• Shops As Refuge

In his editorial last time out, Rob paid homage to time in the shop by referring to it as a refuge -- a concept that struck a chord with several of our readers.

• Tomboy Tools: Building Confidence with Better Tools, Know-how

Empowering women to use tools and tackle projects one party at a time.

• Can Maple be Stained to Match Oak?

Can Maple be Stained to Match Oak?

• How Can Bevel-ripping Feel Safer on My Saw?

How Can Bevel-ripping Feel Safer on My Saw?

• What's the Difference Between Rasps and Floats?

What's the Difference Between Rasps and Floats?

• Squirrel Condo

• Toy Bulldozer and Clock

• Wooden Stairway

• Beauty as You Behold It

• Mark DelGuidice: Secret Codes and Unique Pieces

Mark DelGuidice, with his trademark carved hieroglyphs, says he works "at the intersection of arts and crafts and design."

• Woodworker’s Journal’s New Tool Maintenance App

Tool care guide for a shop's major machinery is now available for your iPad.

• Abranet Sandpaper Replacement

• Making Miniature Rulers

• Roller Stand Outfeed Support

• Why Do You Do Woodwork? (Plus: Pinch Dogs)

With Rob's editorial last time out, and the resulting conversation going on over in our Feedback section about shops as a place of refuge, it seemed appropriate to highlight this discussion about just why an individual woodworker would choose to pursue the hobby.

• Amana High Mirror Finish Spiral Ball Nose Router Bits

• Rockler I-Semble Shelf Blocks in New Sizes

• Workshop Detachable Blower Vac