Aftermarket Splitters & Riving Knives for Powermatic 66 Table Saw
I recently posted a video to our YouTube channel that discussed proper tightening of a saw blade nut (hand tightened is usually enough) and was surprised by the number of comments...
Surviving A Shop Move 101 – Camille Woodworking
Editor’s note: Bryant documented his move process on his Instagram account, of which I have been a follower for a long time. I asked him to write a blog post...
An Extra-Thin Frame and Panel Back
A current job called for a solid wood frame and panel back that would fit in a 5/16″ rabbet. That’s really thin for a frame-and-panel assembly, at least in my...
Dovetail Angles are Style, Not Substance
For dovetails, I use what I call a “redneck slope” – 1:4 or 14°. I like this slope because I’ve seen it on a lot of vernacular pieces I’ve studied....
Powerless Woodworker – When a Nor’easter Rolls into Town
The latest Nor’easter left us powerless. On Wednesday afternoon we lost electricity to the elements. The snow that began falling that morning didn’t seem that hospitable, to say the least....
Beyond Piston-Fit Drawers and Perfect Dovetails – With Saw, Plane & Chisel
Editor’s note: The following post is from Zachary Dillinger out of his book, With Saw, Plane & Chisel. I’ve wanted to share more of this remarkable text for some time, so we’ve...
Popwood Playback #10 – Best Woodworking Videos of the Week
We tried a new format this week for Popwood Playback. We ended up with a slightly longer video, but we included a pretty in-depth first look at the installation of the...
A Quick Method for Creating Tabletop Buttons
Tabletop buttons are an easy and effective way to attach a table to its base. They allow for seasonal movement as they pivot and slide within their mortise. This video...
The Artisan Process – Woodworking Without Electricity
Editor’s note: You can pick up the Jim Tolpin’s Classics Collection for a great price right now over at ShopWoodworking.com. When I approached the writing of Measure Twice, Cut [...]
Precision Instruments for Woodworkers – Part Four: Recommended Tools
In this series, I’ve covered tools for standardization, tools for measuring and tools for precision. Now, it’s time to bring it all together with a few recommendations for different kinds...
How to Make a Plywood Throat Plate for Band Saws
It is surprising how important is a tight throat plate to ensure successful sawing on the bandsaw. A throat plate with a narrow kerf that flanks the blade neatly will...
Ruskin’s Moral Elements of Gothic: A Foundation of the Arts and Crafts Movement
Kudos to all who accepted last week’s challenge to match features of my recently completed dining table commission with the list of John Ruskin’s “moral elements of [...]
