Online Extras for the April 2009 issue include a video about how to use glue for veneering, full-size patterns of the top and bottom side profiles of the Greene & Greene Medicine Cabinet, additional step photos of the Writing Desk project as a PDF slide show, and more. Read more
Tag Archives: April 2009
Out of the Woodwork: The Allure of the New
If all you have is a hammer, well, you might need another hammer. By Doug Fulkerson Page: 72 From the April 2009 issue #175 Buy this issue now One of my favorite quotes is Baruch’s Observation: If all you have is a hammer, everything looks like a nail. It seems like an accurate observation of … Read more
Grinder Tool Rest Jig
This simple jig makes it easy to set your rest to specific, repeatable angles. By Bruce D. Wedlock Pages: 62-63 From the April 2009 issue #175 Buy this issue now The many articles on sharpening chisels and plane irons always include some discussion of the desirable bevel angle of the blade. For chisels, it ranges … Read more
Twister
This undulating band saw box is simple to make, and it makes a great gift. By David Thiel, Jim Stack & Lois Keener Ventura Pages: 58-61 From the April 2009 issue #175 Buy this issue now Yes, you could say building this box is like dancing. Your partner is that beautiful wood you’ve just found … Read more
Carving Spanish Feet
A Delaware Valley foot and a Pennsylvania ring-and-vase turning combine to develop a period-style design. By Charles Bender Pages: 55-57 From the April 2009 issue #175 Buy this issue now Years ago, when I first began my business as a period furniture maker, a close friend and mentor jumped on board to help kick off … Read more
Plunge-cut Saws
These saws are the best for breaking down sheet goods, if that’s one of your shop chores. But you’ll need to dig into the features to make your purchase decision. By Glen D. Huey Pages: 50-53 From the April 2009 issue #175 Buy this issue now Since DeWalt and Makita entered the United States plunge-cut … Read more
Providence Writing Desk
Gentle curves and elegant details provide a place to get work done in style. By Mario Rodriguez Pages: 44-49 From the April 2009 issue #175 Buy this issue now A friend of mine recently moved into a small apartment in Providence and needed a place from which she could pay bills, do paperwork and park … Read more