Universal Planer Sled

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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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Inexpensive Shop Assistant

American Woodworker Editors AW145, Plywood, Shop Storage, Storage, Tool Review, Tool Reviews

Tool: Leg-Up Shop Now Manufacturer: Gorilla Gripper MSRP: $54.90 Most of us know all too well the hassles of working with large sheets of plywood. You get home from the lumberyard, drag your sheet into your shop and lean …
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Bandsaw Blade Marking Knife

American Woodworker Editors AW145, band saw, DIY, Marking Knife, saw blades, Techniques, Tricks of the Trade, Workshop Tips

Old bandsaw blades can easily be recycled into useful marking or carving knives. One blade nets you a slew of small pieces. Use a tin snip to cut off a piece of the blade, grind off the teeth, and then …
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