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Make the most of your tools and talents: articles, profiles, how-to guides, and more from the staff of Garrett Wade.

Japanese Saws Vs. Western Saws

By Jeff Kocan

Introduction When comparing Western and Japanese saws, it’s important to understand that each is designed to function inside a particular tradition &mdash… Read More

Using Sharpening Stones

By Garrett Wade

This guide is designed to help you select the proper sharpening tools, and to instruct you in their care and use, so that you can look forward to years of satisfying, qu… Read More

Talking Woodworking with Jake Hogue

By Evan Kanarakis

Jacob Hogue is the founder of Oak City Woodshop, a custom woodworking company specializing in both residential and commercial work, based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Interestingly enough, Jacob’s d… Read More

Get Shod – These Shapes She Carves, These Shoes I Crave

By Anne Marika Verploegh Chassé

Stepping into my atelier you might notice the smell of leather, wood, shoe-polish, glue. You might notice the many tools hanging on one side of the wall. Above the two sewing machines a variety… Read More

A Green Woodworking Primer

By Brianna Harden

Let’s deconstruct a concept that’s become a flash-point of buzz, obsession, and occasional skepticism: green woodworking. The word “green” refers to the wood’s moisture content—it’s relatively w… Read More

Anne of All Trades on Making Things With Your Own Hands

By Tara Austen Weaver

“Making something has always been my passion,” says Anne Briggs, the energetic force behind Anne of All Trades: a blog, YouTube channel, and Instagram account where she chronicles a life devoted to… Read More

A Blog About Gardening, Cooking, Design & More

A thriving home garden can adds to your life in so many ways: beautifying your surroundings, providing fresh, trustworthy food for your family, even potentially raising the value of your property. Our blog has plenty of articles and tips to get the most out of your gardening time and tools, from soil prep to planting to harvesting—and then we’ll help you make the most of your bounty, whether you’re preparing fresh salsa or arranging freshly cut flowers. From DIY repairs to the garden, explore our blog and learn with us!

A Blog About Woodworking, Repairs, and DIY Everything

If any one thing defines a Garrett Wade customer, it’s the do-it-yourself spirit. We provide the tools to make or repair just about anything you can think of, and our blog is an invaluable resource when it comes to woodworking, home improvement, crafting, and so much more. Need a new tool but don’t know which version to get? We break down the differences. Want to get the most out of a new tool? We’ve got step-by-step tutorials to help you perfect your technique. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or a seasoned pro, we’re sure you’ll learn something new here.

About Garrett Wade

Garrett Wade has been making, sourcing, and selling top-quality tools and more since 1975. Our customers are passionate about woodworking, gardening, cooking and baking, home improvement, and the DIY ethos of making and fixing—and so are we. With a dedication to small, family-run businesses and an eye for craftsmanship and quality, we take tremendous pride in connecting makers with the best possible tools for the job at hand. We stand by everything we sell, and everything we carry is backed by a 90-day money-back guarantee.