Tricks of the Trade
-
Drill Press Chuck Key Keeper
Keep your drill press chuck key within easy reach by attaching a key caddy.
-
Woodshop Feeler Gauge
An automotive feeler gauge can serve double-duty as a handy woodshop tool.
-
Manila Stencil
If you like to stencil wood projects, a manila folder makes a perfect low-cost stencil material.
-
Cookie Mold
Not only do these tins work fine, you’ll enjoy the added benefit of keeping your sweet tooth well satisfied.
-
Sander Support
Try as I may, I couldn’t avoid rocking the belt sander, resulting in an edge that was rounded and uneven.
-
Mini-Drawer for Blades
A short length of telescoping curtain rod makes a handy under the bench drawer for storing scroll saw blades.
-
Vacuum Nozzle Connector
Oftentimes, however, the power tool nozzle is not the same size as the vacuum hose nozzle.
-
Lid Sealer
Here’s yet another trick for minimizing the evaporation of paint or varnish that’s kept in a store-bought can.
-
Apron Suspenders
A lot of woodworkers like to wear full-length shop aprons, but many find that the neck string is rather annoying.
-
Gluing Circular Segments
This shop tip describes a method of gluing together pie shaped segments into a circle.
