Technique Collections

Joinery, Finishing

Logs To Lumber
Technique Collections

Logs To Lumber

Learn how to mill logs into lumber with this detailed guide. Whether using a sawyer or your own mill, turn trees into boards for your woodworking projects.

Table Saw Tune-Up
Technique Collections

Table Saw Tune-Up

Restore precision and performance to your table saw with this easy tune-up plan. Learn how to clean, adjust, and maintain your saw for accurate and safe cuts.

Locking Rabbet Joints
Technique Collections

Locking Rabbet Joints

Create strong, simple locking rabbet joints—both lipped and flush—for drawer construction. Step-by-step woodworking plan with clear illustrations.

Finishing Collection
Technique Collections

Finishing Collection

A collection of tips and techniques to bring your finishing to the next level.

Box Joints
Jigs & Fixtures

Box Joints

Box joints have it all — they’re strong, quick, and good-looking. And all you need is a dado blade and a “ten-minute” jig.

Window Makeover
DIY & Improvement

Window Makeover

With off-the-rack moldings and simple shop-made trim pieces, you can go from ho-hum to high-style windows in a weekend.

Dovetail Keys
Technique Collections

Dovetail Keys

Dovetail keys—perfect for boxes, chests, and fine projects. Strengthen miter joints and add decorative contrast with this easy-to-follow woodworking plan.

Mortise & Tenon
Video Plan
Technique Collections

Mortise & Tenon

There are several good ways to make a mortise and tenon joint. The trick is determining which one is best for the task at hand.

Routing Small Parts
Jigs & Fixtures

Routing Small Parts

A few router table accessories make it easy to get safe, accurate cuts

Tongue & Dado Joinery
Technique Collections

Tongue & Dado Joinery

This versatile joint makes it easy to create strong and sturdy cases and drawers.

Stub Tenon & Groove Joinery
Technique Collections

Stub Tenon & Groove Joinery

For frame and panel construction, stub tenon and groove joinery is hard to top. It's quick, strong, and very "table saw friendly."

25+ Router Tips Vol. 2
Woodworking Tips

25+ Router Tips Vol. 2

This collection of shop-made jigs, tips, and techniques will help you get the most from your router and make you a better woodworker.