Two-Screw Technique

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Two-Screw Technique

John English AW145, Router Table, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workholding, Workshop Tips

As hard as I try to avoid it, every now and then I need to mill a small part on the router table. I’ve learned the hard way that you should never hold that part by hand, for three good …
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Double-Duty Edge Guide

American Woodworker Editors AW145, crosscut, Dados, Edges, Jigs and Fixtures, Sheet Goods, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

Instead of measuring for my circular saw’s offset each time I need to make a cut, I use a modified edge guide. I screwed two 3/4″ x 3/4″ x 12″ hardwood blocks to the front and back clamp bars of …
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Universal Planer Sled

American Woodworker Editors AW145, Glue, Planer, sawstop, sled, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

Universal Planer Sled Let’s face it: running a twisted board through the planer doesn’t make it flat. The board will still be twisted when it comes out. The trick is to use a sled that prevents the board from rocking …
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String Band Clamp

American Woodworker Editors AW145, clamp, Clamping, Clamps, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

While making a base for a wooden vase, I had to glue up a small octagonal shape. I made this simple band clamp from a piece of string and a rubber band. Here’s how it works: first, tie one end …
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Turning Tune-up

American Woodworker Editors AW145, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Turning, Turning Techniques, Workshop Tips

I can’t stand throwing away good wood. When I’m turning a goblet or any other object, I don’t leave the waste areas blank. I pick up a gouge or a skew and use the waste to perfect my turning techniques. …
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