Archive for February, 2008

Woodworking Tips and Tricks: Miter Saw

Here’s a few simple suggestions to make using your (powered) miter saw more enjoyable:

1) Measure twice, cut twice.

I’m sure you heard it as “measure twice, cut once”. Well, although I follow that advice when using my …

Tree Care: Caring for your trees

Most good garden design incorporates the use of trees, even the smallest garden is greatly enhanced by the presence of at least one tree. A specimen tree can be a crowning glory to a wonderful design, a centerpiece to a …

Primitive Ladder Project

Primitive ladders are pretty cool. Typically tucked into the corner of a room, the “rungs” of the ladder are perfect for displaying just about any crafty item that can be draped over them (beads, blankets, necklaces) to create a Southwestern …

Workbenches Tailored for a Wide Variety of Jobs

Here’s a good article that describes various options for building or buying a workbench. I’m partial to using 2×4’s and Simpson Strong Ties (but that’s just me :))

More workbench ideas - the 2×4 Basics System is a lot …

Primitive Tin Cupboard

This should be a fairly easy project. I like the idea of recycling old or used furniture, and “sprucing it down” :) to create a cool rustic piece. Let’s start with the materials you may need.

Scour around second hand stores …

What to Look for When Considering a Woodworking Bench

As any woodworking fanatic will know a bench is an essential fixture in any good workshop. Fine woodworking benches can either be portable or a permanent fixture. Some even may come equipped with drawers, vises or a drafting table

Cabinet Building Tips

Are you planning to build some cabinets in the near future? Then the best advice you can get, as described in this article, is to plan, plan, plan, and then plan again.

Books on cabinet making:…

President Carter’s Wood Shop

Carter Handicrafts Raise Funds

Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter is widely known for his humanitarian efforts, but few are aware of his passion for woodworking. WSJ Atlanta Bureau Chief Douglas A. Blackmon reports.

Books about Jimmy Carter…