Weekly Updates and News
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: Crate Side Tables
For those new to woodworking, the Crate Side Tables project offers a straightforward introduction. This plan guides you through building rustic end tables that resemble shipping crates, using only a few sizes of boards. It’s an excellent project for beginners aiming to craft functional furniture with a rustic charm.
🌟 Inspiring Build of the Week: The Weekend Woodworker’s Journey
Steve Ramsey, known as The Weekend Woodworker, has inspired countless individuals to embark on their woodworking journeys. Through his videos and courses, he emphasizes that anyone can start woodworking with minimal tools and space. His story underscores the idea that with passion and dedication, woodworking can be an accessible and fulfilling hobby.
📈 Industry News: Augmented Carpentry Enhances Manual Fabrication
A recent study introduces “Augmented Carpentry,” a computer vision-assisted framework designed to aid manual fabrication tasks. By integrating ordinary electric woodworking tools into a system that recognizes both objects and tools, this technology aims to enhance precision in tasks like saw-cutting and drilling. Such innovations signify a step towards blending traditional woodworking with modern digital tools.
📅 Local Events Near Middleton, WI
DIY Pallet Wood Planter Workshop – Thursday, June 6 @ 6:30 PM
Board & Brush, Sun Prairie, WI
Join this hands-on workshop to create a rustic outdoor planter using upcycled pallet wood. All materials and guidance provided. More Info
Intro to Hand Tools – Saturday, June 22 @ 10:00 AM
Madison College – Commercial Ave Campus
Learn the basics of chisels, hand planes, saws, and more in this introductory class tailored for woodworking newcomers. More Info
Stay sharp, stay inspired, and happy woodworking from all of us at The Joinery!
