Woodworking jigs ensure that cuts are straight, holes are plumb and parts are square—among many other things. And jigs are worth the time it takes to make them because you’ll use them over and over ...

In this short woodworking clip, I share a simple trick I use to get dead‑straight chisel cuts. I clamp a straight scrap piece ...

It was my first time using a miter saw—or any other power tool, for that matter—and I had just finished meticulously crosscutting four 7-inch faces for a plain wooden box. Despite being a novice ...

Learn which types of chisels work best for woodworking, carving, timber framing, and masonry. If you work with wood, stone, or metal, sooner or later you’ll need a chisel. Whether you’re making ...