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Stop Buying Tools Until You Know What You Want to Build
Tool shopping is one of woodworking’s great side hobbies. Or maybe we should call it a guilty pleasure. Whether you’re scoping out the local flea markets hoping to find an old Stanley Bailey #4 in need of some TLC, or maybe you’re waiting for that shiny new 3HP Sawstop to go on sale at your local Woodcraft, tool lust is something nearly all of us experience. If you don’t believe me, go to YouTube. The most viewed videos are usually spec sheet “algorithm bait” tool reviews. Speaking for myself...
7 Woodworking Rules I Break on Purpose
Woodworking rules exist for good reasons. They keep new woodworkers safe and help avoid ruined workpieces. But somewhere along the way a few useful guidelines turned into hard and fast rules that get repeated whether they fit the job or not.After more than 20 years in the shop, there are seven of them I ignore on a regular basis. I don't break them to be rebellious or reckless. I break them because I understand why they exist, what could go wrong, and when the usual advice does not fit the...
You asked for more, so Guild Preview Weekends are staying
The first Guild Preview weekend went better than we hoped. You watched over 4,000 hours, rated it 4.6 out of 5, and a lot of you asked us to do it again.So we are. Guild Preview Weekends are now a regular thing. Drop in at any time or leave it running all weekend long!We are live right now with 13 complete Guild courses, start to finish, free. Every one of them is new this weekend, so there is nothing to re-watch. We also have a new interactive schedule! First up is the Hall Tree Storage...
You asked, we listened - Guild courses are now streaming 24/7
The number one piece of feedback we've gotten over the years?"I just want to watch the Guild videos. I don't want to build it."We hear you. So we're trying something new this weekend.Introducing The Wood Whisperer Guild Classroom! A 24/7 YouTube stream playing select Guild courses around the clock, completely free.→ Tune in anytime, day or night→ Full courses play back to back → No tools required. Just pull up a chair (or build one later)→ Once a course finishes its run on the stream, it's...
New Episode: When She Gives Away Your Tools | Wood Talk 611
• Why chopping on a workbench works so much better than working on the floor• How to set honest timelines for custom furniture clients• Whether a workbench top can be too thick• Matt’s bandsaw rehab and Shannon’s flea-market tool flipping• Marc’s recent open house and the final stages of his dining table Watch Episode 611 Or listen/read the show notes on our website Wood Talk is proudly sponsored by Woodcraft. Use code WT2026 for 10% off regularly priced merchandise. Happy building,Marc, Matt...
The Blotch-Free Finish Guide
You spent hours building something beautiful. The joinery is tight, the surfaces are smooth, and you’re finally ready to bring the piece to life by applying a clear coat or stain. At first, everything seems great. But within seconds, you begin to notice dark patches appearing across the surface like a bad rash (it's poison ivy season, so I know what I'm talking about). Some sections are light and vibrant and others are dark and muddy. What's going on?! Well, congratulations. You’ve met...
New Episode: Jazz Hands Joinery | Wood Talk 610
A brand new episode of Wood Talk is live!This week, Marc, Matt, and Shannon tackle the pros and cons of cordless tools, whether you can safely use Blade Cote on a SawStop blade, workbench setup tips for left-handed woodworkers, and how their design sensibilities have evolved over the years.What's on the Bench: Marc is cutting big bevels on his table legs and prepping the shop before vacation Matt is working on a coffee table commission Shannon made a cheese slicer (because Woodcraft told him...
Before SketchUp, before CNC… there was this
Hey there, I've got a CNC, a laser, and a 3D printer all within arm's reach of my bench. I use SketchUp constantly. I'm not anti technology at all. But there's one low tech habit I've never been able to give up: drawing furniture full size on paper. And in my new video, I show you exactly why. 'm in the middle of designing a large table for a friend right now, and it's a great case study for this. I started in SketchUp just to get the shape out of my head. I even ran the model through AI to...
Best Non-Yellowing Finish for White Oak + Father's Day Sale!
Don’t miss the Father’s Day Sale in the Guild! Use code DADDY40 for 40% off a single course (excludes pre-orders and recent releases) Light woods are having a moment right now. White oak, maple, ash, and birch are showing up everywhere in furniture and cabinetry, thanks to their clean, natural appearance. But woodworkers know there’s one problem: The moment you apply finish, everything changes. That pale white oak can suddenly turn amber. Maple can take on yellow or orange tones. And the...
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