Weekly Editorial

  • Trading Tool Stories

    In this issue, Chris checks out your first tools, continuing the work of Wendell Castle, Surface Sanding and two handy workshop plans.

  • Norm on Measuring Twice

    In this issue, Chris dissects an old saying, sanding techniques, a new dust collection innovation, plus two workbench plans for two different situations.

  • Origin Stories

    In this issue, Chris remembers his first tool, tips on sanding and finishing, plus project plans for a dog kennel and slab table.

  • Cherry and Other Favorites

    In this issue, Chris digs up cherry memories, plus a sanding overview, storing bits, and plans for a table and a wall shelf with unique finishes.

  • What’s Your Favorite Wood Species?

    In this Issue, Chris gets enthusiastic about cherry, a Laguna bandsaw preview, a glue storage tip, plus plans for a tray and bedside table.

  • The Effects of Focus

    In this issue, Chris Marshall finds his focus, advice on book matching panels and installing edging, plus and outdoor chair and a gardening cart.

  • Fantastically Elastic!

    In this issue, Chris ponders the magnificent properties of nature, a slab flattening tool and a turning safety tip, plus plans for an outdoor game and a patio table.

  • The Heat is On!

    In this issue, Chris works through the heat, a look at new products, a flag restoration, plus projects for making a historic table and an outdoor chair.

  • Solutions for Summer Sizzling

    In this issue, Chris seeks shelter from the heat, sandpaper rolls, making a carving mallet, plus plans for outdoor chairs and a bike rack.

  • Be Thoughtful About Contrast

    In this issue, Chris gets valuable advice about overcomplication, cutting tenons, taking your time and plans for a picnic table and tabletop fire pit.