SawStop's New Summer Look

Some exciting news from the land of SawStop. Just announced for launch late summer 2017, SawStop is coming out with a new line of router tables, a large format sliding table, a folding outfield table, and a floating dust collector. Basically a whole lot of new things we are all going to want.

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PROJECT: Summer Porch Swing

A contoured seat and back, plus cup holders on each arm, make this relaxed two-seater a comfortable place to enjoy a cool drink.

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When to DIY and When to Hire a Professional

Being a homeowner can be expensive because every time something breaks or wears out, it is up to you to fix it. You can save a lot of money by doing simple repairs yourself, but some jobs are a little more complicated than the average DIY homeowner can handle.

More Information: When to DIY and When to Hire a Professional http://www.diychatroom.com/articles/2017/05/when-to-diy-and-when-to-hire-a-professional/

Residential furniture orders post 4% gain in February

HIGH POINT, N.C. - Residential furniture orders rose 4% in February compared to the year prior, and 1% higher than January orders, according to the latest Furniture Insights survey of residential furniture manufacturers and distributors from Smith Leonard.

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10,000 Steps

So, as my advancing age continues to affect my metabolism (or my ability to consume vast quantities of really tasty food improves with age), people close to me have pointed out that my center of gravity seems to be expanding around my waist.

More Information: 10,000 Steps http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/10000-steps/

Garry Knox Bennett: A “Furniture Maker”

Garry Knox Bennett (GKB) has been a woodworker for 35-40 years. He has work in permanent collections including the Smithsonian, Oakland Museum of Art, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and many more. But he doesn’t like the term woodworker.

More Information: Garry Knox Bennett: A “Furniture Maker” http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/garry-knox-bennett-furniture-maker/

It’s a “Snow Bird Dog”

In last issue’s eZine, Rob mentioned that he had spent some woodworking time building areas for his dog, who recently returned from a winter down South. Readers had a few things to say about that. – Editor “I was very touched by the your writing.

More Information: It’s a “Snow Bird Dog” http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/snow-bird-dog/

How to Get Some Use out of an Old Shop Step Stool

As our children grew, the stepstool they once needed was retired to my basement workshop. I’ve since repurposed it as a multilevel support next to my workbench. It assists the vise for holding longer or odd-shaped workpieces. A very handy shop helper!

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Using a Scrap Block to Make a High-Rise Mortiser

My Delta mortising machine lacked the vertical capacity for mortising some wider stock recently, so I bolted a 2″-thick hardwood spacer beneath the tool column to give the machine more “reach.” Now I can mortise workpieces up to 4-1⁄2″ tall.

More Information: Using a Scrap Block to Make a High-Rise Mortiser http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/using-scrap-block-make-high-rise-mortiser/

Oak Storage Bench

This is a bench i made for my son and his wife. It has a solid oak frame and the storage area is made from oak plywood.

More Information: Oak Storage Bench http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/oak-storage-bench/

Traditional Secretary

As I watched my daughter grow, I waited patiently for more than a decade to build this secretary. This year both she and I were ready for this ultimate heirloom.

More Information: Traditional Secretary http://www.popularwoodworking.com/article/traditional-secretary

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Office and contract companies continue as market leaders

The largest manufacturers and designers of office and contract furniture are large, progressive pacesetters in the industry, and are an important part of the FDMC 300.

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VIDEO: Building a Classic Bookcase

This step-by-step project video shows you how to build a classic oak bookcase. This bookcase can be built using dimension lumber that can be purchased at any home center. You only need a few portable power tools to build it, including a drill driver, circular saw, and router.

More Information: VIDEO: Building a Classic Bookcase http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/video-building-classic-bookcase/

Ethan’s Tool Of The Week - Milwaukee’s M18/M12 Wireless Jobsite Speaker

For this edition of Ethan’s Tool Of The Week, I’m highlighting Milwaukee’s M18/M12 Wireless Jobsite Speaker, because working without music is a sad sad thing.   First off I have to talk about the design.

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The Art of Making Dovetailed Drawers

Fine furniture calls for an elegant drawer. A master cabinetmaker shares his approach to design and fitting. There are just a few things my partner at Philadelphia Furniture Workshops, Alan Turner, and I don’t see eye-to-eye on. But how to make a good drawer isn’t one of them.

More Information: The Art of Making Dovetailed Drawers http://www.popularwoodworking.com/article/the-art-of-making-dovetailed-drawers-2

Woodworker’s Journal – May/June 2017

Projects Include: Porch Swing, Hanging Herb Garden, Barrel-shaped Birdhouse, Graceful Bar Cart and Dehumidification Kiln.

More Information: Woodworker’s Journal – May/June 2017 http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/woodworkers-journal-mayjune-2017/

Woodworker’s Journal – May/June 2017 Issue Preview

As spring turns to summer, the May/June issue of Woodworker’s Journal looks to the outdoors, with projects ranging from a relaxing Porch Swing to a turned Birdhouse, plus a Hanging Herb Garden.

More Information: Woodworker’s Journal – May/June 2017 Issue Preview http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/woodworkers-journal-mayjune-2017-issue-preview/

Getting a straight cut

Q. Sometimes we cut sheet goods and also large heavy timbers. The table saw and radial arm saw seem to give us some problems with getting a straight cut or long enough cut. The circular saw we have also seems to wander a bit and we get splinters on the top face. Any ideas? A.

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