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Coopered Leg Hall Table
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Coopered Leg Hall Table

Coopered legs and tusk tenons build the structure of this beautiful hall table

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June 2023 - Issue 271
ESSA
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ESSA

About an hour south of Branson, Missouri is the small town of Eureka Springs, Arkansas

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June 2023 - Issue 271
What, Why & Hows of CNC Machines
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What, Why & Hows of CNC Machines

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 their knowledge

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June 2023 - Issue 271
PREMIUM DADO BLADE SHOWDOWN
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PREMIUM DADO BLADE SHOWDOWN

We set out to compare 11 premium dado blades to help you sort out which might be right for you

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10 mins  |
June 2023 - Issue 271
Textured Coloured Form with Metal Leaf
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Textured Coloured Form with Metal Leaf

Create a beautiful showpiece by power carving on the lathe and adding a splash (or a wave) of color

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10 mins  |
June 2023 - Issue 271
Instant Dewaxed Shellac
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Instant Dewaxed Shellac

Take the wax out of shellac and you've got a great sealer that's compatible with most other finishes

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June 2023 - Issue 271
OLIVER 10044 Planer
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OLIVER 10044 Planer

Oliver Machinery, a name recognized as a manufacturer of vintage woodworking machinery, has returned to the marketplace

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June 2023 - Issue 271
MAXAIR eCAPR Respirator
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MAXAIR eCAPR Respirator

If you’ve been a subscriber to Popular Woodworking for a while, you’ve probably noticed that I like to turn. A few issues back, I covered some of my top turning accessories—one of those was the Sundstrom SR500/700 respirator. I had many emails from people saying they loved the idea, but wanted a less expensive alternative

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June 2023 - Issue 271
Coopered Seat
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Coopered Seat

Building a sculptured rocker starts with a coopered seat. Or as I call it, \"The Big Smile Seat!\"

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April 2023 - Issue 270
Veneered Chessboard
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Veneered Chessboard

It’s easy to create a veneered chessboard with an inlay accent, using a minimal number of tools.

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April 2023 - Issue 270
3 Holiday Ornaments
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3 Holiday Ornaments

These three ornaments are the perfect small gifts to make for your friends and family this holiday season.

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December 2022 - Issue 268
Leather by DRAGONFLY
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Leather by DRAGONFLY

The world's best, custom-made apron is handmade by husband-and-wife team Patrick and Michelle Melchior.

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December 2022 - Issue 268
Eastwood Ottoman Upholstery
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Eastwood Ottoman Upholstery

After the woodworking is done, finish your project with upholstery to match.

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December 2022 - Issue 268
Mini Curio Cabinet
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Mini Curio Cabinet

This small-scale curio cabinet is the perfect size to sit on a shelf, or in a bookcase.

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7 mins  |
December 2022 - Issue 268
Eastwood Ottoman
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Eastwood Ottoman

This classic Stickley ottoman oozes Craftsman style, but don't let its simple form fool you - it packs in some great woodworking.

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10+ mins  |
December 2022 - Issue 268
Shaker Tray with a Little Embellishment
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Shaker Tray with a Little Embellishment

Requiring sawing, planning, and shaping skills, this tray is the perfect project to put hand-tool lessons to practice.

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8 mins  |
December 2022 - Issue 268
Hand Plane Restoration
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Hand Plane Restoration

Bringing an old hand plane back to life is simple to do, and will yield a top-notch tool.

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10 mins  |
December 2022 - Issue 268
Carved Rim Bowl
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Carved Rim Bowl

A little bit of carving and gilding on the rim of this bowl transforms it from a nice piece to an extraordinary one.

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October 2022 - Issue 267
Kumiko Wall Shelf
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Kumiko Wall Shelf

This wall shelf is an elegant, simple way to showcase a special piece of woodworking —an Asa-no-ha Kumiko panel.

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October 2022 - Issue 267
Exact Width Dado Jigs
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Exact Width Dado Jigs

Two simple router jigs to get perfectly sized dados and grooves, even for undersized plywood.

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October 2022 - Issue 267
Specialty Chisels For Your Shop
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Specialty Chisels For Your Shop

These five specialty chisels will be the perfect compliment to your bench chisels.

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October 2022 - Issue 267
5 Must-Have Clamps For Your Shop
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5 Must-Have Clamps For Your Shop

A well-equipped shop will have a variety of clamps for different situations. Here’s our favorites.

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October 2022 - Issue 267
Bowl-Turning Accessories
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Bowl-Turning Accessories

These top-notch bowl-turning accessories will make your time at the lathe more enjoyable.

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9 mins  |
August 2022 - Issue 266
12v Drill Showdown
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12v Drill Showdown

We take a look at six drills to see what sort of progress these tools have made in the past decade.

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9 mins  |
August 2022 - Issue 266
Splay-Leg Table
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Splay-Leg Table

This small table is the perfect, elegant addition to any room and can easily be built in a weekend.

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10 mins  |
August 2022 - Issue 266
Jared Greene's File & Hammer Saw Works
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Jared Greene's File & Hammer Saw Works

Jared Greene has been making a name for himself in the hand tool world with his handmade back saws.

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August 2022 - Issue 266
Tea Cabinet
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Tea Cabinet

The elegant arched case of this tea cabinet is a great way to practice bent lamination and showcase some unique wood.

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7 mins  |
August 2022 - Issue 266
A Great Glue Bottle Tip
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A Great Glue Bottle Tip

WORKSHOP TIPS

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August 2022 - Issue 266
Milling Lumber with a Chainsaw Mill
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Milling Lumber with a Chainsaw Mill

When it comes to milling lumber, chainsaw mills offer a low cost of entry, with some big capacities.

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10+ mins  |
August 2022 - Issue 266
Maximize Your Dust Collection
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Maximize Your Dust Collection

Understanding what makes a dust collection system work and work well.

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10+ mins  |
August 2022 - Issue 266