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Using SketchUp to create patterns
June 17, 2020

Using SketchUp and Layout, Dave Richards demonstrates how to create full-size printed patterns to use for router templates or bending forms.
Workshop Tip: Improve Your Jigs with Track Clamps
November 7, 2019

Instead of toggle clamps, track clamps can make router jigs much more adaptable and efficient.
Workshop Tip: Guide Pin Lets You Bandsaw and Rout Curves with the Same Jig
August 8, 2019

Template routing is easier and more accurate when you do the initial trimming on the bandsaw using this guide pin.
One Cabriole Leg, Three Different Feet
July 26, 2018

A step-by-step guide to creating three distinct period feet for the cabriole leg.
Add Bushings to Your Router Kit
July 26, 2017

These inexpensive accessories increase control and make the router even more versatile
Pedestal Dining Table: Shape the Tabletop
July 29, 2015

Timothy Rousseau uses spring sticks and templates to define the tabletop’s gentle curves, and then combines jigsaw and router to achieve a smooth edge profile.
Template calms fears when installing hardware
November 14, 2013

I worked on a set of four stacking tansu dressers for over a year, and paid about $500 for authentic Japanese hardware, so the last thing I wanted to do…
Templates Aid in Cutting Big Bowl Blanks
September 11, 2013

A simple hexagonal template guides your chainsaw cuts to produce balanced bowl blanks I used to eyeball chainsaw cuts to take the corners off a large half log, but the…
Episode 2: Router Templates
May 8, 2013

Learn how to craft a router template that yields consistent, accurate through-mortises.
Using SketchUp For Project Templates
February 15, 2009

A neat tip for using SketchUp to make project templates.

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