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Designer’s Notebook: The art of turning
May 14, 2020

Max Brosi uses texture, contrast, and the distortion of the wood to bring his ideas forward. Once he knows what the piece is going to say, making it is an enjoyable and often automatic process.
A Quick Way to Clean Up Half-Blind Dovetails
May 12, 2020

Routing away half-blind dovetail waste can be a risky proposition. Mike Pekovich's trick is to add a fence to his router base to prevent routing past the lap line.
Chair Repair: How to Fix a Broken Tenon
May 8, 2020

David Johnson repairs a broken tenon on a Mid-Century classic; a Hans Wegner CH25.
Tips for finding the best grain in a board
May 7, 2020

Mason McBrien's tips will help any woodworker get the most out of their lumber stash–without sacrificing beautiful grain selection.
Breadboard Ends: Loose Splines
April 27, 2020

Gary Rogowski's loose splined breadboard is simpler than most methods and adds decorative possibilities.
Easy-to-build outdoor bench
April 17, 2020

This beginner-level project is a great way to get ready for spring and summer. The plans are so simple that it can be finished in a day, and you won’t need any special tools to get it done.
How to Make Pierced Panels
April 3, 2020

Learn how Brian Newell creates his pieced panels using precision scrollsaw work and delicate carving.
Fuming Wood with Ammonia
April 1, 2020

Chris Gochnour explains how to darken wood without touching it.
Hand-cut dovetails: Now is the perfect time to practice
March 31, 2020

Practicing these skills will help take your mind off of the news, and it's a great way to use up some scraps.
Sharpening: Our favorite articles
March 30, 2020

We’ve gathered a collection of our favorite sharpening articles and videos to get you on the right path to sharp tools.

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