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How to make a Workbench with the Kreg Jig!
Aug 24th
IF you want a nice workbench, you can make one yourself with just a few boards and some basic tools, inlcuding the Kreg Pocket Hole Jig System. Kreg has put together a great video series and here is episode one of how to make a workbench with the kreg jig. More >
How to Pick a Circular Saw
Jun 19th
Are you looking to purchase a circular saw? Decided that the old handsaw just isnt enough to help build your deck? Here’s how to pick a good circular saw that will do what you need and last a long time. Considerations include:
- Power — you want enough power for the saw More >
Plunge versus Fixed Base Router
Jun 18th
A tool that you may want to consider as you start to be come a true woodworker is a router. A router can help you add that professional edge to wood to make your boring woodworking projects suddenly look professional. The key to picking a router that will do what More >
DIY Book Review: American Boys Handy Book
May 26th
Do you own a copy of The American Boy’s Handy Book? If not, I’d recommend putting it on your wish list.
Here’s a classic DIY guide geared towards projects children (with adult supervision) to teens and adults can all enjoy. If you’ve never heard of the American Boy’s Handy Book, you More >
DIY Tool Review: Kreg Jig Jr. Pocket Hole Jig
May 17th
Today we’re looking at another tool I’ve recently purcahsed for DIY projects around the house, the Kreg Jig Jr. — the slightly smaller and less expensive cousin to the full Kreg Jig Master System. I saw the ads on TV and had to try it for myself.
Both systems are made by More >
Instructions on How to Use a Swanson Speed Square
May 6th
Today, we’re taking about the Swanson Speed Square. A speed square is an essential DIY tool for woodworking. Invented way back in 1930, the popularity of the Swanson speed square has grown substantially over time.
The speed square is a rafter square, miter square, try square, scribing guide, protractor and, perhaps More >
DIY Tool Review: Irwin Quick-Grip 59400CD 4-Inch Handi-Clamp
Apr 27th
Today, we’re looking at a tool I recently got to help make cuts on the projector project, the Irwin Quick-Grip 59400CD 4-Inch Handi-Clamp.
The Pros: Simple to use; if you can squeeze, you already know how to use it. Padded gripping surface.
The Cons: Mid-price at under 10 dollars. not the cheapest clamp, but More >
Make Your Own DIY Stud Finder
Apr 25th
Lost your stud finder and need to hang some shelving? Need a cheap Stud Finder? Why not DIY? Today’s cool DIY trick comes from: http://garages.about.com/od/toolsmaterials/qt/DIYstudfinder.htm
As you may know, there are many styles of stud finders out there, and most people prefer the simple, electronic Zircon-style that use battery power to More >
Basic Tools for Woodworking DIY Projects
Apr 14th
Let’s take a moment to talk about tools you’ll want when you are working on building or woodworking do-it-yourself projects.
You probably already have some things:
