11 Woodturning Tips That Make Turning Easier

Woodturning is one of the most rewarding areas of woodworking, but it can also be frustrating if you start off with bad habits. The right equipment, good technique, and solid safety practices will make your time at the lathe smoother …

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Throw Out Your Thin-Rip Jig. Do THIS Instead

This method was developed and shared by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a practical approach to thin-rip cuts that avoids the usual frustrations of jigs and fence adjustments. Instead of relying on traditional thin-rip jigs, Jodee shows how a simple …

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Squaring and Jointing Oversized Material on the Table Saw

This tips is by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It highlights a simple method for squaring large, out-of-alignment panels on the table saw—without needing a giant sled or full-size jointer. If you’re dealing with awkwardly sized panels that won’t register cleanly …

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Table Saw Jointing Without a Jointer

This tip was developed and demonstrated by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a clever way to joint the edge of a board using just a table saw and a strip of engineered sheet goods—no jointer required. Designed for woodworkers working …

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Table Saw Safety Habits That Actually Matter

This safety-focused video was created by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a deep dive into practical table saw safety based on decades of real experience in the shop. Jodee shares his personal stories, the habits he relies on every day, …

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The #1 Beginner Miter Mistake (and How to Avoid It)

This woodworking tip comes from Jodee of Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a simple, math-based solution to one of the most common problems beginners face when cutting trim: inaccurate miter angles that lead to visible gaps. With a clear formula and real-world …

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The $13 Shop Hack for Rust Removal on Metal Surfaces

This tip comes from Jodee at Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a smart, affordable method for removing surface rust from diamond plates, hand tools, and cast-iron machine tops—without damaging the surface underneath. Instead of reaching for harsh chemicals or power tools, Jodee …

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Wooden Mountainscapes with 30 and 45 Degree Rules

This project was built and designed by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It focuses on two practical angle-based layout methods for creating mosaic wood wall art that resembles mountain ranges. Using either a 30-degree or 45-degree cut pattern, these wall panels …

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The Simplest Way to Make a Joiner’s Mallet

This project was built and designed by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a quick and approachable mallet build using hardwood scraps, minimal tools, and a clever gluing technique that speeds up the process significantly. This mallet is ideal for light- …

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Avoid This Common Beginner Mistake with Hand Planes

This tip was developed by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It addresses one of the most frequent mistakes new woodworkers make when using a hand plane: adjusting the lateral (skew) lever mid-job. While that small lever feels like an easy fix …

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“Dead Fish” Coffee Table Made from Reclaimed Wood

This project was built and designed by Josh Wright. It’s an intentionally odd, three-legged coffee table made from reclaimed wood, featuring playful shapes, bold joinery, and a removable fisheye coaster. Josh set out to make what he jokingly calls “the …

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Beginner-Friendly 2×4 Benches

These three beginner woodworking projects were built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. Using affordable 2×4 lumber and basic joinery methods, Clinton shows how to create functional and attractive benches without the need for advanced tools or experience. …

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Essential Safety Tools for Every Woodworking Shop

This video is by Marcus from Salty Woodworking. He walks through five essential safety tools every shop should have—plus a bonus tip that boosts both safety and productivity. Each tool was chosen not just for protection, but also for comfort …

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