Woodworking Skills
Project Design
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PROJECT: In-Drawer Knife Block
Add custom storage to almost any kitchen drawer with a simple-to-make knife block.
Milling
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Hickory: Growing in Popularity
While hickory has earned a reputation for being hard to work with, modern tools and cutters have made it a new favorite.
Cutting
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Cabinet/Card Scrapers
These thin, flexible pieces of steel can come to your aid for a variety of smoothing and cleanup tasks that surpass a sander or hand plane. Sharpening them correctly is key.
Drilling
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VIDEO: Making a Modular Shoe Rack
Rob Johnstone demonstrates how to use Forstner bits to drill holes to create a handy three-tiered modular shoe rack.
Shaping
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Edge V-Groove Bits
Form solid-wood edging for plywood that’s tougher than veneer tape and as subtle or bold as you wish.
Clamping
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Veneering with a Vacuum Pump
A vacuum pump and veneer bag is a fully portable system that can be used anywhere. Here, learn some simple veneering techniques.
Finishing
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Bumblechutes Food-safe Finish Options
Bumblechutes’ Woodworker’s Oil and All-In-One Wood Conditioner are ideal for kitchenware.
Installing Hardware
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Installing European Hinges
These rugged, easy-to-use hinges are ideal for most shop-built cabinet projects.
Gluing
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VIDEO: Choose the Best Glue for Your Woodworking Project
Which glue would be best for a particular application? Here are some popular options.
