Rob Johnstone

  • Fair and Fun

    This week, Rob heads to the Fair, harvesting Hickory, making a texturing tool, plus plans for a wine cabinet and a Murphy bed.

  • The Scrap Challenge

    This week, Rob tackles his scrap bin, V-groove bits, fixing dowel pins, plus plans for a Simple Bookcase and a Morris Chair.

  • Exotic, Me?

    This week, Rob works with wenge, exploring drawknives, speed clamping, plus spoon carving and a blanket chest.

  • Inlay Away

    This week, Rob explores inlay techniques, cutting keyholes and measuring epoxy, plus plans for a living room table and lamp.

  • August Already?

    In this issue, Rob turns the calendar page, cutting glass, hiding gaps in molding, plus plans for a plant stand and a vanity.

  • A Slick Finish

    In this issue, Rob discusses his finishing experience, Sam Maloof oil, cabinet scrapers plus plans for your dog and your shoes.

  • An Oily Situation

    In this issue, Rob explores new finishing options, learn about casting, building wall shelving, plus frames for a mirror or clock.

  • Using cutter and straight edge to make segmented mirror

    VIDEO: Cutting Glass or Mirrors

    Rob Johnstone demonstrates the proper and safe way to make segment cuts in large mirror or glass panels for use in smaller projects.

  • One to Eight

    This week, Rob checks out his storage, a Walnut Shelf, Hemlock Lumber, plus plans for a Desk and a Candlestand.

  • Thanks for Sharing!

    This week, Rob reflects on pocket hole feedback, new tools, cutting half lap joints, plus plans for a simple wall shelf and a classic bookcase.