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Restoring An Old Plane
An antique dealer’s secret formula for turning gunk into glow. I’ll bet you’ve got an old, tarnished plane sitting somewhere in your shop. Maybe it was your grandfather’s tool–one he…
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Magnetic Clamping Pads
C-clamps can make nasty dents that are tough to sand out. Pads or block will prevent this, but they’re often awkward to hold in place while you tighten the clamps….
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Carbon Method BenchNuts Review
Tool: BenchNuts Shop Now Manufacturer: Carbon Method MSRP: $24.99 I’m a huge fan of bench stand-offs. I use them constantly—for... -
Scandinavian Grind Skew Chisel
This tool is a carver’s dream, but it had to be saved from history first. There is an unfortunate reality... -
ShopNotes Podcast Episode 262: I Don’t Hear Wood Getting Cut
On this episode of the ShopNotes Podcast, Phil, Logan, and John discuss listener questions and comments and talk about their...
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The Splinter Report: February 13th
Welcome to The Splinter Report, where I gather the assorted interesting and amusing things I’ve seen in the woodworking world.... -
Perfect Pairing
There are lots of ways to observe Valentine’s Day, but “couples woodworking” never occurred to me. It did, however, occur at HatchSpace,... -
Flash Sale: Grab the Pattern Maker’s Vise Before It’s Sold Out!
If you’ve followed my posts for a while, you know I am a huge advocate for the Pattern Maker’s Vise... -
Gimbal Jig
How to use a plunge router to scoop out a curved seat. OK, How do you make a concave seat?... -
Planning for Success
It always stirs up an uproar when we post a question online about the usefulness of the project cut lists... -
Online Extras April 2026 #288
Here are the online extras for the April 2026 issue of Popular Woodworking Magazine. Interested in having the magazine delivered...
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Beyond the Big-Box Catalog: The Hunt for Quality Box Locks
When you pour dozens of hours into a specialized woodworking project, the last thing you want to do is compromise... -
ShopNotes Podcast Episode 261 — Is It Wrong?
The team discusses the concept of design and adaptation in woodworking projects, both in the shop and in furnituremaking. Head... -
The Splinter Report: February 6th
Welcome to The Splinter Report, where I gather the assorted interesting and amusing things I’ve seen in the woodworking world.... -
Neander-Tools
Woodworking has been around a long time; much longer than your dad’s garage shop, Medieval times or even ancient Rome. ... -
Textured Walnut Wall Cabinet
This simple cabinet is elevated by thoughtful details. When you get right down to it, a wall cabinet is basically... -
Foredom Angle Grinder Head Review
Tool: 2″ Angle Grinder Attachment Shop Now Manufacturer: Foredom MSRP: $144.30+ Ironically, some of the most versatile tools in the...
