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How to Cut a Mortise and Tenon by Hand
December 1, 2017

A mortise gauge and mortise chisel are keys to helping make this time-tested joint.
Handwork: Cutting the mitered bridle joint
February 6, 2017

Synopsis: This joint combines the beauty of a miter with the strength of a bridle joint. Chris Gochnour demonstrates how to lay out and cut the mitered bridle joint, which…
Cutting the bridle joint
September 29, 2016

Synopsis: A strong joint that’s widely used in door and face frames, the bridle joint is simple in its anatomy and execution. A tenon on the rail fits an open-ended…
Mitered Dovetails
February 10, 2016

A bit of chisel work adds sophistication to a mitered dovetail joint.
Inlay a Compass Rose
December 2, 2015

Simple technique for a classic motif
Cutting the Half-Lap
December 2, 2015

Accurate layout makes sawing and paring lap joints easier.
Essential Hand-Tool Kit
October 28, 2015

Furniture maker Dan Faia's comprehensive list of tools is a good starting point for any aspiring hand-tool woodworker.
The Secret to Better Chiseling
July 29, 2015

Take light cuts with a chisel to increase precision and preserve the keen cutting edge.
How To Build Frame-and-Panel Doors by Hand
July 30, 2014

Strengthen cabinet doors with haunched through-tenons
How to Use Dividers
June 4, 2014

Divide and conquer distances with speed and precision with this simple layout tool.

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