Reader Submitted
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Better Bench Casters
This reader shares some tips about the best casters to use for a shop’s workbench, including helping turn it into a mobile outfeed table.
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Making a Flush-trimming Router Jig
This reader demonstrates how he created a small base for his palm router to give it a larger footprint for use on bigger jobs.
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A Reminder about Unplugging Safety
Safety first! This reader’s tip will help you remember that every time it’s time to shut down your tools for the day with a handy, easy to see reminder.
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Sharing the Scroll Saw Love
We got an overwhelming response to Rob’s question “Do You Scroll Saw?” Short answer: yes — for a variety of reasons.
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Cherry Baby’s Crib
For his first large-scale furniture project, this reader built a cherry wood crib for his nephew’s first baby.
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Summertime Poetry; Centerboard Update
Reactions to Rob’s summertime woodworking poetry; update on sailboat centerboard.
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Inexpensive Polishing Wheels for Rotary Tools
This reader has found another use for those cheap little felt furniture pads: polishing wheels for his rotary tools.
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A “Simple” Blade Cleaner
Want an easy, nontoxic way to clean your saw blades? This reader has a suggestion on what he uses in his workshop.
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Shop Jigs: Buy or Make?
Readers share their thoughts on whether to buy jigs for their shop, or make them.
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Custom Shop Counters
This reader created three custom counters for a sweets shop in his native Greece. He’s included a link to a step-by-step video to demonstrate his construction.
