David Heim

David Heim joined the Fine Woodworking staff in late 2005, following a 28-year career as an editor at Consumer Reports magazine. An avid wood turner, he usually can be found at the lathe.

Adventures in Broadcasting
April 13, 2009

How work intersected with radio listening and TV viewing twice in one week.
Master turner David Ellsworth to receive major Smithsonian award
April 10, 2009

One of the most successful woodturners in modern times earns a Masters of the Medium Award.
Making Molding with a Stanley #55
March 27, 2009

A classic but cantankerous plane behaves long enough to run molding for a small cabinet.
My Next Project
March 18, 2009

A basic cabinet provides an excuse to try out an old handplane
More Inspiration from Bob Stocksdale
March 6, 2009

A new book showcases the work of this major woodturner and gives unique insights into his approach to the craft
Welcome to a New Woodworking Journal
February 27, 2009

The Guild of New Hampshire Woodworkers bucks a trend and launches a new quarterly publication.
Six Ways to Hold a No. 1 Plane
February 24, 2009

An tongue-in-cheek guide to handling a tiny tool
Inspiration: Bob Stocksdale
February 12, 2009

Conscious and subconscious sources for woodturnings
A Few Words in Favor of Small Tools
January 30, 2009

An avid woodworker explains why his favorite hand tools are on the small side.
This Finish Stinks!
January 23, 2009

An easy-to-apply finish has an unwelcome side effect

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