Woodworking Jigs - Page 47 of 93

Clamping Jig for Odd Angles
April 11, 2006

It is frustrating to clamp together two boards precisely at an odd-angled corner. This jig, which can be made quickly from scrap lumber, will help. Cut a generous scrap of…
A Precise Method for Drawing an Ellipse
April 11, 2006

An excellent and common technique for how to draw an ellipse is to use two push pins, a string, and a pencil. Trial and error is often recommended as the…
Jig Sets Up Honing Guide
March 22, 2006

I find it helpful to use a honing guide when sharpening plane blades. But to get the correct sharpening angle with these guides, the blade must extend a specific distance…
Modify a Combination Square for Scribing
March 22, 2006

The combination square is a natural tool for scribing except for a couple of problems. First, the mark made is outside the blade by at least half the width of…
Workshop Tip: Cutting Nylon Rope
March 10, 2006

This smart and quick solution prevents frayed ends on cut rope
Flawless panel glue-ups
March 6, 2006

Essential tips for gluing up panels from narrow boards
Shopmade Planer Table
March 1, 2006

Low-cost, adjustable table prevents snipe
Push Sticks for the Jointer
February 16, 2006

Protect your hands and fingers from spinning knives using a variety of push sticks and push pads.
Tune Up Your Crosscut Sled
February 6, 2006

Make it last and make it safe with a few simple upgrades
Shooting Boards 101
January 15, 2006

Q: I want to use a shooting board to prepare 3/4-in.-thick by 3-in.-wide walnut stock for a mitered frame. I've read that shooting boards are appropriate for trimming miters on small parts, but…

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