versions, but there’s more to it...

Designer's Notebook

Just-Right Workbench

A stout worksurface, plenty of storage, and it all fits into a compact footprint. There’s a lot to love about this eye-catching workbench.