How to Cut Decorative Ends on Pergola Joists

This tutorial was created by Matt from Next Level Carpentry. It walks through the process of laying out and cutting beautiful elliptical shapes on pergola joists, using simple tools and smart techniques to achieve professional-quality results. Decorative ends can turn …

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How to Notch a Wood Post for Stronger Joints

This step-by-step guide is based on a woodworking technique demonstrated by Matt from Next Level Carpentry. It focuses on cleanly and accurately notching a wood post, a fundamental skill for building strong structures like decks, pergolas, and stair supports. Mastering …

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How To Repair Defects in Wood Before Painting

This guide is based on techniques shared by Matt from Next Level Carpentry. It focuses on practical methods for preparing paint-grade wood, ensuring a smooth, durable, and professional-looking finish. Wood defects like knots, dings, and cracks are common challenges, but …

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Make Shelves Fit Perfectly with Simple Stopped Dado Jig!

This project was built and demonstrated by Matt from Next Level Carpentry. It’s a smart, straightforward method for creating strong, professional-quality shelving using a custom jig for routing stopped dados. Matt’s technique focuses on achieving clean, flush fits while making …

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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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I Bet You Don’t Know ALL of These Painters Tape TRICKS!

In the video titled “13 Tips to Use Blue Tape for Productivity in the Woodshop,” Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft shares a range of creative uses for blue painter’s tape that can enhance efficiency and precision in woodworking projects. This comprehensive …

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How the PROS Get Perfect Inside Measurements

This tip was shared by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a smart and repeatable trick that removes the guesswork from getting precise inside measurements—without relying on a tape measure or mental math. Jodee walks through a stop block method that …

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You’re Resawing Boards the Wrong Way

This video was created by Billy from Newton Makes. It offers a unique take on resawing technique by showcasing why he prefers using the table saw over the bandsaw for most resawing tasks. While many woodworkers automatically reach for the …

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5 Table Saw Tips & Tools Beginners Need to Know

This video was created by Izzy Swan. It covers five key tips every beginner should know when working with a table saw, with a focus on safety, tool control, and improving cut quality in your home shop. Table saws are …

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How WE make MONEY with a Sawmill!!!

In the video titled “How to Make Money with a Small Sawmill,” Tyler and Brittany from Wallace Farm and Sawmill delve into the practical aspects of operating a small sawmill business. They focus on how to turn a substantial log …

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Curly Maple Gift Boxes with Walnut Inlays

This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a series of custom wooden boxes made from figured maple and detailed with walnut inlays—an elegant way to craft meaningful, handmade gifts. These boxes are designed with care and precision, …

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Baseboard Installation from Start to Finish!!!

In the video “How to Install Baseboard Like a Pro,” Vancouver Carpenter shares practical tips and techniques for installing baseboard trim efficiently and with professional results. The focus is on working with simple, flat stock baseboard, specifically primed pine measuring …

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Strong, Quick, Drawer Construction

In the video “A Strong, Quick, and Easy Method to Build Drawers,” Jay Bates shares a practical and efficient approach to constructing durable kitchen cabinet drawers. He begins by examining a failed drawer, identifying its weaknesses, such as the use …

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TOP 7 Woodworking MISTAKES That Beginners Make!

In “7 Beginner Woodworking Mistakes (And How to Fix Them!),” Uncle Knackers from DIYForKnuckleheads addresses common woodworking errors that beginners often encounter and provides practical solutions to correct them. His approachable and humorous style makes learning about these potential pitfalls …

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Why Accuracy Matters in Woodworking – Common Mistakes to Avoid

In the video “Why Woodworking Accuracy Matters,” Jonathan Katz-Moses delves into the crucial aspect of precision in woodworking. He emphasizes the significant impact that accurate measurements and cuts have on the quality and assembly of woodworking projects. Jonathan illustrates the …

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