Small wood "keys" create the traditional look of a dovetail joint -- without all the work. Plus they add strength to the mitered corners of a box. One big advantage of dovetail-shaped “keys” (splines) running across the miter in the corner of a box is they help...
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Dovetailed Router Bit Cabinet
Dovetail keys at the corners reinforce the joints to make a stronger cabinet. Plus a clear plastic door panel lets you see what’s inside. Router bits and neckties have a number of things in common. It doesn’t take long before you accumulate a sizable number of each....
Dovetailed Shoulder Plane
Make an heirloom tool and learn the secret to creating double dovetails in metal — it’s easier than you think. Hand tools are fascinating. Often times they’re a simple form that is designed for one purpose. How they look is overshadowed by how they perform. Of course...
Dovetailed Tool Tote
Classic joinery and a unique drawer catch are sure to challenge your skills. Having a place for your most-used hand tools and supplies makes every project go a little smoother. The tool tote you see here fills the bill. It’s a take-off of a shipwright’s toolbox....
Downdraft Sanding Table
This project can turn a dust-filled shop into a pleasant work area. Article shows you how to construct a simple downdraft sanding table using plywood cardboard and inexpensive lighting diffusers. Article includes construction information cutting list and diagrams....
Drill Bit Storage
If your drill bits have a habit of disappearing into a "black hole" build this handy storage system to keep them close by. With this simple storage system you can store your bits near the drill press where you use them most. But when you need to work at the bench or...
Drill Bit Storage Center
You’ll never “misplace” a drill bit or accessory again with this combination wall-mounted storage cabinet and chest. Most of us strive to get our work done in an efficient manner. Having tools and accessories well organized is critical to meeting that goal. That was...
Drill Press Accessory Cabinet
Is the storage for your drill press bits and accessories bursting at the seams? This wall cabinet will keep everything organized and close at hand. A drill press is one of the most versatile machines in my shop. The problem is keeping track of all the bits and...
Drill Press Belt Sander
No space for a full-size edge sander? No Problem! This this shop-built accessory transforms your ordinary drill press into a belt sander with all the features of a full-size machine. What you get: 9 printable (digital) pages of detailed how-to instructions ensure your...
Drill Press Depth Stop
With a few pieces of simple hardware you can build this add-on to make drilling holes at a consistent depth faster and easier. The depth stop on some drill presses seems like an afterthought. Setting it can be a fussy operation. That’s where the upgrade you see here...