I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again (and keep saying it)—the people you meet in the woodworking community are some of the best around. Recently, I met a gentleman by the name of Larry—that’s him in the Packers sweater. (I offered to send him a better sweater, such as a Miami Dolphins one……

With sweat equity and a few simple tools, you can split strong, stable stock. Though sawn lumber was available to 17th- and 18th-century European woodworkers in Colonial America, many American craftsmen split wood to produce stock for furniture. Rive or split marks are typical of 17th-century furniture and not at all uncommon on the finest…

On this week’s episode of the ShopNotes Podcast, Phil and John talk about learning and teaching, having shop tourists, the concept of persistence and so much more! Find all of the ShopNotes podcast episodes here.

I’m going to admit that there are aspects of my life that I live (and view) “inside the box.” Woodworking, as an industry, tends to be one of those. Our (magazine) audience is concentrated in the United States, and that’s usually where my scope of the industry lies (toolmakers aside—some of my favorites are from…

This hardwood is best harvested for its bark and wood soon after cutting. Green woodworking has a different set of criteria when it comes to stockpiling material. Unlike those who work with seasoned stock, those of use who use green wood try to keep a large log from drying at all; we want to rive…

On this weeks episode of the ShopNotes Podcast, it’s just Phil and Logan talking about repairing, customizing, and modifying tools, plus some discussion of shop coffee. Come back next week for an update on John’s drainage issues… Check out the Free plan o’ the week, an Outfeed Table. Find all of the ShopNotes podcast episodes…

On this week’s episode of the ShopNotes Podcast, John, Logan, and Phil debate and explain the process of finding and working with “found” wood. You can find the WoodsmithPlans.com Free Plan O’ The Week here. Thanks to our sponsor, Titebond Wood Glues, they have the glue you need to get the job done with confidence….

Trade dangers revealed in 17th-century journals. I thought of Nehemiah Wallington (1598-1658) when I set up my lathe in my nearly finished workshop. A few times a year he pops up in my mind. He was a turner in Puritan-era London, and as unhappy a soul as you might meet. I know of him through…

Woodworking is full of smaller subcultures and disciplines that utilize a wide range of tools and techniques. This week we’re looking at one of the most popular: turning. We’ll be sharing our best articles and videos on woodturning from the top modern woodturners. Whether you’re an expert or just getting started, you’re sure to find…