Issue 545
Issue 545
New Shop Stuff?
This is the time of year that I start to flesh out my woodworking plans for the fall. I get feedback on stuff that my spouse would like for the house. I start thinking of cool gift projects — and that I should start making them now, rather than the first week in December. And I also start considering what new woodworking gadgets and gizmos will help me as I sally forth into the shop with confidence.
Now to be honest, I really don’t need anything new in my shop. I have an embarrassment of riches in that regard. But at times, the line between needing and wanting gets a bit blurred in my mind.
But what about you? Are you planning some shop additions this fall? If so, what are you considering? Handheld power tools? Hand tools — sans power? A new stationary power tool? This editor wants to know!
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
Today's Woodworker
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Pamela Weir-Quiton: 50 Years of Play with Wood
For 50 years, Pamela Weir-Quiton has been a Los Angeles area woodworker with a focus on whimsical, playful objects like wooden dolls inspired by fashion icons and indoor playground installations.
Q & A
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Best Workshop Sound-proofing?
What’s the best way to sound-proof a new workshop I’m planning to build so my woodworking noise won’t disturb my neighbors?
Tricks of the Trade
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Card Scraper Sanding Shield
This reader has a clever trick for protecting the corners of his projects when he’s forced to sand pieces after he’s already put them together.
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Plumbing Coupling Provides Quick Hose Connection
Need a new (or spare) connector for your shop vacuum hose? Look no further than the hardware store’s plumbing aisle, as Charles Mak explains.
What's In Store
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JET® 18-in. Scroll Saw
Tilting-arm scroll saw features an exclusive upper blade mechanism that speeds setup by combining blade clamping and tensioning into one step.
