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Looking for a straightforward introductory woodworking project?

Here’s one for all the stirrers…

How to Mix Shellac

Steve Hay gives a practical demo on shellac and how to prepare it for use.

It’s amazing what a woodworker can do with a butane torch, boot polish and milk paint.

Terry Gordon of HNT Gordon shows how easy it is to create ogee shaped mouldings with handplanes.

In this video Steve Hay explains some of the benefits of traditional hide glue and shows that it is easy it is to use.

A video tutorial shows how to create strong joints with just one handplane.

A personalised grip and look are two benefits of replacing saw and plane handles with those you make yourself. Terry O’Loughlin shows how.

A small footprint workstation with huge capacity. Story by Geoff Birtles.

Shades of Black

Steve Hay shows how everyday household items can be used to make ebonizing mixtures.

Two simple solutions from Steve Hay for keeping glue flowly freely when you most need that to happen.

How to have running water in your shed for under $50.

Mitre Bench

Cut one board, join with two mitres and you have a contemporary and stylish bench seat. By Graham Sands.

Mulberry Bowls

Andrew Potocnik shows how to get the most out of ‘in the round’ branch timbers.

A versatile gluing up aid that definitely won't break the bank.