Blog Series

First project, a sewing box

5 entries

Part 3: Handles

I had the bright idea to put some handles in the top boxes to make it easier to open the sewing box. I also thought the handles should be made of c...

Part 4: Coming together, and cantilevers

I put one coat of Minwax Natural stain on the boxes and lid frames. It highlighted the grain perfectly so I’m stopping there. I really like the way...

Part 5: FInally finished

I made a lot of mistakes along the way, and it’s not perfect, but for a first project, I’m happy with it. I learned a lot along the way, so next ti...

Patio Table

Part 1: an idea is born

Two years ago our glass patio table broke; last year, we did without a patio table; this year I want one again and so I started checking out the fl...

WoodworkingWeb Awards - Glorious Grain

Part 1: Announcement

We are pretty excited to announce you the very first WoodworkingWeb Quarterly Awards! Theme – Glorious Grain Wood grain is a vital part of wood and...

Part 2: Cast Your Votes and Win a T-shirt!

Our Glorious Grain Awards entry period is over and we ended up with 12 amazing entries. Now it’s time to pick your top 5 list and cast your votes. ...

Part 3: And the Winners Are ...

Our very first Awards are behind us and I think that they were pretty successful. You submitted 12 beautiful entries. Thank you all for submitting ...

Shop Tips and Gadgets

Part 1: Fresh Air Supply on the Cheap

Back in my boat building days I periodically had the need to spray some very toxic paints. A fresh air supply is highly recommended for these occas...

Vintage Tools...Still the best choice

Part 1: The table saw...

Probably the most important tool in the shop, next to yourself with a relaxing beverage, is the table saw. As most, I drool over the new Unisaw, th...

Plane Jack

Part 1: Opening scene: Rescued from the back shelves.

I was able to convince Pete, who runs the workshop where I spend time refurbishing tools on Tuesdays, that I could find this little fella a good ho...

My beginners workshop

2 entries

Part 1: In the beginning...

There was filth and stink. I bought this property from my neighbor. She had nine cats and two dogs living in a 14 × 60 mobile home. She wasn’t the ...

Part 2: How it looks today

Here are some shot of how it looks today. There is a lot left to do. I have to get it organized again and get rid of some of the demolition and con...

Plane restores

1 entry

Part 1: G Davies Infill Plane

See the complete story here Some time ago I got and infill from an LJ friend Jamie asking me if I wanted an infill plane that needed some love. Of ...

Wood Shop Furniture

Part 1: Planer Table/Cabinet

I’ve been WW-ing almost 4- years and my first project was building infeed/outfeed ramps for my lunchbox planer. I built it on a 1/2 sheet of 3/4 pl...