Whenever I think of brilliant jig making, Ramon Valdez always comes to mind. Ramon devises, and graciously shares, so many creative solutions for all sorts of woodworking jigs. His YouTube channel and Instagram is a wealth of information. I especially love his endless use of magnets and his “prairie dogs”: retractable benchdogs that utilize “push to open” cabinet hardware. I spotted these at the International Woodworking Fair in 2022:

This compilation is full of all sorts of shop solutions, from work-holding clamps to a curved platen that you can attach to your belt sander. I love the amount of detail he puts into his jigs, even that he takes the time to lacquer the ones he uses often. This is just the first part of an ongoing series. I hope you enjoy.

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