Rob Johnstone
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Band Saw Box Basics
Bandsawn boxes are fun to build and make unique and interesting gifts. We have a video, step-by-step instructions and a downloadable pattern to help you make your own.
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A-Hunting I Will Go!
Rob wonders if other woodworkers who hunt make woodworking projects to support that hobby.
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Number 500!
Rob reflects with readers on the 500th issue of the Woodworker’s Journal eZine — now Woodworker’s Journal Weekly.
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PROJECT: Make a Model Tugboat
With just a few pieces of wood and a couple of hours or so in the shop and you can a create a whole fleet of these sturdy boats!
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Slap a Little Oil On It
Rob wonders whether woodworkers really want to learn about finishing.
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PROJECT: Making Live-Edge Floating Shelves
We show you how to make a set of floating shelves with the natural contours of live edges and smooth surfaces, a task made easier with a JET Drum Sander.
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How Do You Draw?
Rob continues to explore planning out his projects in CAD drawings, leading to a question about what readers are working with these days.
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How to Install Lid Supporting Torsion Hinges
Large box or chest lids can be heavy and if they are not supported, they can fall and make a startling noise, or worse, cause an injury. One of the best ways to support a box lid is with a torsion hinge.
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PROJECT: Art Deco Barstool
The juxtaposition of black lacquered clear pine and stunning bird’s-eye maple adds drama and elegance to this basic barstool. You can build a pair in a weekend!
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Workbenches and Woodworkers
Rob wonders if eZine readers’ workbenches are more suitable to hand tool or power tool woodworking.
