Joinery

by Gary Rogowski

With a simple form that allows many variations, the trestle table can look contemporary or classic. The trestles, the stretcher that joins them, even the top, all ...

by Kevin Kauffunger

This Edward Barnsley-inspired table incorporates many of that designer's trademark elements. In the course of building the table, Kevin Kauffunger demonstrates ...

by Christian Becksvoort

This low chest is a twist on the traditional Shaker blanket chest. While its size and appearance are similar to that of a blanket chest and it can fit at the foot ...

by Doug Stowe

This striking box, with its maple sides and contrasting mesquite top, is one of Doug Stowe's favorites and is an ideal project for demonstrating a continuous-grain ...

by Jonathan Binzen

Japanese master craftsman Kintaro Yazawa takes traditional joinery to a new level

by Kelly J. Dunton

Inspired by the designs of Gustav Stickley, this small table is made from quartersawn white oak, fumed to an authentic Arts and Crafts finish. Pegged through-tenons ...

by Ed Welch

Cutting dovetails in curved drawers is a challenging project. Here, furniture maker Ed Welch explains how he goes about laying out and cutting the joinery. Well-honed ...

with Jeff Miller

A simple set of grooves keeps children entertained

by Robert Hamon

Picture framing is something woodworkers tend to shy away from: it may be fear of damaging an irreplaceable piece of art or of putting less-than-perfect miter joints ...

by Gary Rogowski

Woodworker Gary Rogowski shares plans for a simple and beautiful mahogany side table that embodies the details and construction techniques practiced by prolific ...

by Gary Rogowski

Dovetails aren't the only way to show off your box joinery skills. Gary Rogowski explains techniques for making strong corner joints and matching long grain for ...

by Christian Becksvoort

Build a classic Shaker drop-leaf dining table with detailed project plans and step-by-step instruction from Christian Becksvoort. He details his method for cutting ...

by Steve Latta

Steve Latta designed a set of bookshelves that will cover a lot of wall but requires only a little time and material to build. Using housed lap joints cut with ...

by Lonnie Bird

A gallery is an attractive way to use space efficiently when building a desk or secretary of any style. Lonnie Bird shares his method for installing one that relies ...

by Brian Boggs

Here’s an exercise to perfect your round joinery skills. The author uses his experience of having built more than 1,500 to guide you through every step: choosing ...