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Jig for Fitting a Curved Chair Splat
January 31, 2012

Building a chair with a curved back splat is challenging work, in part because the splat itself is tricky to fit. The tenons at the splat’s top and bottom aren’t…
Versatile Pivoting Planing Stop
January 31, 2012

This workbench jig is adjustable to handle any planing angle you may need.
Playing-Card Profile Gauge is a Good Deal
January 31, 2012

I like to keep a deck or two of old playing cards handy in the shop for use as shims, but they also make a terrific gauge for copying molding…
Cut Cauls when Cutting Box Joints
January 31, 2012

The clamping cauls will make the glue-up easier.
Miniature Drive Center for the Lathe
January 31, 2012

I recently needed to turn some small pedestal feet for a jewelry box but didn’t have a drive center small enough to turn the 1⁄2-in. shank on the foot. To…
Golf Ball Markers Give Your Finishing a Lift
January 31, 2012

To apply finish neatly to panel edges or to spray both sides of a piece quickly and easily, it helps to raise the workpiece above the work surface on small,…
Table Saws Under Siege
December 8, 2011

U.S. government considers flesh-sending technology for all tablesaws, but is that feasible?
New Table Saw Regulations for 2012?
December 8, 2011

Will 2012 usher in new regulations leading to higher-priced tablesaws? Read our roundup and take your best guess.
Sharpening Jig for Planer Knives
December 8, 2011

Learn how to sharpen your planer knive in-place with this shop-made jig
Upgrade Your Router with Shop-Built Bases
December 8, 2011

Four custom bases unlock the tool's versatility.

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