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Shop Note 2

Finally tuned the table saw fence. Should have done this months ago – the difference is night and day. I’ve been fighting with this Grizzly...

Shop Note 1

Glue dried faster than expected today. One of those happy accidents that actually worked in my favor this time. I was working on a set...

Finally Milled That Rough Lumber

Bought rough lumber last week. Finally got it milled flat today. Lost an inch of thickness. Worth it. The grain underneath was hiding some nice...

Sharpening Day

Sharpening day. Spent the morning on the stones. Everything cuts better now. Should do this weekly. Never do. Always glad when I finally get around...

Client Changed Their Mind Again

Client changed their mind. Again. Third time on the same table design. Starting to wonder if they actually want a table at all. Here is...

Workshop Smell After First Snow

Workshop smell after the first snow. Sawdust, linseed oil, and the faint edge of cold air through the window gaps. Something about it feels like...

Some Jobs Are Not Worth Taking

Customer wanted a coffee table by Friday. It is Wednesday. The walnut slab is not even dry yet. Explained how wood movement works. How the...

Broke My Favorite Chisel Today

Broke my second best chisel today. The one I have had since woodworking school. Tried to use it as a pry bar. Knew better, did...

Steve Ramsey Retiring From YouTube

After 15 years of weekly videos and over 1.5 million subscribers, YouTube woodworker Steve Ramsey announced he is stepping back from regular video production on...