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A Trick for Cutting Smooth Curves on the Bandsaw

Using the back edge of the bandsaw blade to pivot through curves leads to less waste and more accurate cuts

How to upholster a slip seat

Michael Mascelli demonstrates how to create a finished, professional-looking upholstered slip seat.

Japanese joinery in practice

The Japanese craft of tekizami, hand preparation of timber by craftspeople, is not commonly seen in great detail by other than the masters who build with it.

Kerf-bent wall cabinet

Philip Morley's small wall cabinet has sides that curve inward at the top, with an asymmetrical arrangement of drawers, door, and open shelves.

5 spectacular Japanese joints

Learn how these joints go together and why they were used

Recent How-To Stories

Using a dowel plate to peg a Shaker cat table

September 28, 2021

One chonk of a cat, one bedside table, and a great lesson in reinforcement and dowels.
On Making Chairs Comfortable

September 27, 2021

How to fit the seat to the sitter.
Shop Class: Offset Turning with Beth Ireland

September 9, 2021

Replay! Join renowned turner and beloved teacher Beth Ireland for this webinar as she demystifies offset turning.
Tips and Tricks for Handplaning

August 30, 2021

Tips and techniques for jointing edges, cleaning up end grain, and for smoothing surfaces.
How I choose the finish for a job

August 23, 2021

Appearance is just the first of many factors Nancy Hiller considers.
Step-by-Step Guide to Tuning Handplanes

August 23, 2021

How to tune up a handplane to get perfect results.
Steam-bend a spiral

August 20, 2021

Helical legs and a conical shade combine in a beautiful lamp.
Block plane meets the lathe

August 18, 2021

After using gouges to take square stock close to its finished form, Mario Rodriguez often relies on a block plane to achieve a smooth taper when turning.
How to make banding

August 18, 2021

Pete Michelinie's shares his techniques for creating a timeless furniture element.
How to Create a Charred Wood Furniture Finish

August 12, 2021

Christopher Miano shares an ancient Japanese technique that preserves wood by charring the surface.