Here’s this week’s edition of Woodworking Weekly—your friendly update on projects, stories, trends, and events for The Joinery community. 🪚 Beginner Project Plan: Curved Coffee Table Build This Stylish Curved Coffee Table This elegant table combines gentle curves and sturdy construction, making it a perfect step-up project for confident beginners. The plan by Sandor Nagyszalanczy includes…
At The Joinery, we strive to equip our community with the best tools and practices to create safe, accurate, and satisfying woodworking experiences. Our newest addition, the crosscut sled, is a significant upgrade, replacing the sliding table on the SawStop. Designed specifically for 90-degree crosscuts, this sled delivers unmatched precision for square cuts. What Is a Crosscut…
As we head into late May, there’s no shortage of woodworking inspiration and opportunities to connect with fellow makers. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to deepen your craft, here are some standout stories and events to keep your creativity flowing. 🛠️ Beginner-Friendly Project: Wooden Doormat If you’re new to woodworking and looking for a…
Mid-May Shop Update: Quiet Week, Big Additions Hey makers! Steven here with your weekly update for the week of May 19th through the 25th, and it’s shaping up to be a quiet but productive one at The Joinery. If you’ve got a project you’ve been meaning to finish—or start!—this is a perfect time to swing by….
May 16, 2025 Each week, we round up a few links that we think will inspire, educate, or connect you with the broader woodworking world. Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been building for decades, there’s something in here for everyone. Here’s what we found this week: 🛠 Beginner Project: 14 Easy Woodworking Projects…
If you’ve been itching to try your hand at woodworking—or if you’re already familiar with the tools but want to build your skills in a supportive, resource-rich space—mark your calendar for the weekend of July 12–13. We’re excited to launch a special Weekend Introduction to Woodworking intensive here at The Joinery. This two-day session is designed to give…
It’s been a little while since my last update. If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the earlier posts for context and a few sample videos. I’ll be honest—I hit a bit of a creative wall after making the first couple of videos. I wasn’t completely happy with how they turned out, and…
Hey everyone, it’s Steven from The Joinery with your update for the week ahead. There’s a lot happening, so let’s dive in: Thursday, May 15 – Introduction to Woodworking (5:30–8:00 PM) The intro class continues this Thursday evening. If you’re around the shop, be aware we’ll have students learning the ropes—feel free to say hi…
If you’ve ever been tempted to “just sand it down” when something’s not quite right, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common habits we see at The Joinery—grabbing a sander to aggressively remove material to reshape or resurface a board. But here’s something we always remind folks: sanding is for finishing, not for shaping….
