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Hey folks! Steven here with your friendly shop update—and this week, while I’m not coming to you from the shop floor, I’m still full of good news and updates for our Joinery community. First off, a big shoutout to Capital Hardwoods on their grand opening! We had a fantastic time out there meeting fellow makerspace…

Personal Tools: The Essential Utility Tool Note: This post is part of a series exploring the personal tools I believe every woodworker should have. If you’d like to start from the beginning, check out the introductory post. Building Your Personal Tool Inventory: A Strong Foundation As a member of the vibrant woodworking community at The Joinery,…

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….

Guess what? The Joinery finally has its own swag store. Yep — T-shirts, hoodies, stickers, drinkware… the whole deal. It’s all run through Cotton Bureau, so it ships straight to you, no fuss. But here’s the best part: every single dollar of profit for The Joinery goes to the Roger Cliff Memorial Fund (RCMF). That…

🪚 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…

If you’ve taken a class with me, you know I’m a big fan of this finish. I’m not a big fan of finishing in general, though. This finish is super easy to apply and fix if you make a mistake. It gives the wood a natural look and feel, and it protects it from everyday…