Popular Woodworking

Whether it's a solo or group project, a home-improvement undertaking or a simple piece of art, Popular Woodworking lets you into the world of woodworking crafts. Each issue of Popular Woodworking features numerous projects for the expert craftsperson and the interested beginner.

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Popular Woodworking

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Tooley Park Big Compass Kit

Woodpecker CT Blades by Starrett

Harvey’s Spider M-1500 Pro Mobile Base

Veritas Hacking Knife

Carbon Method Carbon Coat

Cottrill Paste & Hard Wax

Milwaukee M18 FUEL 5" Random Orbital Sander

Versa-Fence Upgrade

Hercules OSHA-Compliant Dust Extractor

Shellac: A Challenging Finish • This traditional finish can be tricky to apply.

Making a Shellac Pad

Rabbeting by Hand • Cutting rabbets by hand can quickly and easily be done with vintage and modern planes alike. Both just take a little know-how.

Moxon Vise • This Moxon classic Vise Moxon vise allows you to hold a wide board at a comfortable height.

Craftsman Desk • Bur Oak and Craftsman design make this desk a classic look with a modern use.

portable Workbench Sidekick

Hillview Tool • Tony Rouleau from New York is applying his machinist’s career to make heirloom-quality tools.

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Rudolf Steiner School • In the basement of a Manhattan low-rise, Yoav Liberman is introducing kids to woodworking during the school day.