Why Cedar Makes Great Outdoor Furniture (and What to Substitute on a Budget)

When it comes to building outdoor furniture, not all woods are created equal. Some warp at the first sign of rain, while others fade quickly under the summer sun. Cedar, however, has long been a favor... Read More

Add visibility with a paint pen

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Have you ever been working in a less than ideal lighting situation where you had trouble reading the etched measurements or instructions on you jig? Grab a white paint pen and fill in those letters, n... Read More

Pocket Hole Joinery 101: How to Build Strong, Seamless Joints

Posted in Free Project Plans & DIYs

Pocket hole joinery is a game-changer for DIYers and woodworkers alike, offering a simple and effective way to create strong, seamless joints. Whether you’re building furniture, cabinetry, or home d... Read More

Juice Groove Router Bit vs. Core Box Router Bit: What’s the Difference?

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Router bits are some of the most versatile tools in woodworking, and choosing the right bit can make a significant difference in the outcome of your project. Two bits that often cause confusion due to... Read More

Five Tips for Optimal Results from Your Miter Saw

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Welcome, woodworking enthusiasts! If you’re looking to elevate your woodworking projects to new heights of precision and craftsmanship, your trusty miter saw is the tool that can make it happen.... Read More

Best Woods to Use for Cutting Boards: A Guide to Durability and Food Safety

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When it comes to crafting a cutting board, the type of wood you choose matters just as much as the craftsmanship itself. A well-made cutting board is not only a functional kitchen essential but also a... Read More

Use handscrews to hold small pieces

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If you do enough woodworking, sooner or later you are going to come across a small piece you have to hold steady in order to drill, or cut, or router. Holding these small pieces by hand can be tricky,... Read More

Never lose your drill press chuck key

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If you’re anything like me, after using your drill press chuck key you place it down on whatever flat (or semi-flat) surface is nearby. I can’t tell you how many hours of my life I’v... Read More

Gang cut pieces for greater consistency and time savings

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If you have to cut multiple pieces at the same dimensions, it saves time and helps to ensure the pieces are more consistent if you gang cut them. What is gang cutting? Gang cutting is when you cut mul... Read More

Re-use silica packs to prevent rust

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Whenever I buy something new and it comes with silica packs, I make certain to keep those packs and put them in one of my tool drawers. The packs help absorb moisture in the air, thereby helping to pr... Read More

Sharpening wood chisels

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Standard wood working bench and butt chisels are traditionally factory ground at an angle of 25°, and this works well fine for most wood work. However your chisel will cut better and the edge will la... Read More

Clamp small pieces with hot glue

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Have you ever needed to hold a small piece in place, but either didn’t have a clamp small enough to hold it or it was just too awkward of a position to clamp at all? Next time you have to hold s... Read More

What is a Kreg pocket hole jig?

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If you read read a lot of our DIY plans (or probably most any DIY plan these days), you’re going to see a lot of references to a Kreg pocket hole jig, or more commonly a “pocket hole jig&#... Read More

Easily find the center of any board

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Finding the exact center of any board is easy. Lay a straight edge (ruler) across the board with an integer value lined up on one edge. Now, holding that edge in place, angle the straight edge until a... Read More

It’s the glue, not the nails…

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Brad nails from a nail gun don’t provide any structural support – they are only there to hold the pieces in place until the glue dries. So always make certain to use the proper wood glue f... Read More

DIY easy foam brushes

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Cut leftover packing foam into 1/4″ pieces, and use clothespins for handles. When you’re done your project, just throw away the foam (but save the clothespin).... Read More

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Why Cedar Makes Great Outdoor Furniture (and What to Substitute on a Budget)

Add visibility with a paint pen

Pocket Hole Joinery 101: How to Build Strong, Seamless Joints

Juice Groove Router Bit vs. Core Box Router Bit: What’s the Difference?

Five Tips for Optimal Results from Your Miter Saw

Best Woods to Use for Cutting Boards: A Guide to Durability and Food Safety

Use handscrews to hold small pieces

Never lose your drill press chuck key

Gang cut pieces for greater consistency and time savings

Re-use silica packs to prevent rust

Sharpening wood chisels

Clamp small pieces with hot glue

What is a Kreg pocket hole jig?

Easily find the center of any board

It’s the glue, not the nails…

DIY easy foam brushes