Printing Patterns for Templates

Posted by DaveRichards Every so often I field questions about how to print full size patterns from SketchUp models. If the user is using the pro version, I suggest that the create a scene in SketchUp and send it to LayOut…

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Trim Plywood Edging Flush, Simply and Safely

Posted by FineWoodworkingEditors Sometimes it’s better to bring the workpiece to the router

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Making a Crematory Urn Box: Part I

Posted by DougStowe The same techniques used in building this specialty box can be used in any box-making project

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The Back Rest on a Corner Chair

Posted by Killenwood I built one of these corner chairs in 1982 – it would have been nice to have access to SketchUp at that time. Recently, I modeled the chair – it is based on a sketch by Wallace Nutting in his book…

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Turning bowls for hungry souls

Posted by MKenney Houston furniture maker Clark Kellogg is in the midst of a 100 day project. He’s turning 1 bowl a day. The 100 bowls will be sold and the money goes to Houston Food Bank.

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Cutting and Fitting a Blind Finger Joint

Posted by Jay_Speetjens A recent project allows for some funky experimentation with mitered finger joints.

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Get an Edge Up on Your Shoulder Plane

Posted by FineWoodworkingEditors A bit of work on the blade makes a big difference

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Armless Carpenter Turns to his Feet

Posted by Tom Handless woodworker in Ethiopia earns a living despite his setback

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How to make a sacrificial rip fence that never wears out

Posted by MKenney On a recent trip to Michael Fortune’s shop, I picked up a cool way to make a sacrificial fence that partially buries your dado set.The best part about it is that the blade never cuts into the fence.

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UPDATE: Google SketchUp Guide for Woodworkers – The Basics with Dave Richards

Posted by BetsyE See who won a copy of Google SketchUp Guide for Woodworkers – The Basics

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