Hey everyone, Steven here with your weekly update from The Joinery. It’s the Fourth of July weekend, and I hope you’re enjoying the extra time off—maybe even spending a little of it in the shop. Things are quieter than usual, which makes it a great time to tackle a project or two. Plus, it’s finally…
Hey everybody, it’s Steven here from The Joinery. Today I want to talk about one of the most versatile and essential tools we have in woodworking—the router table. Whether you’re already a member enjoying our space or someone curious about getting into woodworking, understanding how and why to use a router table safely and effectively…
🪚 Beginner-Friendly Project Plan: Build a Tote Storage Rack Source: Ana White – Free DIY plans section () Summary: Create a portable 2×4 tote rack perfect for organizing tools and supplies. With clear cutting diagrams, straightforward joinery using screws, and minimal tools required, this project is ideal for those just starting out—buildable in a few…
🪚 Beginner-Friendly Project Plan: Regulation Cornhole Boards Project Plan: How to Make Cornhole Boards – Kreg Tool Summary: This beginner-friendly, regulation-size cornhole board plan includes step‑by‑step guidance, a full materials list, and clear assembly steps. Perfect for practicing accuracy with cuts, drilling, and finishing, this weekend build delivers both fun and function. 🌟 Inspirational Build of…
Hey everybody, it’s Steven here at The Joinery with your weekly shop update. It’s a quiet week overall, but we do have our Introduction to Woodworking class happening right now—June 21st and 22nd. Always great to see folks jumping in and learning the basics. That course continues to be one of our most popular, and this group is off…
Celebrating One Year in Our Shop—and Keeping It Great! Hey everybody, it’s Steven here. I can hardly believe next month will be a full year since we moved into this space! In that time we’ve gown to one hundred members, each bringing their own creativity and energy, and taught two hundred students in our Introduction…
🪚 Beginner Project Plan: Free Jewelry Box Project Plan: Jewelry Box (Minwax)… Actually, grab a felt-lined jewelry box plan from Minwax — it’s labeled beginner-friendly, perfect for a weekend build using basic tools and minimal materials.  Summary: Follow straightforward plans to craft a compact, elegant jewelry box with a felt lining — an ideal project to practice measuring, cutting,…
Hey everyone — Steven here at The Joinery! I wanted to give you a quick update from the classroom, where we’ve just added a fantastic new tool to our lineup: the Tormek knife and blade sharpening system, generously provided by our friends over at SharpeningSupplies.com. They made us a great deal on it, and even better —…
🪚 Beginner-Friendly Project Plan: Easy Shoe Storage Booster Stool Project: Shoe Storage Booster Stool Source: ObsessedWoodworking.com (June 2025) Summary: A perfect weekend build for newbies—this compact stool provides both a 6–8 in boost and hidden storage, ideal for entryways or closets. Constructed from basic 2×6, 1×4, and 2×4 lumber, it reinforces measuring, cutting, joinery, and finishing…
