Make Your Own Stool Sample – A True Gag Gift
As we age, it becomes increasingly more likely that we’ll be asked to produce a stool sample. Why wait until the doctor asks that you “keep a log”? Be prepared, I say! Go ahead and …
Written by: Steve
Woodworking
CNC Machines – Real Woodworking or Cheater Cheater Pumpkin Eater
There’s been a debate brewing for several years now among hobbyist woodworkers: Can CNC machines be used in “real” woodworking? Let’s explore this! For those residing under rocks, a CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine is …
Written by: Steve
The Cube of Destiny – Another Fun Wood Carving How To
The Cube of Destiny is the first of my “Sorcerers’ Cubes”, a trilogy of carved hardwood cubes I plan to create. Geometrically, this shape is known as a “tesseract”, or “hypercube”. Theoretically, it’s the 3D …
Written by: Steve
Carving a Wood Cross with Rings – For Non-Christians Too!
Here’s a woodcarving I designed almost 20 years ago. It just seemed like it’d be cool. I got around to actually making it only 3 years ago. Hey, I’m prompt: no matter how long it …
Written by: Steve
Painting, Storage, Woodworking
Bag It And Tag It With StopLossBags To Keep That Varnish Minty Fresh!
Whether you’re a woodworker or cabinetmaker, a finish carpenter who installs a lot of wood trim, or just an avid DIYer, you’ve undoubtedly had the experience of opening up a partially used can of stain …
Written by: Phil
Gluing Myths And Mysteries – Glue Clamping Pressure and How to Measure It
Want to start an epic battle among your woodworking friends? Ask them how they measure clamping pressure when they’re gluing up a project. You’re likely to get a variety of responses, ranging from “don’t clamp …
Written by: Phil
Accessories, Rockler, Safety, Woodworking
Stop Duct Taping Your Dust Collection Hoses – Rockler Dust Right Kit Rocks
I have a confession to make. Once upon a time, I lost the one stupid adapter that would connect my Makita compound sliding miter saw to my shop vac hose. For years it was attached …
Written by: Rich
Gear, Rockler, Tools, Woodworking
Rockler Bandy Clamps – Spring Clamps That Don’t Suck!
Spring clamps. I have a love/hate relationship with them. For years and years, I only bought the old school metal spring clamps for a few specific uses around the shop. Inevitably, the little rubber boots …
Written by: Rich
DEWALT DW735X Portable Planer Review – Bad News For Snipe Hunters
As I have admitted previously, my woodworking skills fall somewhere between nonexistent and marginal. I really enjoy working with wood, though (even if the feeling isn’t mutual), and someday I WILL make something every bit …
Written by: Phil
DIY Discussion, News, Rockler, Woodworking
The New Rockler DIY Speaker Kit – Banish The Plywood, Rockler Style!
I love my tunes. When I go to do a job, there are certain tools that ALWAYS go along, whether I think I’ll need them or not. Among them are a cordless drill or impact …
Written by: Phil