Woodworker's Journal

Woodworker’s Journal is the magazine for people who love to work with wood. Woodworkers of any skill level will find top-tier plans to build great projects, expert reviews of woodworking tools, and a ton of woodworking tips and techniques. Get Woodworker's Journal digital magazine subscription today and get inspired and motivated.

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Woodworkers Journal • THE VOICE OF THE WOODWORKING COMMUNITY

LETTERS • The Heat is On

TRICKS OF THE TRADE • Economical Jigs for Sharpening, Drawing

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS • Which is Better, a Disc or Belt Sander?

Lopping the Loaf • A sweet solution is at hand

SHOP TALK • Design in Wood Show Draws 365 Entries

Turning a Pepper Mill & Matching Salt Shaker • This culinary set requires precise drilling and turning.

More than Wood: Cutting Different Materials with Your Scroll Saw • Challenge your creativity while expanding your skills.

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Tile-topped Plant Stand • Curved lines and quarter-sawn grain combine to make this little plant stand a pretty piece. The ceramic tile top resists water and adds an attractive accent to the dark dyed wood.

WHISKEY BARREL STAVE CANDLE HOLDER • This barrel stave centerpiece is inviting to look at and easy to make.

Wireless Speaker • This wireless speaker with custom wood cabinet is sure to please the audiophile on your gift list. It’s also downright fun to make.

21st Century Desk Caddy

Holiday Suggestions for Your Wish List • Want a way to spread holiday cheer… maybe even into your own shop? Check out these quality products from Rockler Woodworking and Hardware.

TOOL PREVIEW • One Hundred Years of DELTA

Power Jointers: Surface Prep Made Easy • Straight, flat and squared stock won’t guarantee a perfect outcome, but it’s an excellent place to start any project. A trusty mid-size jointer can help get you there.

Game Table Trio • We used a cutting-edge new CNC tool to make this multi-game table. You can build it conventionally, too.

WHAT’S IN STORE • Compact Solutions for a Cleaner Shop, Air

Pre-finishing and Glue • Coloring wood with dye rather than a typical pigment stain can be a great choice in certain finishing situations.

Woodworking Tools & Supplies Index December 2019

DID YOU KNOW? • Woodworking trivia: Leak-tested