Fine Woodworking

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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.
Floating-top inspiration

April 13, 2020

Inspired by David Welter's floating-top techniques, Anissa Kapsales assembled a gallery of a few more pieces that can inspire you.
‘You WILL obey the triangle’

March 24, 2020

Unique marking systems are fine – if you're working alone. But in a class setting, Megan Fitzpatrick makes everyone use the marriage marks, for good reason.
Ep 13a: Fitting the door

March 3, 2020

A well-fitting door is something to be proud of. To ensure success, Mike starts off by mounting a hinge strip, and taking the time to make a proper jig for hinge mortising.
Workshop Tip: Use a Pencil Sharpener to Make Tight Plugs in Any Wood

June 6, 2019

Start with a square stick, chamfer it to an octagon, use a pencil sharpener, and presto! You have tight-fitting plugs.
Strong and Stylish Dovetailed Dividers

June 5, 2019

Three options for these classic components of casework
Veneering Curved Doors

April 1, 2019

No-hassle coopering is the core of this low-tech method
Tapered Sliding Dovetails by Hand

February 18, 2019

Specialty plane helps cut this self-locking joint
11 Mortise and Tenon Variations

February 11, 2019

The tried-and-true mortise and tenon comes in many forms
Ep 12a: Rabbeting the Panels and Door Assembly

January 8, 2019

Chris uses rabbet and shoulder planes to create the solid-wood panels for the door, then assembles the door with drawbored mortise and tenons

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