March/April 2016
March/April 2016 Issue Preview
The March/April 2016 issue of Woodworker’s Journal takes on shop tools big and small, with a cabinet meant for storing portable tools, a review of 8” jointers and a reader survey all about the table saw. You’ll also learn the technique of double bevel marquetry, be introduced to an affordable 3D printer, and build a beautiful End Table.
Portable Tool Storage Cabinet: Need a place to store your portable tools? This project from Sandor Nagyszalanczy features independently constructed upper and lower cabinets, tandem door hinges, and all sorts of accessory options.
Tool Review: Chris Marshall’s review of 8” jointers explores the advantages of these helical cutterhead-equipped machines.
End Table: Take a weekend and build an attractive End Table. Tapered legs and a simple technique to make the wood grain on the top pop out a bit more take its style up a notch.
Mountains Marquetry: Craft a stunning outdoor scene while learning the technique of double bevel marquetry.
Woodturning: Turn a two-toned whistle, useful for calling your dog or handy on hikes.
Finishing Thoughts: Michael Dresdner reviews the options for adding an antiqued look to your painted projects.
More on the Web
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Using a Tapering and Straight-line Jig
This simple jig makes it easy to cut straight-line edges or tapers using your table saw, as JoAnne Liebeler explains.
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Overview of Dremel’s Idea Builder 3D Printer
Jeff Jacobson takes you on a tour of some of the key features and functions of this device as well as showing some of the project models he’s made to demonstrate its potential woodworking applications.
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How to Make a Two Tone Whistle
Ernie Conover takes you step-by-step through the process he uses to create these small musical instruments on his lathe.
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Assemble Projects with BeadLock Loose Tenons
Chris Marshall takes a look at the Beadlock Joinery system from Rockler, which makes cutting mortise-and-tenon joinery as simple as drilling holes.
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Tips for Maintaining Jointer Cutterheads
Is your jointer not producing smooth wood or giving you trouble when you’re pushing it through? You may need to rotate or change your jointer’s cutterheads.
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Create Faux Grain and Effects with Dry-Brush Stain Technique
Michael Dresdner explains how you can use professional-quality dry brush staining techniques in your home workshop.
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How to Build a Box Joint Jig
This versatile Box Joint Jig is perfect for your next box project, especially the Majestic Marquetry Box from the March/April 2016 issue of the magazine.
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Mounting Cabinet Doors with Tandem Door Hinges
Sandor Nagyszalanczy demonstrates how he used Rockler’s tandem door hinges to mount the doors to his Portable Tool Storage Cabinet.
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How to Create Layered Veneer Marquetry
See author Ken Horner’s technique for creating and cutting layered veneer marquetry patterns.