One of the strongest joints in woodworking is the Mortise and Tennon joint. It has been used for centuries and can me a using a number of techniques. In this video, Chris explores a technique using a drill press and hand tools.
Sometimes you have a spot in your house that is too small for anything. Here is a possible solution for that unused space. This tall and narrow bookcase is double sided and revolves on a large Lazy Susan and is secured to the ceiling for stability. Fun project, lots of style flexibility, years of enjoyment.
Zero Clearance inserts for your table saw improve safety and cut quality. Chris walks you through the process of how he makes them.
For a REALLY custom look on your cabinets and furniture, try your hand at a carved handle or pull. The drawer/door handle (pull) is the one object everyone will touch and feel on your cabinets. If you want your cabinet to stand out, take a look at this video and watch as David Reilly walks you through the process of carving this leaf shaped pull.
These turned oil lamps make great gifts and lend themselves to a lot of creativity in design. Dick Sing demonstrated the process of making these lamps and provides some examples to spark your creativity. If you are looking for a new project, this is it!
Fine joinery requires tight fits and accurate cutting and more often than not, you are working in tolerances of a few thousandths of an inch. Many woodworkers get by on feel and intuition etc. However, for the rest of us, we use tools that help us measure to these accuracies. The dial (or digital) caliper is one such tool that not only measures, but is also a GREAT layout tool.
Make this sturdy shop stool for your workshop. Features a comfortable solid wood seat that rotates, a foot rest that is at a comfortable height and a distinctive hand made look. Take a load off and spend more time COMFORTABLY in your shop.
Learn how to make these attractive serving trays for your home. These are not only attractive, they are functional and show off a variety of your woodworking skills. Make some for yourself or better yet, make some as gifts to friends and family.
Molding planes are fantastic tools that are deeply imbedded in the traditions of woodworking. Making custom planes is certainly a skill serious woodworkers should consider learning. David Reilly walks you through the entire process in this two part video.
Part 2 of 2... Molding planes are fantastic tools that are deeply imbedded in the traditions of woodworking. Making custom planes is certainly a skill serious woodworkers should consider learning. David Reilly walks you through the entire process in this two part video.
This project started out as a request from a friend for a stand to display valuable books at the entrance to a home. Its design lends itself as a Lectern, Podium, Book Stand, and probably more. Even if you are not interested in making this, there are plenty of techniques that can be learned in this video. Take a break, and follow along as Chris walks you through the processes involved in this project.
Resurrected from the Woodworking At Home Magazine.
In this video on Mortising, the Drill Press and Hollow Chisel Mortising machines are explained and demonstrated. With so many options, there is no excuse to not work with these very strong joints.
Resurrected from the Woodworking At Home Magazine.