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PROJECTS
Chairmaker’s Workbench (pg 22)
Compact but capable, this bench has a base built from
framing lumber, an excellent (and affordable) tail vise, and a sturdy
knock-down design.
Build a Terrific Tall Bureau (pg 36)
Who said bureaus have to be big? This diminutive
design offers plenty of valuable storage space, along with classic details like
dovetailed drawers, pleasing proportions and solid cherry construction.Dynamite Dining Table, Done Easy (pg 48)
Build your own version of this slab furniture project, which puts square edges on the outside and live edges on a meandering middle path highlighted with tinted glass.
Tools & Techniques
Cheapskate’s Guide to Diamonds (pg 28)
Who would have guessed that diamond abrasives could be
so affordable? Warning: This article could put your waterstones out of
business.Straight Talk on Straight Bits (pg 34)
Get a smart start at combining wood and steel to create your own unique designs.
Mastering Machine-Made Dovetails (pg 44)
Don’t tackle your next half-blind dovetail assignment
until you check out this expert advice.
Universal Jam Chuck (pg 55)
Here’s one turning project that will help you complete many others.
