7 Basic Wood Inlay Patterns To Know About
Wood inlays don't need complexity to be beautiful. Here are some great inlay patterns perfect for beginners.
How to Bend Wood with Steam
A new woodworking skill, right around the bend!
Everything You Need To Know About Woodcarving Tools
For novice woodcarvers, investing in the right woodcarving tools makes those first projects more enjoyable. Here are seven tools to...
How to Build a Sliding Door Tambour Cabinet
Here's how to make a simple, elegant cabinet with an easy sliding door.
Everything You Need To Know About Lathes
Want to spin perfect cylinders or bowls? No tool beats the lathe!
Best Hand Planers of 2022
Hand planes are considered obsolete by some. I disagree. Every woodshop should have these...
How to Hand Carve a Wooden Spoon
Here’s the scoop — this is fun and easy!
Beginner’s Guide To Wood Inlay
Wood inlays are beautiful details that can give any project an extra level of elegance and sophistication.
8 Woodcarving Ideas for Beginners
Interesting in trying wood carving for the first time? Check out these easy ideas and start your carving journey off...
The Basics of Dado Joints
Dado joints are easy to make joint and useful for bookshelves, drawer dividers and other woodworking projects.
Wood Jointers: What You Need To Know
If you want to laminate boards to make a tabletop, you'll need a wood jointer. It's also handy for flattening...
What Are Mortise-and-Tenon Joints Used For?
Add the ancient art of making strong, versatile mortise-and-tenon joinery to your woodworking skills.
8 Easy Woodturning Project Ideas
These woodturning projects are manageable, personal and perfect for holiday gift giving.
Everything You Need To Know About Box Joints
Whether you're making a jewelry box, desk drawer or toy chest, the classic box joint creates sturdy and strong corners.
Everything You Need to Know About Woodworking Tools
Depending on the type of woodworking you want to do, you may get by with a few well-chosen hand tools,...
8 Best Whittling Knives for Woodworking Projects
We're here to help you choose the best whittling knife for your budget, project needs and experience level.
Wood Joinery Basics
You don't have to be a pro to make wood projects that stay together, but a solid knowledge of wood...
Everything You Need To Know About Half Lap Joints
Half lap joints are a terrific skill for beginning woodworkers to master. Here's everything you need to get started.
9 Alternative Uses for Sawdust
Don't throw it away! Sawdust recycling turns the waste from your saws and sanders into a resource with multiple uses...
What To Know About the Tambour Wood Trend
Tambour is a woodwork style that gets its name from a medieval drum. We asked a top architect to explain...
8 Best Handsaws of 2022
These handsaws should be on your radar.
How To Get Into Woodworking Without a Garage
A garage is ideal but not mandatory for woodworking. With some creativity, you can create a woodshop in more places...
The Basics of Rabbet Joints
Rabbet joints make strong corners. They're easy to build and useful in cabinets, drawers and other box-like structures.
What Is a Butt Joint? The Basics
Butt joints are the easiest woodworking joints to make, but they aren't very strong and usually need reinforcement. Despite this,...
Guide To Wood Chisels for Woodworking
Chisels are hand tools for cutting, paring and scraping. Simple and unassuming, you can't do without at least one in...
Woodworking for Beginners: Everything First-Timers Need To Know
Woodworking can be a relaxing and fulfilling activity that turns into a lifelong hobby for many people. Here's what you...
Beginner’s Guide To Steam Bending Wood
Want to add curves to your next woodworking project? Here's what you need to know about bending wood with steam.
How Can You Tell Which Furniture Is Worth Keeping?
Unsure about what furniture to keep and what to get rid of? Experts weigh in about everything from sentimental value...