Cutting Out the Handle
…handle Alternatively, you can cut the profile of the handle using a combination of tenon saw and a 1″ chisel and chisel hammer. Begin by removing the bulk of the…
…handle Alternatively, you can cut the profile of the handle using a combination of tenon saw and a 1″ chisel and chisel hammer. Begin by removing the bulk of the…
…of shaped objects or components in larger projects. This makes it a great training exercise -and great present for loved ones- so don’t conform to just making one; make a…
…12” (305mm). You can make this up from a different combination of pieces, Paul uses 4 pieces for the top in this course Leg (x3): 13” (330mm) x 1 ⅝…
…It is important that your plane is sharp. For a complete guide on sharpening your plane, click here. Finish off by surface planing with a light set on your plane…
…comfortable feel when finished. As the seat is rather thick, you can chamfer the corners before rounding over to make it look thinner. Measure 1/2” (13mm) from the outside edge…
Paul recommends the 10″ (25cm) with 15-17 PPI. There are many different names on the saw plate but only one chief maker. They usually come in different lengths, but the…
…don’t have to hammer the mitred tenon. When the last part of the frame comes together, use the soft face of the hammer to seat the joints. Put a clamp…
…and file off the first few teeth (3 or 4). When you start it off in the wood it will be much easier and shouldn’t bite. Comment below to let…
https://vimeo.com/748014510 With the dovetails all fitting, we are ready to clean up the inside faces of the box, ready for gluing the corners together. It’s a systematic process that minimises…
https://vimeo.com/752447483 Two things Paul has always noticed to be intimidating to woodworkers are recessed or mortised hinge setting and applying finish. The smaller the hinge and the project, the more…