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Precision Drilling Repetitive Hole Patterns

Steve Shanesy — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:08:33 +0000

Years ago, when I was woodworking as a full-time occupation, I remember a couple jobs in particular that required me to set up a drill press to drill a sequence of holes where accuracy was a must. One job was producing prototype cabinets for JBL, the company that makes speakers. The cabinets were intended to … Read more »

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I Can Do That: Hanging Shelves

Megan Fitzpatrick — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:43:10 +0000

Get a period look with big box materials.by Megan Fitzpatrick pages 23-23From the April 2012 issue, #196The inspiration for this small hanging set of shelves is a late 18th- to early 19th-century (circa 1775-1825) English dovetailed version in oak with a dark finish. I wanted to replicate the look as much as possible using the I Can Do That tool set and big-box stock, so I adjusted the dimensions to fit dimensional lumber, and, after the construction was done, sanded the edges heavily to impart a well-worn look. I then applied a somewhat distressed finish (more on that later).Download the PDF of this article for the drawing and cutlist: HangingShelvesPlan: Download the free SketchUp model for the Hanging Shelves. Articles: All the I Can Do That articles are free online. Read more »

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I Can Do That: Gent’s Chest

Article Index — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 14:15:55 +0000

A simple box for basic household tools.By Megan Fitzpatrick Pages: 58-59From the December 2011 issue #194 Buy this issue nowCommon in the 19th-century, a “Gentleman’s Tool Chest” typically contained a set of fancy household tools including the first “multi-tools” – a handsome handle into which a variety of tools including gimlets, drivers, chisels and the like could be fitted. The chest might also include a small brass-backed saw, a filigreed square, dividers, a brass hammer and more – “showcase tools” for the squire who simply liked to putter around the house. BLOG: Discover more about period Gentleman’s Chests. PLAN: Download the free SketchUp plan. ARTICLES: All the “I Can Do That” articles are free online. Read more »

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I Can Do That: Tool Tote

Megan Fitzpatrick — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:05:51 +0000

Wedged through-tenons keep this handle secure.By Megan Fitzpatrick Pages: 58-60From the November 2011 issue #193 Buy this issue nowWhether you’re using it for woodworking tools or garden tools, a tote is a simple and quick project. It’s so simple, in fact, that I decided to add a wee degree of difficulty with a curved handle secured in place by wedged through-tenons. And, I wrapped the handle with suede for a more comfortable and secure grip.I Can Do That-ToolTote.PDFPLAN: Download the free SketchUp plan for the Tool Tote. ARTICLES: All the I Can Do That articles are free online. Read more »

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