Slice, dice and serve in style on this easy, attractive board. We’ll show you a simple way to dry-fit the parts, scribe the arc and then glue the whole thing together. We used a 4-ft. steel ruler to ...

In this woodworking video, I share a collection of cool projects that combine practical shop builds with more creative ideas you can use around the home. From custom toolboxes designed to keep a ...

These jigs improve accuracy, safety, and versatility for woodworkers of all skill levels, helping make everyday cuts and ...

The life of a woodworker is one filled with imprecise mistakes. Whether you're taking your first steps in the shop or are a steady hand at the table saw (such as a jobsite saw or a substitute for the ...

When your woodworking joints aren't perfectly aligned, there's a way to fill the gaps that will make them unnoticeable. Wood joinery can be an enjoyable, yet maddening pursuit. The ideal wood joint ...

You might have heard that if you're the man of the house, you should have some handy skills, like repairing cars, fixing electrical issues, and doing basic woodworking. These skills not only save ...

POP Projects is a collection of new and classic projects from more than a century of Popular Mechanics. Master skills, get tool recommendations, and, most importantly, build something of your very own ...

Wood can be the material of choice for many kinds of projects, but it often falls out of the running in favor of metal or plastic if it needs to take a threaded fastener. But with a little ingenuity ...

You can begin by putting a few drops of dish soap in a quart of water to help scrub away dirt and grime. For more stubborn ...