What, Why & Hows of CNC Machines

Danielle Lowery CNC, June 2023 #272, Techniques, Woodworking Basics, Woodworking Future

What is a CNC? Why might I want one & How does it work? Over the last decade, CNC machines have become a common topic in woodworking. Most know that they cut things out, but that’s the extent of …
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Build Furniture Without a Shop

Christopher Schwarz Beginner Woodworking, Furniture Projects, I Can Do That, June 2008, Projects, Techniques, Woodworking Basics, Workshop

A few tools can go a long way. When you get started in woodworking there are many paths to follow, forks in the road, dead-ends and shortcuts. It’s a journey that our forebears would make with the help of a …
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What’s The Difference Between Drill Bits?

Megan Fitzpatrick August 2013 #205, Boring, Drill Bits, Drill Press, Drilling, Drills, Techniques, Woodworking Basics, Woodworking Essentials

Discover a bit about clean, accurate boring. There are many tools in modern woodworking you can use to bore holes: powered drills (both corded and cordless), drill presses, hand-powered eggbeater drills, braces and more. Drill presses are the …
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Woodworking Basics: Common Cuts

Collin Knoff April 2024 #277, Beginner Woodworking, Glossary, Techniques, Woodworking Basics

A bevel is a bevel… except when it’s a miter, unless it’s a chamfer. Confused yet? You’re not alone. To the uninitiated, woodworking can be a tough nut to crack. Even the most basic of projects assume a certain level …
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Working with Metals

Rob Petrie April 2022 #264, Metal Basics, Metalwork, Techniques

Tools and techniques for general metalwork in the shop. While the woodshop may be where I’m most comfortable, I’ve been fascinated by metalwork for some time. I’m always watching for tips and tricks I can steal for my own use, …
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