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Edition #269.1

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Edition #269.1

Shop Project

Building an Assembly Table, Part 1

No matter what size project you're building, this assembly table makes it easy to put it together. Raise or lower the table to hold projects at a comfortable working height. And flip up two wings to expand the work surface.

Turner's Corner

As The Burl Turns

In this episode of Turner's Corner, Logan goes step-by-step from Elm Burl to creating an aesthetic, hollow-form vase.

Edition #269.2

Shop Tip

Edge Sanding Block

Hardwood edging is a beautiful addition to the functionality of plywood. However, sanding that edge can be an issue — it’s not easy to hit the edging while avoiding the plywood. For that, a simple sanding block can be the answer.

Shop Project

Building an Assembly Table, Part 2

With the adjustable base of the assembly table complete, Rob is ready to move on to the top and wings. After a coat of paint for protection and style this project will be complete and ready to wheel into the shop for use.

Edition #269.3

Designer's Notebook

Rustic Wall Shelf

This compact shelf has a big impact with its country-flavored cutouts, two shelves, and a pair of drawers. It’s the ideal small project.

Shop Tip

Preventing Hardware Fugitives

I was getting tired of finding all of my hardware mixed together when the plastic dividers in this organizer case would rattle out of place. Here is a simple solution to make sure they stay seated and organized.

Edition #269.4

Weekend Project

Mission-Style Insulated Door

Logan has a clever process for building a set of good-looking, insulated sliding barn doors. It's a quick and inexpensive project you could complete in a weekend.

Designer's Notebook

Sandpaper Tote

With five trays and a built-in cutting board, this compact tote keeps your hand sanding supplies ready to go.

Edition #269.5

Designer's Notebook

Enfield Dresser

Inspired by a classic Shaker chest, Dillon's version scales down the size and leans into the bright historic colors and unique drawer arrangement.

Shop Tip

Hardwood Z-Clips

Accounting for the ways wood moves is one thing that often crosses my mind when working on a project. The shop-made fasteners you see here are my answer for attaching solid-wood tops.

Edition #269.6

Shop Tip

Plywood Edge Veneer

Plywood is a wonderful material for building cabinets, cases, and even tabletops, but it can be a bit of a challenge when it comes to covering the edges. Here is a sure-fire way to match the edgebanding with the<br />face veneer to get great-looking projects.

Shop Project

Just Right Router Table - Part 1

This not-so-big shop machine has everything you need to tackle all your routing tasks. Follow along as Phil gets started on this project build and adds a few twists to suit his needs.

Edition #269.7

Designer's Notebook

Carved Mirror

Hand-carved leaves running around the border and the flower corner blocks make this project a great way to hone your carving skills.

Shop Project

Just Right Router Table - Part 2

After completing the base cabinet and legs of the Just Right Router Table, Phil focuses on building the top and adding a router lift for easy height adjustments.

Edition #269.8

Finishing Room

Secret To Better Staining

Stain is a great way to add color and accentuate the grain of a project, but getting a consistent color throughout the piece can be an issue. This application method can help to get a beautiful finish and as an added bonus save on wasted stain and rags.

Shop Tip

Measure Eraser

I recently found that I needed to remove some pencil marks but didn't have an eraser close-at-hand. Then I discovered that this common tool can act as a makeshift eraser in a pinch.