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Red Oak vs. White Oak
September 29, 2023

Learn where each works best, and how to identify them like a pro
How to make a better V-block
September 25, 2023

Use construction lumber and screws from the hardware store to clamp round workpieces more securely
Ep 4: Chamfering the back posts
August 23, 2023

Dan lays out the iconic chamfers to the Queen Anne chair and then cuts them using little more than a chisel.
How to sharpen odd shaped tools
August 22, 2023

Sandpaper, dowels, and wood scraps solve unique sharpening challenges
Carve spoons from pre-bent blanks
August 4, 2023

Steam, a vise, and a handful of edge tools make the process fast and fun
How to refurbish a vintage plane
August 3, 2023

Toolmaker Eleanor Rose shows how to refurbish a block plane, a good place to start because these tools are plentiful and a shop staple.
What if you don’t have a Domino?
August 2, 2023

Some ideas and tips regarding alternative joining techniques
Our favorite mortising jigs
August 2, 2023

The Fine Woodworking staff shares some of their favorite mortising jigs covered in the magazine and website.
Ep 5: Preparing for drawing, and thinking about joinery
August 1, 2023

Dan demonstrates one of the beautiful things about full-size drawings—working out all of the joinery, in reality.
Ep 4: Taking useful photos of a piece
August 1, 2023

Taking the right photos of a museum piece could save you from a lot of hassle later. In this episode, Dan demonstrates how he makes sure he has the shot he needs.

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