In my last build, I made a really large wood picture frame with splines and I thought I’d share how I made a super simple corner clamping jig to clamp and align the corners during the glue up process. Watch the 2 minute video or read on! Click here to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel for more DIY […]
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This project began with me wanting to make a picture frame. I was doing some research on how I wanted to reinforce the mitered corner joints and that’s when I realized something. The corner splines I often see people use on decorative boxes and picture frames aren’t just decorative. They actually make the mitered joint
One of the easiest ways to hang frames flush against the wall is using keyhole slots. They are easy to make with a keyhole router bit. The tricky part is making all your keyholes the same distance from the top of the frame so your picture will be level. You can make a simple keyhole
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If you’re into woodworking or even just own a table saw, I can bet you have a collection of scrap wood and cut offs lying around just like me. I reached a point when I could barely move around in my shop because of the various piles of wood that seem to accumulate everywhere. While
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If you’re wondering why do I need a zero clearance insert for my miter saw? I have just one word for you: tearout. Ever noticed that the wood fibers seem all frayed along the cut when using your miter saw or table saw? That’s tearout. The wood fibers get ripped away by the blade because of
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Homemade jointer guard If you’re like me, you love finding a good deal on Craigslist, especially when it comes to tools. You sometimes have to be patient, but oh the satisfaction when you snag that sweat deal. On the down side, that often means you’ll need to do a little work to get the tool
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If you use power tools such as a table saw, router table or jointer, you already (hopefully) know the importance of using push sticks and push blocks is key to keeping your fingers safe. Making your own push blocks is easy using plywood scraps and an old mouse pad. Materials you’ll need to make these push
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There are many posts out there about how to build your own cordless drill storage rack. It’s a nifty way to store your drills/drivers, chargers and bits on the wall, in a compact way. I had a bunch of spare plywood lying around, so I thought I would put them to good use and build
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With wood burning season upon us, I decided it was time to start chopping wood in order to cut some bigger logs into smaller kindle. I inherited of this rusty old axe, so I thought I’d give it a try. After doubting my axe swinging skills for a minute, I realized that even the mightiest of
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How to restore your old wood front door A wood front door is a great feature when it comes to your home’s curb appeal. However, years of exposure to sunlight, rain, snow and frost can significantly damage an exterior wood door and leave it looking worn out. With regular maintenance, your wood door can last
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