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DIY Textured Wooden Bowls
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DIY Textured Wooden Bowls

A noteworthy woodworking trend of 2022 is an exploration of textures in wooden bowls. Bowl carving is a very broad and interesting branch of woodworking. My first attempt at bowl carving was about ...

Craft projectsHow to Install a Kitchen Shelf

How to Install a Kitchen Shelf

Like many, I am spending much more time at home this year. I live in a small cabin with a quaint (read: tiny) kitchen where counter space is prime real estate. Eventually, all my walls will be litt...

ClampsJapanese Saws Vs. Western Saws

Japanese Saws Vs. Western Saws

Introduction When comparing Western and Japanese saws, it’s important to understand that each is designed to function inside a particular tradition — specifically, a particular metho...

detail trim sawJapanese Woodworking Saws

Japanese Woodworking Saws

In contrast to Western saws, Japanese saws cut on the pull stroke, placing their fine hard steel in tension (stretching). The teeth are angled up toward the handle, which is what allows for this bl...

WoodworkingThe Ultimate Guide to Sharpening Wood Carving Tools

The Ultimate Guide to Sharpening Wood Carving Tools

The scent of wood shavings ushers in memories of your grandfather’s old shop—the one where you developed your love of wood carving. And to this day, your life’s greatest moments are filled with woo...

woodworkingEasy DIY Picture Frames | Kelsey Watson

Easy DIY Picture Frames | Kelsey Watson

​Picture frames make great gifts and woodworkers of all skill levels can make one, even beginners. One of the harder parts of creating a frame is making the rabbets, the space that will hold the pi...