Chris Schwarz’s Blog
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Campaign Hardware from Whitechapel Ltd.
One of the hardware vendors that is always on my short list is Whitechapel Ltd., [...] -
10 Reasons NOT to Use Liquid Hide Glue for Furniture
A personal list. Your reasons may vary. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. [...] -
Spacing Dovetails with Dividers – a Little History
I’ve always been intrigued about the history of the way some English-trained woodworkers set out [...] - More from Chris Schwarz’s Blog
Editors’ Blog
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The Trouble with VOC-compliant Finishes
When it comes to finish, I want something that is easy to apply, offers a [...] -
Maloof-style Cabinet with Leather Pulls
As a follow-up to a recent post about shop-made leather drawer pulls, I thought I'd [...] -
Two Types of Woodworkers
There are two types of people in the world: those who like to divide human [...] - More from Editors’ Blog
New Projects
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Making Frames
Sooner or later, someone will ask you to make a picture frame. Here is how [...] -
I Can Do That: Message Center
A low-tech solution for a family on the go. By Steve Shanesy Pages: 26-27 The kitchen is the [...] -
I Can Do That: Gent's Chest
A simple box for basic household tools. By Megan Fitzpatrick Pages: 58-59 From the December 2011 issue #194- More from New Projects
Starting Block for the Router Table
Router bits that are guided by ball bearings make it possible to add a profile [...]
Making Frames
Sooner or later, someone will ask you to make a picture frame. Here is how [...]
Modern Wave-form Mouldings
A new method for making an old moulding, and techniques for making multiples quickly. by [...]- More from New Techniques
Other Recent Articles
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New Value Pack: Essentials of Woodworking
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Campaign Pulls from Londonderry Brasses
My credit card is groaning a bit thanks to all the hardware samples I’ve been ordering to find a selection of quality brasses for some Campaign-style pieces I’m building. Today I received a chest pull that I ordered from Londonderry Brasses of Cochranville, Penn. I have some other pieces on order from Londonderry, but this Continue reading»
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Wmsburg Conference Wrap up
My coverage of the conference was hampered by CW's policy of photography for "Personal Use Only." I understand why they are doing this. They don't want the presenters, who may be working on books or videos, to complain about having their content raided by the woodworking paparazzi. On the flip side (my side), attendance will Continue reading»
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A New Bookmark: Hardware City Tools for Totes
When you buy vintage Stanley planes in the wild, one of the most common problems is the tote – and sometimes the knob – are trashed. My first No. 5 had a crude replacement tote that was so poorly rasped that it looked like it was furry. I’d always intended to make a replacement but Continue reading»
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