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"Exercises in Wood-Working Exercise 1: Use of the Chisel, Part 1 Video Download" |
"This companion video for our reprint of the 1889 book Exercises in Woodworking, shows you how to make the most of traditional (and essential) hand tools in the modern shop. Exercise 1 – Use of the Chisel, Part 1: Learn how wood and steel interact and how to properly wield a wide chisel as you flatten two adjacent faces of a block of wood to form a perfect 90° angle. Note: In order to view this file, you must have Adobe Reader 9, a free program. Download Adobe Reader 9 now."
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Knockdown Bookcase |
"This unusual and useful Arts & Crafts bookcase can be taken completely apart with four raps of the hammer. The simple, four-shelf bookcase is made challenging by slanting the sides, which have a spade shape. Wedged through-tenons hold everything tight."
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Buying a Jack Plane |
"The Popular Woodworking editors use and dissect the Anant, Clifton, Lie-Nielsen, Record, Shop Fox, Stanley Type 11 and Stanley 12-205L jack planes to determine the best one for you."
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All-weather Morris Chair |
"All it takes is $40 in pine, a saw and a drill to build a Morris chair perfect for dragging onto the porch - and leaving it there. You can knock it out in a day. Our personal best construction time is four hours. Article includes step photos, drawings, and complete instructions."
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21st Century Tool Cabinet |
"This father-and-son tool cabinet is perfect for the 21st century woodworker. The upper and lower cabinets have four deep-set doors that, when opened, array the most-used tools with easy access while less-attractive and less-used tools are stored in drawers below."
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Mortising Jig |
"Make quick, easy and accurate mortises with your plunge router and a jig, made from shop scraps and some simple hardware. Steve offers step photos, an illustration, a cutting list and instruction for making one of Popular Woodworking editors' favorite jigs."
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Understanding Splines Digital Download |
"Solid-wood tabletops are simple to make, but they can be frustrating to make well. Our technique adds a couple of steps to the process, but makes the results far more predictable."
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Woodworking Machines (Back to Basics) |
Get Back to Basics with the core information you need to succeed. Learn what is important to know about Woodworking Machines from maintaining and adjusting you stationary tools to sharpening your blades and bits.
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Workshop Dust Control |
"Avoid known lifetime health hazards, such as nasal and lung cancer, that are caused by tiny wood particles and abrasive dust with this practical and important guide for all woodworkers on improving the air quality in their shop."
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Popular Woodworking June 2003 Digital Download |
"Now you can download this issue from Popular Woodworking magazine. It's in an easy-to-search pdf format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. The issue is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem. If you hate sanding, you're going to like Smoothing Planes. This handy Saw Blade Box protects all your 10 saw blades. Based on full-size blanket chest, this small-scale dovetailed Jewelry Chest is the perfect early American jewelry box. For just $50, you can turn your personal computer into a powerful woodworking tool with CAD for Woodworkers. Nick Engler has built reproductions of the Wright Brother's aircraft and shares his thoughts On Wooden Wings. Whether you work from home or simply need a place to keep your computer, bills and files, this Home-office Armoire is the project for you. Many manufacturers now "
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Cabinetmaker's Chest Project Download |
"Craft this classy—and classic—basic tool chest for yourself! It will hold several screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, and socket sets. If you want a larger version, just add more drawers or make the top deeper. We fashioned ours from red oak and used a medium-dark stain. Add side handles for mobility and a lock to keep your tools secure. Project plan includes detailed view of chest, material list (including hardware), step-by-step instructions, and full-color photographs. From Building the Perfect Tool Chest by Jim Stack. Now you can download this project plan in an easy-to-search PDF format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. This project is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem."
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Freeform Plant Stand Project Download |
"What started out as a simple lamp project turned into this nifty plant stand! This project will teach you that the biscuit joiner can be used for practically any kind of construction. Ours is made with a three-way joint with four face-frame biscuits and a bit of polyurethane glue. The joint is very strong—and the plant is still green! Plan includes exploded detailed view of the plant stand, cutting and material list, step-by-step instructions, and full-color photographs. From The Biscuit Joiner Project Book by Jim Stack. Now you can download this project plan in an easy-to-search PDF format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. This project is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem."
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Pine Double Lounge Project Download |
"Some people call them futons but we prefer the more comfy-sounding double lounge. Practical and pretty, this project consists of two frames made from alternating bed slats, and one frame that can be pulled out to make a double bed. Ours is made of pine and finished with a light brown stain. Plan includes exploded view of the double lounge, cutting and material list, step-by-step instructions, and full-color photographs. From The Biscuit Joiner Project Book by Jim Stack Now you can download this project plan in an easy-to-search PDF format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. This project is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem."
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Curly Maple Desktop Organizer Project Download |
"This desktop organizer is so attractive you'll want to keep your books, photos, knick-knacks and other odds-and-ends neatly arranged in its drawers and on its shelves. Pick an eye-catching wood like ours made from curly maple. The basics of biscuit joinery are all that's needed to build it. Plan includes exploded view of the drawer organizer, cutting and material list, step-by-step instructions, and full-color photographs. From The Biscuit Joiner Project Book by Jim Stack. Now you can download this project plan in an easy-to-search PDF format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. This project is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem."
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Curved Leg Nightstand Project Download |
"This project is made-to-order for woodworkers who want to practice biscuit assembly (the joinery at the legs and aprons is different from the joinery on a standard table). We made ours from white oak and think it's just perfect sitting next to the sofa. Plan includes exploded view of the nightstand, cutting and material list, step-by-step instructions, and full-color photographs. From The Biscuit Joiner Project Book by Jim Stack. Now you can download this project plan in an easy-to-search PDF format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. This project is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem."
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The Ultimate Home Workshop |
This handy guide shows you the best way to set up your shop.
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Rough Lumber Cut-off Stand |
"Adjustable in height, our simple-to-build cut-off stand works with two sawhorses, a workbench or a table saw to keep lumber fully supported during a cut. A removable roller stand added to the top turns the fixture into an adjustable outfeed stand."
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Power Tool Workbench |
"Our power-tool workbench serves as a traditional workbench, outfeed table and assembly bench, and only costs $372 to build (including wood, hardware and vise)."
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Woodworking Magazine Issues 1-8 |
"Now Available — The first eight issues of Woodworking Magazine on CD Launched in 2004 with a mission to find a better way to build furniture, Woodworking Magazine has grown from a small publication found only on the newsstands to a quarterly magazine with thousands of subscribers worldwide. Many of our early issues are sold out, so we've made this CD that contains the first eight issues in PDF format so you can take them with you anywhere. Here's a look at some of the highlights you'll find on this easy-to-use CD: • 16 Furniture Projects Every issue of Woodworking Magazine features an attractive cover project that is easy to build, yet has an impressive historical pedigree. Even woodworkers with only basic skills and tools will be able to construct fine pieces of furniture with our complete plans and clear instructions. • Forgotten Techniques At Woodworking Magazine, we explore the newest and best techniques – and the forgotten ones. We test them all in o"
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Flexner on Finishing: Rubbing for a Perfect Finish |
Achieveing a high-style finish is within the grasp of home woodworkers. Bob Flexner shows you two ways to transform a cobby finish into one that's beautifully smooth.
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Simple Divided-light Glass Doors |
"Contributing Editor Glen Huey shares the easiest and smartest way to add mullions, muntins and glass panes to any door. All you need are spring clamps and a table saw. Simple mortise-and-tenon doors as well as rabbeted mortise-and-tenon doors are discussed."
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Purple Martin Condo Project Download |
"Who knew the day would come when even birds live in condos! This multiple-unit birdhouse, which comes complete with a deck for each space, is built in six easy steps. We've tweaked the traditional design by angling each house so the entire condo can be slipped easily onto a post. Now you can download this project plan in an easy-to-search PDF format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. This project is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem."
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Drawboring Resurrected Digital Download |
"Learn an age-old technique for strong, gap-free joints that require little clamping. The secret is a simple tool that we show you how to make."
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21st-century Workbench Digital Download |
"This new bench combines features from several historic forms in one design that is perfectly suited for the modern wood shop. Strong and solid, it will hold work in a variety of ways, and its knock-down design makes it a snap to assemble or move. This article details the construction of the bench with basic machine tools."
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Flexner on Finishing: Shellac and Sealing Wood Digital Download |
"Today, shellac is touted as a sealer for use under other finishes. In it's heyday, it was the most widely used finish for wood. Bob Flexner looks at the history of shellac, and busts a myth or two while clearing up the confusion."
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Popular Woodworking February 2002 Digital Download |
"Now you can download this issue from Popular Woodworking magazine. It's in an easy-to-search pdf format that works on almost all computers equipped with the free Acrobat Reader program. The issue is compatible with PCs, Macs and many other computers. PLEASE NOTE: This is a large file that is best downloaded with a broadband connection, such as DSL or a cable modem. This traditional Classic Shaker Candlestand requires a little turning, a little joinery and a little finesse. For years, our editor has relied on these two simple Contractor Saw Outfeed Tables to catch long rips, support long crosscuts and generally serve as assembly tables. Mag Ruffman shows how to build this useful over-the-potty cabinet that is purely Tank Heaven. This second of two parts shows you how to build an Inlay Door with a Router of this 18th-century Pennsylvania spice box. This frame-and-panel Asian Bedside Table features sliding doors with a traditional Tansu touch. A fish-shaped Lamp Called Wanda is t"
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Taming Handplane Tear-out Digital Download |
Over the years we've collected a number of myths and solutions about avoiding tear-out. Here's what seems to work-and what doesn't.
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Best Crackle Finish Digital Download |
"We tested several methods for adding age and depth to a painted finish, and found the best way is cheap and easy. The key is the glue."
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