Issue 457
Issue 457
Building for Others
I know that oftentimes my words here are an older version of the “class clown” — goofy stuff that may entertain, but has little substance. But this time out I would like to take a moment to say thank you to all of the woodworkers out there who are making toys and gifts for children and others who have little. This is no small thing, as I have spent years in woodworking-related publishing, and I have lost count of the number of people who have told me that they have a guild or a group of buddies who, every year, make so many gifts, especially for kids. There is no fame or praise — these folks just do it for the love of others. And that, to me, is such a wonderful thing and demonstrates the characteristics that I have found in so many of my woodworking brethren — a kindness and consideration that is much to be admired.
As this holiday season gets hectic, it is good to know that there are people who are truly thinking of others and acting to make things better for those in need.
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
Tricks of the Trade
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Tip for Cutting Plywood Safely and Accurately
Our tip for cutting plywood safely, accurately and cleanly: instead of trying to balance the sheet across a table saw, try a foam backer board.
Industry Interviews
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Cutech Tool: Meet the New Kid on the Block
Memphis-based benchtop tool distributor focused on quality planers, jointers.
What's In Store
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Trend® FX Extreme Sharpening Stone
Pocket-sized monocrystalline diamond stone refreshes knife edges in the field or other cutting edges in the shop or on the job site.
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NOVA Voyager Drill Press Features
We give you a closer look at the Nova Voyager DVR Drill Press and all of it’s features.
Q & A
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What to do about Seeping Butcher Blocks?
Our church kitchen has butcher block food prep surfaces that are leaking juices out the bottom. Can they be fixed by sanding and sealing?
Reader's Project Gallery
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Convertible Oak Bed
This oak project starts out as a crib, converts to a day bed when the child get older, and then converts to a double bed.
