Drilling into thicker and heavier materials by freehand and still maintaining vertical accuracy can be close to impossible, especially for a novice woodworker. We have previously discussed the uses and benefits of drill…
A knot found embedded inside a piece of wood can either be a point of weakness which renders that part of the plank unusable, something we can cover up or (more seldom) something…
With so many new brand names and gimmicky products introduced on the market, we have been overwhelmed with how this category of power tool accessories has grown. This growth owes itself mostly to the reality…
Since the beginning, woodworking has always been a trade (like most professional trades) with set standards of practices and methodologies. Even though this is so, woodworking has always carried a crafty Do-It-Yourself element which…
Adding a table to your workflow, whether on a circular saw or sander gives you more control and increases your potential for versatility. This is no different when it comes to these huge, heavy…
Writing Burning on Wood, Chipboard, Leather – Pyrography In our previous article, Writing on Wood, Metal, Plastics & more – Engravers, we explored the various tools used for the engraving onto…
Made in Japan, the OLFA range of cutters offers the highest quality of steel and knife mechanisms equipped with the best and sharpest edge. For quilters and craftsman who frequently use scissors to cut…
Engraving has grown in popularity over the years. This hobby has grown from being a simple way to pass the time and has soon become an entry point to other levels of…
Wood turning, as a specialty in woodworking, offers a variety of fields within itself. From the bowl makers to the pen turners, everyone has a niche of their own which he/she can choose to…
Whether you’re making frames, boxes or cabinets you will most likely always need to hold two pieces together at a 90-degree angle. Creating these corners usually relies on ensuring that your boards…
As one of the most ancient and coveted woodwork specialties, woodturning continues to bring awe to the eyes of onlookers and brings more and more woodworkers flocking to watch wood shaving flying away…
Mitre boxes have been used in woodworking for years, especially useful in times when angled cuts are necessary and power is unavailable. The very fine teeth found on a tradition backsaw or gents…
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