Almost Every Table Saw Needs This Upgrade!

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Matt Hagens

This video is by Izzy Swan. It focuses on a clever upgrade that makes adjusting the tilt on a table saw easier, safer, and more ergonomic—especially for woodworkers who want smoother control or have limited mobility. The modification uses standard …

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Don’t buy a JOINTER until you watch this video!

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Izzy Swan. It demonstrates how a simple jig can transform a standard bandsaw into a reliable alternative for flattening lumber, helping woodworkers avoid the cost, space demands, and dust collection challenges of a …

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3 Job Site TABLESAW jigs that WILL up your game!

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Matt Hagens

This video is by Izzy Swan. In this video, he shares three smart upgrades for a portable job site table saw that improve material handling, enhance safety, and make your cuts more accurate. These jigs are designed for flexibility and …

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A Simple Way to Cut a Complicated Miter.

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Matt Hagens

This tip comes from Jodee at Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a smart, repeatable technique for cutting a tight miter joint at 120°, even when working with two boards of different widths. Angles greater than 90° often feel intimidating, but this method …

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Which Side of a Router Base Should You Use?

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Matt Hagens

This tip was shared by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It covers a common yet often overlooked router technique: deciding which side of the router base to use and how to center the sub-base for more accurate cuts. While many woodworkers …

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Which Side Of The Line To Cut On?

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Matt Hagens

This tip and trick video was created by Jodee at Inspire Woodcraft. It explores one of the most common questions in woodworking—where exactly should you cut in relation to your marking line? Through practical demonstrations and clear explanations, Jodee breaks …

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Why the Hook on a Tape Measure Moves

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Matt Hagens

This tip comes from Jodee at Inspire Woodcraft, who explains a common but often misunderstood feature of one of the most used tools in woodworking—the tape measure. It turns out that the moving hook isn’t a flaw; it’s a brilliant …

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Woodworking Shop Upgrades You Can’t Live Without

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Matt Hagens

This video was created by Billy from Newton Makes. It focuses on simple yet highly effective upgrades and modifications that can make a big difference in your woodworking shop. From tuning your table saw to solving awkward clamping challenges, Billy …

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Top 4 Woodworking Jigs for Hand Tool Woodworking

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Matt Hagens

This guide was created by Norman Pirollo, a furniture designer and woodworking educator from WoodSkills. It features four essential jigs that make hand tool woodworking more accurate, efficient, and enjoyable. Each jig highlighted here is built for a specific purpose …

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Setting up a Woodworking Shop || Workshop Layout Tips

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Matt Hagens

This educational video was created by Norman Pirollo from WoodSkills. With over two decades of woodworking experience, Norman shares how thoughtful workshop design can improve efficiency, comfort, and overall enjoyment. Whether you’re outfitting a garage or a dedicated studio, the …

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The Bench Hook (Why You Need One)

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Matt Hagens

This tip was shared by Norman Pirollo from WoodSkills. It covers the design, function, and value of a bench hook—an often overlooked but powerful tool for precision hand-cut joinery. Whether you’re just starting with hand tools or looking to improve …

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