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Jigs and Tools
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Wolverine Grinding Jig Set-up
This diagram will show how to set up a Wolverine jig on a standard 8″ bench grinder for the best possible sharpening technique.
Issue Information
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January/February 2023 Issue Preview
The January/February 2023 Issue of Woodworker’s Journal features a Shaker Cabinet, Sanding Station, Skee Bag Game and a Chevron Table.
Safety
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Stationary Tool Plug Storage is a Snap
Keep your electrical cords out of the way from underfoot, but still ready at hand around your tools with this helpful reader tip.
Weekly Editorial
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You Were Paying Attention
This week, Rob is overwhelmed by feedback, cutting coves and dovetails, plus plans for your workshop.
How-To
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PROJECT: Skee Bag Game
Here’s a kid-friendly weekend project that can bring the thrill of bag toss games indoors for the winter.
Tools & Supplies
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January/February 2023 What’s in Store Roundup
Take a closer look at the tools featured in the January/February 2023 issue, including offerings from Rockler, Bench Dog, and Milwaukee.
More on the Web
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VIDEO: Make Cove Cuts with a Cove Cutting Table Saw Jig
Make cove cuts on your table saw with this instructional video from Rob Johnstone. The process is made easier with a clever jig from Rockler.
Woodworking Skills
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Tips for Planing Rough Stock
There are several ways to flatten a board. One of the most efficient ways to flatten a board is by using a powered thickness planer.
What's In Store
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VIDEO: Sjobergs Elite 2000 Workbench Overview
Rob Johnstone takes a tour of the Sjobergs Eline 2000 workbench, putting some of its features through the paces.
Trade Shows
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Chris Marshall: A WJ Editor, Builder and More
You’ve seen Chris Marshall in Woodworker’s Journal’s print and digital pages, plus videos. In this interview, go behind the scenes and into his shop(s).
Project Design
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PROJECT: Drill Bit Organizer
This simple organizer, which can be customized to suit your needs, will save time and keep your drill bits from going astray.
Tool Reviews
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VIDEO: Festool TSC 55 Track Saw Overview
Rob Johnstone explores the TSC 55 Cordless Track Saw and discusses how Festool has refined its track saw technology.
Issue Preview
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November/December 2022 Issue Preview
The November/December 2022 issue of Woodworker’s Journal features Kitchen Spurtles, Rings, Christmas Ornaments and a Contemporary Table.
Milling
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Green Lumber: What Can I Do With It?
When is soaking-wet “green” wood desirable? History shows it’s had scores of practical uses.
Industry Interviews
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Dale Barnard Woodworking School
Dale Barnard describes the atmosphere of his and wife Mary’s woodworking school as “real informal. It’s like working in your dad’s shop.”
Readers' Projects
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Your National Woodworking Month Projects – Part Five
Part five of our celebration of our readers’ National Woodworking Month project submissions!
Cutting
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Low-tech Laser Accuracy for a Miter Saw
This reader wanted laser accuracy on his standard miter saw. He explains how he did it in this reader tip.
Blogs
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“Design in Wood” is Back!
San Diego Fine Woodworkers Association’s Design in Wood competition returned to the San Diego Fair in 2022 with a focus on heroes.
Not yet categorized
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Tool Cradles to Shorten the Wait
This reader often needed a random orbit sander close at hand, so he created a simple solution to make sure it never strays far.
Drilling
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PROJECT: Benchtop Drill Press Table
This tricked-out table and fence system will supercharge your benchtop drill press.
Q & A
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Biscuits or Mortise and Tenons
Can you use biscuits instead of mortise and tenon joints?
AWFS 2015
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American Fabric Filter – AWFS 2015
Get the best performance from your dust collector by upgrading to a custom filter bag.
Shaping
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VIDEO: How to Set Up and Use a Hand Plane
Learn how to set up and and use a hand plane from master woodworker, Ian Kirby. This is a free preview episode from The Way to Woodwork: Essential Starters series.
Editor's Blogs
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Urban Boatbuilders: Building More than Boats
This non-profit program in St. Paul, Minnesota, has 26 years of successfully working with youths.
Premium Content
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Woodworker’s Journal – January/February 2023
Projects Include: Shaker-inspired Cabinet, Ultimate Sanding Station, Skee Bag Game, and Chevron Table.
Clamping
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Veneering with a Vacuum Pump
A vacuum pump and veneer bag is a fully portable system that can be used anywhere. Here, learn some simple veneering techniques.
Contributing Bloggers
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Huy Huynh: Cut from the Same Cloth
Industrious influences fuel this rocket scientist’s passion for woodworking.
Woodworker's Journal Back Issue Archive
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Woodworker’s Journal – November/December 2022
The November/December 2022 issue of Woodworker’s Journal features Kitchen Spurtles, Rings, Christmas Ornaments and a Contemporary Table.
Finishing
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VIDEO: Fixing Ammonia Fuming Effects on Sapwood
Chris Marshall explains ammonia fuming for oak and what to do if sapwood creates some different coloration from the heartwood.
Today's Woodworker
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Jerry Carlson: Believe in Magic Again
Minnesota woodworker Jerry Carlson’s whimsy begs the question: Are there elves living in the woods?
Premium Plans
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PROJECT: Turned Ornaments
Whether turned from wood or a colorful acrylic, these custom ornaments will foster smiles and memories to last generations.
Installing Hardware
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Installing European Hinges
These rugged, easy-to-use hinges are ideal for most shop-built cabinet projects.
Reader's Project Gallery
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Your National Woodworking Month Projects – Part Four
Part four of our celebration of our readers’ National Woodworking Month project submissions!
IWF 2016
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Three Innovative New Products from Titebond
Titebond introduces three new products at IWF 2016 in Atlanta. Learn more about Titebond Quick & Thick Glue, TiteWrap, and Titebrush.
Tips and Techniques
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Score First to Stop Dovetail Blowout
If you’re having trouble with blown-out corners after using a dovetail jig, Bruce Kieffer has a simple solution for ensuring clean cuts.
Plan Library
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Easy-To-Make Holiday Ornament
Sandor Nagyszalanczy gives an overview on how to turn one “yule log” into several fun ornaments for your friends and family.
AWFS 2017
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Titebond Expert Discusses Chemistry of, Uses for Quick and Thick Glue
Bob Behnke, technical service manager for Titebond, shares the chemistry and best uses for Titebond’s newest PVA wood glue option, Quick and Thick.
Woodturning
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PROJECT: Touchless Turned Lamp
Kai Muenzer of the American Association of Woodturners crafts this unique lamp with an automated mechanism that is an interesting and functional test of your turning and wiring skill.
Woodworking Newsletter Latest Issue
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Tips for Teaching Woodworking
Readers offer advice about teaching woodworking to kids.
Gift Project Plans
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PROJECT: Hollow Sphere Ornament
Walt Wager of the American Association of Woodturners creates a fun-to-make Christmas ornament consisting of three turned parts, two finials and a round, hollow sphere.
Tricks of the Trade
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How to Make Cabinet Doors with Rail and Stile Router Bits
Learn how to build cabinet door frames using a rail and stile router bit set.
Magazine Latest Issue
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VIDEO: Skee Bag Game
Rob Johnstone takes you through the process of building this bean bag game inspired by cornhole and skee ball.
Gluing
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VIDEO: Choose the Best Glue for Your Woodworking Project
Which glue would be best for a particular application? Here are some popular options.
Workshop Organization and Storage
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PROJECT: Benchtop Drill Press Mobile Stand
Convert your benchtop drill press into a mobile floor model with this sturdy cabinet — and get plenty of storage for bits and accessories at the same time.
Feedback
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Wood-hoarding Problem?
Readers assess Rob’s “problem” with collecting wood.
Outdoor Project Plans
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Project: Bamboo Fly Rod
The author, a fly fisherman and woodworker, imagines himself during the various stages of rod-making as a “lumberjack, cabinetmaker and finisher.”