What to Do When Disaster Strikes – Part 357
One of my woodworking instructors years ago liked to reassure students by saying “Anyone can build furniture, but it takes …
“There’s a great future in plastics … think about it.”
Mr. Robinson saw the signs in 1967, and I lived it in the 70’s building restaurant fixtures and lots …
Improve Your CNC: Introducing Grids
Video: How I use a grid system to make digital woodworking easier CNCs are wonderful machines. For woodworkers who want …
Build a Router Bit Storage Case – I Can Do That!
I am happy to share my latest I Can Do That! build with all of you! In this episode, I …
An Economy Tri-bolt for Folding Stools
Three-legged folding stools need a “tri-bolt” to allow the legs to fold in and out. Years ago, Tandy Leather offered …
Milling Your Own Lumber Series Starts Today
Milling your own lumber gives you total control (beyond what nature provides, of course) over the wood that you’ll use …
A Non Oily Lubricant for Drilling and More
Most lubricants are associated with oil, wax and grease, substances that are hard to remove from wooden surfaces. When drilling …
Oil and Wiping Varnish Finishes: How Many Coats Should You Apply?
The instructions for applying oil and wiping-varnish finishes are usually to wipe or brush on a wet coat, wait a …
A Visit to the Wharton Esherick House
This summer I spent a couple of weeks driving around the East Coast delivering furniture, giving talks related to English …
