We’re going to discuss possibly the most important tool that can 10x your woodworking skills. That’s right, this post is all about chisels! Learn about the kinds of chisels, chisel sizes, the differences in steel, western chisels vs. foreign chisels, tool safety, and so much more.
Read MoreFolks online tend to get in a tizzy when it comes time to paint my Windsor chairs because they want to see me “stain or oil the natural wood.” But here’s why we paint Windsor chairs…
Read MorePainting with milk paint is a great non-toxic option for painting furniture. I've found a hack that will save you hours of time!
Read MoreKnowing how to sharpen a chisel and maintain it for a lifetime’s worth of use is something all craftsmen and woodworkers should know. Learn how to properly sharpen your tools, whether inexpensive or not, with the tips in this post.
Read MoreLearn how easy, inexpensive, and functional dovetail joints are. With nine basic tools and this step by step tutorial, you will be making dovetails like a pro!
Read MoreBuilding a dutch tool chest is a fantastic exercise in many different kinds of joinery, and gives you a place that you can take an entire furniture building shop’s worth of hand tools on the go. See step by step how I repurpose a bookshelf and turn it into a Dutch-style tool chest.
Read MoreLearning how to build a bookshelf is a great skill most everyone will benefit from. This Japanese-style Tusk bookshelf is one that requires very few tools or supplies and the result is a beautiful piece of furniture that will last a lifetime.
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