#171–July/Aug 2004

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Build a Greene and Greene Side Table

Pinned and plugged joints add beauty and strength to this simple mahogany side table.

Shoulder Planes Reviewed

Furniture makers can choose from a wide variety of high-performance tools
Inspiration for a Bedside Cabinet

Subtle details complement form and function
My Favorite Dovetail Tricks

Five ways to increase accuracy and reduce the time it takes to execute this hand-cut joint
Hand-Cut Dovetails, Accurate and Fast

A tip from a tails-first guy
A Durable Tabletop Finish

Wiped-on polyurethane is a surefire way to achieve a beautiful surface
Pennsylvania Tall Clock - Part I

The hood is one-third of this curly maple masterpiece, but it's half the work
Laminate Trimmers

The best machines are stable, easy to use with one hand, and don't require extra tools to adjust
Graceful Glass Doors

Delicate muntins require exacting machine work and handwork, but they create doors of elegant proportions
Talking Shop with Hank Gilpin

If he were a piece of wood, he would be, "White oak-wire brushed and without a finish. That's me."
Why Use Nails in Fine Furniture

They're the best fasteners to use for many applications
Traditional Hammer Veneering

A low-tech method gives high-style results
Altering the Colors of Dyes and Stains

Learn how to "read" the color of a dye or stain and you'll better control the color of your work.