Such a simple little device that seems to defy gravity. These Wine Bottle Balancers are really easy to make and are great to give as gifts. Check out the file download section for a measured drawing.

This sturdy pool table is made with an Arts and Crafts design.  The multi-part video series covers the project in great detail!

The pool table is designed in the Arts and Crafts style and will be constructed almost exclusively from Quartersawn White oak plywood.  I've come up with some creative ways to conceal the plywood and ensure the table has a solid wood appearance.  The entire build process is being video documented and presented as a multipart series.

Some background about the project -

I was given a "donor" table by my Aunt and Uncle in exchange for some carpentry work.  From the donor table, I plan to use the slate and the bumpers.

My design requirements -

• I wanted to build the table with an authentic Arts and Crafts style, but I didn't to spend a ton on wood.  I love quartersawn white oak, but it's expensive.  I came up with some creative ways to get the look I was after without buying any solid QS white oak.
• I wanted a massive look to the legs.
• Sturdy and somewhat lightweight (lighter than solid wood.
  Incorporate some materials other than wood that may have been used in original A&C pieces.  I plan on using Copper and Leather to trim out the upper portion of the table.

Some background about the project -

• Part 1  The Leg Columns
  Using the Lock Miter Bit to make a hollow column.  I demonstrate how to easily setup and use the lock miter bit to make a four sided hollow colum. 
• Part 2 Leg Cross members and slats
  laminating, chamfer technique, MLCS edge band bit.  I also demonstrate the basics of pattern routing to make duplicate parts. 
• Part 3 Mortising / Loose Tenon joinery
  Using my motorized router lift and modified tenon jig, I demonstrate the efficiency and versatility of router table mortising to make the joinery for the leg system. 
• Part 4 Veneering - Feet for the Leg Columns
  The hollow foot will lend a substantial look to the bottom of the columns, and at the same time, the foot collar will conceal any shims underneath the columns that may be necessary to level the legs.  
• Part 5 Corbels - A tough design decision
  This video focuses on the Corbels of the leg system.  The design of the corbels is discusses and the techniques used to create them are shown in detail.  
• Part 6 (not yet released) Stain and Finishing of the Leg Parts
  I demonstrate the advantage of staining and finishing prior to assembly.  It's much easier to stain and finish parts before assembly.  This also shows my finish schedule. 
• Part 7 (not yet released) Dry fit and Assembly of the Legs
  Illustrates how loose tenon joinery can simplify assembly.

The Remaining videos topics and release schedule are yet to be determined.  Sign up to be notified when new videos become available.

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This project details the assembly of WOOD Magazine's Universal Tablesaw Jig. The hardware kit shown in the video is from Schlabaugh & Sons.

Part I of the video shows how to construct the kit and explains the basics of the how the Universal Tablesaw Jig operates. The laser engraved table accurately sets angles for miter cuts on the tablesaw. The alignment pins making setting the jig for 90 degree crosscuts a breeze. The jig also operates as a taper jig.

Part II of the video details the various operations that can be performed with WOOD Magazine's Universal Tablesaw Jig. This woodworking video shows how to use the jig for crosscutting, mitering, tapering and panel cutting.

I'm often asked if the Kit offered from Schlabaugh and Sons is worth buying, or can you build this jig yourself?  Read my review of the kit here.

Router Table Mortising with Loose Tenon Joinery to make a Tool Stand.

The 26 minute woodworking video illustrates a complete project from start to finish. You will see the principles of loose tenon (or floating tenon) joinery applied to make a sturdy tool stand.

Shown in the video:

• Stock preparation using the planer and jointer.
• Making legs, aprons, and cross members for the project.
• Mortising on the router table.
• Having a repeatable setup for mortising by using a modified tenon jig.
• Efficient mortising technique - this project has 32 mortises.
• The benefits of a foot-activated motorized router lift. Glue and assembly of the project.
• Adding swivel casters to the project.
• Making loose tenons for joinery.

The video is instructional and gives the basics of loose tenon joinery. More importantly, it provides the foundation required for furniture building.