Est. 1998 — 27 years of woodworking knowledge
A woodworking workshop is a dedicated space or facility equipped with tools, machinery, and workbenches specifically designed for woodworking activities. It serves as a creative environment where woodworkers can plan, design, and craft various projects using a combination of hand tools and power tools.
by Kevin Kelly I’ve put together a summary of answers provided to me and others who have asked about what tools to buy, and hope it will make it easier and less time-consuming for other newbies than searching the archives. However, give that a shot anyway; you’ll find much more information than I can provide … Read more
by Dominic Greco 1.0 Introdution It was not by accident I became adept at repairing tools that had been submerged or exposed to excessive amounts of water. In September of 1999, Hurricane Floyd roared into Bucks County Pennsylvania. Before it was over, trees were toppled, power lines were torn down, and many of the local creeks … Read more
Hi folks, Well, I sent our esteemed webmaster Peter a copy of the only video we ever published, 16 years ago, of one of my oldest friends, Bill McCarthy, in the steam-powered woodworking shop that he set up in one of his barns. An avid historian who ran “Restoration Millwork,” a cabinet shop and architectural … Read more
Woodworkers are a thrifty and innovative bunch. When the need arises for a new tool or fixture or specialty jig, many prefer to make it from scratch if possible, not only to save money but also for the satisfaction that goes along with creative problem solving. When one of our regular visitors asked what kinds … Read more
These days, time is in short supply for most of us. Even though we enjoy sensory rewards of woodworking, we also want to accomplish something in our limited time in the shop. This time, I asked our visitors, “What are some of the approaches, habits, and practices that help you to work efficiently and avoid … Read more
Though woodworkers are a diverse group, the one common denominator is that they all have a place to do their woodworking. So, this time around, I asked our visitors, “What is the importance of your shop to you? What makes it special?” “My shop is my kingdom. I am the absolute ruler of this small … Read more
Woodworking is more than an aggregation of tools, techniques and projects; it’s also a state of mind, shared by kindred woodworking spirits around the world. Our shops are our sanctuaries–for creative thought and fulfilling work, not to mention escape from the pressures of day-to-day life. The shop environments that we create for ourselves are an … Read more
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