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Our First DVD Production – “A Simple Varnish Finish”
A promotional video for our new DVD, “A Simple Varnish Finish”.
Check it out!45 – Music to My EARlex
A review of the Earlex Spray Station 5000.
Check it out!Wednesday Chat 3/27/08
Don’t worry if you couldn’t make it. After I stopped recording, the conversation quickly turned to how terrible my haircut is. :)
Be sure to hit the little “Full Screen” button on the player, otherwise you won’t be able to read the chat.
44- Hand Tool Basics w/ Kaleo Kala
Basic hand tool usage, including saws, chisels, and block planes. Kaleo also shows us how he mortises for hinges.
Check it out!43 – A Chat with Kaleo Kala
A chat with up and comer, Kaleo Kala.
Check it out!Wednesday Chat 3/5/08
Here’s a little snippet from tonight’s chat. If you haven’t stopped by yet, you really should. It’s a lot of fun!
Be sure to hit the little “Full Screen” button on the player, otherwise you wont be able to read the chat. Thanks to all who participated!
42 – End Table (Pt. 6)
Finishing techniques and the attachment of the top to the table. I will warn you ahead of time that there are a lot of Wood Whisperer musings in this episode.
Check it out!41 – End Table (Pt. 5)
We have some big design decisions to make. Using a Kutzall carving burr and a die grinder to blend in the protruding center piece. Creating a template for the top. Routing the grooves for the steel dowels.
Check it out!Live Chat 2/20/08
Live Chat from 2/20/08.
Check it out!Live Chat 2/13/08
Live chat session from 2/13/08. Topics include CA Glue, my jointer, etc..
Check it out!40 – End Table (Pt. 4)
The legs are routed and then shaped by hand with a cabinet-maker’s rasp. Using card scrapers and sandpaper to achieve the smoothest finish possible. Gluing the the legs to the center piece.
Check it out!39 – End Table (Pt. 3)
Gluing the legs to the aprons, cutting out the rough shape, and flush trimming the legs to shape.
Check it out!38 – End Table (Pt. 2)
I discuss sliding dovetails and show you how to make them. I also cover finessing the dovetail’s fit and some special techniques for creating a stopped sliding dovetails.
Check it out!37- Full Interview with Asa Christiana
Extended interview with Asa Christiana.
Check it out!36- Full Interview with Anatole Burkin
Extended interview with Anatole Burkin, Publisher of Fine Woodworking Magazine.
Check it out!35 – A Visit To Fine Woodworking
A behind the scenes look at Fine Woodworking Magazine.
Check it out!Everyday How-To: The Podcast That Never Was
A special treat. A show idea that never saw the light of day.
Check it out!34- End Table (Pt. 1)
In this episode, I start building a modern end table with some very unique legs. This video will walk you through the design phase, including discussion of inspiration, design options, and template construction.
Check it out!33- On the Edge
Plywood is a very useful material, but it has very ugly edges. Its important to cover these areas if you want your furniture to look top notch! With a little know-how, you’ll be edging plywood like a pro in no time.
Check it out!32- Pop Goes the Maple
In this episode, I put the finish on the pencil holder. Learn how to Pop the grain.
Check it out!31- Pencil Holders
This video covers wood selection, milling, and assembly of a fancy little pencil holder.
Check it out!30- Tablesaw Outfeed Table
Anyone can make this handy, sturdy outfeed table.
Check it out!29- Raising Arizona
Using a router table to create beautiful and elegant raised panel doors.
Check it out!28- When the Dust Settles
So how do you spend your time between projects? For me, its a great time to tune up my equipment, wax the cast iron tables, touch up the chisels, and do some general cleanup.
Check it out!27- When Dovetails Cry
A glimpse into the world of machine-cut through dovetails, mistakes and all!
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