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A preview of articles from
issue #192, September 2009
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Limbert-style Arts & Crafts Table
Around the turn of the 20th century, Charles Limbert developed a
distinctive furniture style. While inherently Arts & Crafts, it also
used curves and decorative cutouts. Here's our take on one of his
classics.
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Super-simple Shelf/Towel Rack
Though perfectly suited for your bath or kitchen,this project also can
be used to hold quilts and collectibles throughout your house.
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Great Gift! Tapered Music Box
Mahogany and maple blend harmoniously in a box as beautiful as the music
within.
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Router Table and Organizer
Whether you keep it simple or dress it up, this project will become your
shop's one-stop router headquarters.
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Desktop Printer Stand
Create--and organize--space under your computer's printer with this
weekend project.
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Quick Jig: Fence-ridin' Saddle Jig
Not just a one-trick pony, this fence saddle rides to your rescue when
balancing tall pieces on the tablesaw.
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4 Ways to Rev-up Your Router Table
Our editors choose four accessories that will dramatically improve your
table's performance.
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Pick the Perfect Table-mounted Router
Is there such a thing? We found three that fit the bill.
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Great Substitute Wood Products
There's more to like than oak, pine, and plywood. Like these newcomers, for example.
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5 Problem-solving Hand Tools
....every woodworker should own and use
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Tool Test: Rail-guided Circular Saws
Are these circ-saws-on-steroids worth their plump price tags? We test
five models to find out.
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Shop-Proven Products
The new Unisaw and more.
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Success Secrets for Applying Shellac
There's nothing flaky about using this film finish. You'll be surprised
what its many variations can do.
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Challenge Skill: Cutting Beveled Tapers
Compound cuts may feel more like geometry than joinery. But our
easy-to-make jig eliminates any complex math.
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On the Cover: Tips from Norm
In his third decade on TV, Norm Abram continues to educate millions of
PBS viewers about woodworking and home remodeling. We visited his Boston
workshop to get an inside look at the man and share his best pearls of
woodworking wisdom.
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6 Sounding Board
8 Shop Tips
72 Ask WOOD
88 What's Ahead |
