MD_woody


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Re: 8 non-woodworking tools for woodworkers

So many great ideas here! Most of mine are already mentioned, but I'll add a few more:

- Meat trays for sorting hardware and keeping parts from rolling away.
- Dry erase board and markers for drawing up new ideas and writing shopping or to do lists. Kids love our "design sessions" for new projects.
- Three ring binders with clear document holders for organizing owners manuals, instructions, etc.
- Brown kraft paper on a roll for small projects. It keeps the bench clean and gives you a place to draw, write measurements, layout parts, etc.
- READING GLASSES!
- Gloves - I never wear 'em while using tools, but I almost always wear gloves when unloading the truck, loading wood, transporting tools, etc. I hate splinters and sharp metal edges!
- Tweezers (see "splinters" above!)
- ziploc bags in many sizes
- sharpie