Reader Submitted
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Sanding in Tight Quarters
Here’s a quick tool for sanding inside corners and other unreachable areas: apply a piece of sticky-backed (PSA) sandpaper to the blade of a putty knife.
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Keep Spray Nozzles Clear
Instead of turning my cans of spray finish and paint upside down and spraying the gas to clear the nozzle, I pull off the nozzles and drop them into a jar of mineral spirits and give it a few shakes.
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Reader’s Project Grab Bag
Occasionally, we get sent reader’s projects with only one or two pictures, and we’d still like to share these projects on the eZine. Here is a collection of some of our favorites.
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Teaching Woodworking to the Next Generation
eZine readers share their stories of how they have tried to pass on woodworking skills and interest to the next generations.
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Custom Country Coolers
One of our readers shares a couple of cool custom coolers with working drains and hand painted accessories with a little bit of Texas flair.
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To Spray or Not to Spray?
Do you reach for an HVLP for finishing, or is a brush or rag still your preference? Our readers weigh in.
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Jig-made Round Tenons
You can make round tenons easily with this scrap-made jig and a bottom-bearing pattern bit or mortising bit.
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Flag Memorial Case
This case displays the flag and allows a place for mementos. The case is made of solid Cherry with Maple accents. I used a black velvet background for the letter and other mementos.
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Reader Buzz on Bees
In response to Rob’s mention of a beehive project, eZine readers buzz about bees.
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Large Aquarium Stand and Bar
Reader Joe Acquisto built this stand and canopy for a customer. The cabinet is made up of maple frames, walnut door frames and the door panels are maple.