https://jointandgrain.com/2026-08-21https://jointandgrain.com/share-home.svg https://jointandgrain.com/news/changes-fine-woodworking/2026-08-21https://jointandgrain.com/share-changes-fine-woodworking.svgChanges at Fine WoodworkingBen Strano is leaving Fine Woodworking to become a tech ed teacher, and the team is undergoing some big changes (Source: Fine Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/achieving-tight-mortise-tenon/2026-08-20https://jointandgrain.com/share-achieving-tight-mortise-tenon.svgAchieving Tight Mortise and Tenon Joints in Windsor ChairsA guide to creating tight joints in Windsor chairs, with a focus on the mortise and tenon joint. (Source: Woodworkers Institute (GMC Publications, UK)) https://jointandgrain.com/news/sharpening-sloyd-knives-guide/2026-08-20https://jointandgrain.com/share-sharpening-sloyd-knives-guide.svgSharpening Sloyd Knives: A Guide to Effective Edge MaintenanceNic Westermann explores the methods for sharpening sloyd knives, focusing on the importance of establishing the optimum bevel profile and avoiding rounded bevels. https://jointandgrain.com/news/woodworkers-institute-offers-free/2026-08-20https://jointandgrain.com/share-woodworkers-institute-offers-free.svgWoodworkers' Institute Offers Free BooksThe Woodworkers' Institute is providing free books to its subscribers and users, but at what cost to their data? (Source: Woodworkers Institute (GMC Publications, UK)) https://jointandgrain.com/news/woodturning-project-creating-traditional/2026-08-20https://jointandgrain.com/share-woodturning-project-creating-traditional.svgWoodturning Project: Creating a Traditional Pair of Travelling CandlesticksA woodturning project that combines faceplate work, spindle turning, inserts, and thread chasing to create a traditional pair of travelling candlesticks. https://jointandgrain.com/news/perfect-veneer-seams-crosscut/2026-08-19https://jointandgrain.com/share-perfect-veneer-seams-crosscut.svgPerfect Veneer Seams with a Crosscut JigWoodworker Ramon Valdez shares his method for achieving perfect veneer seams using a dedicated crosscut jig. (Source: Woodworkers Institute (GMC Publications, UK)) https://jointandgrain.com/news/hand-carved-celtic-knot/2026-08-19https://jointandgrain.com/share-hand-carved-celtic-knot.svgHand-carved Celtic Knot PendantA step-by-step guide to creating a unique hand-carved Celtic knot pendant using wood and traditional woodworking techniques. (Source: Woodworkers Institute (GMC Publications, UK)) https://jointandgrain.com/news/understanding-avoiding-catches-bowl/2026-08-19https://jointandgrain.com/share-understanding-avoiding-catches-bowl.svgUnderstanding and Avoiding Catches in Bowl Turning with a Bowl GougeRichard Findley examines common catches that occur when turning bowls with a bowl gouge, discussing the risks, tool grinds, and techniques to minimize these issues. https://jointandgrain.com/news/build-replica-arts-crafts/2026-08-19https://jointandgrain.com/share-build-replica-arts-crafts.svgBuild a Replica of an Arts and Crafts Classic: The Limbert FootstoolA step-by-step guide to creating a replica of a classic Arts and Crafts footstool, inspired by the Limbert Arts and Crafts Furniture company. (Source: Popular Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/unique-squirrel-themed-chair/2026-08-19https://jointandgrain.com/share-unique-squirrel-themed-chair.svgUnique Squirrel-Themed Chair Available for SaleA one-of-a-kind chair featuring a squirrel design is up for silent auction, with bidding open until August 19, 2026. (Source: Lost Art Press) https://jointandgrain.com/news/get-complete-set-lost/2026-08-19https://jointandgrain.com/share-get-complete-set-lost.svgGet the Complete Set of Lost Art Press Pocket BooksLost Art Press is offering a special deal on their pocket book set of six, covering various woodworking topics. (Source: Lost Art Press) https://jointandgrain.com/news/mindful-makeovers-approach-tenon/2026-08-19https://jointandgrain.com/share-mindful-makeovers-approach-tenon.svgMindful Makeovers: A New Approach to Tenon GapsA furniture maker shares a surprising discovery when using cyanoacrylate glue to fill small gaps in tenons. (Source: Lost Art Press) https://jointandgrain.com/news/mind-upon-mind-stick/2026-08-19https://jointandgrain.com/share-mind-upon-mind-stick.svgMind Upon Mind: Stick Diameter GaugeA simple stick diameter gauge for checking the size of long sticks before fitting them into an armbow. (Source: Lost Art Press) https://jointandgrain.com/news/finding-fluency-chairmaking-journey/2026-08-18https://jointandgrain.com/share-finding-fluency-chairmaking-journey.svgFinding Fluency in Chairmaking: A Journey of Self-DiscoveryA self-taught woodworker reflects on their experience teaching chairmaking and the journey to fluency in the craft. (Source: Lost Art Press) https://jointandgrain.com/news/don-weber-chairmaking-class/2026-08-18https://jointandgrain.com/share-don-weber-chairmaking-class.svgDon Weber's Chairmaking Class Captured in Rare SlidesA collection of slides from Don Weber's chairmaking classes has been shared, offering a unique glimpse into the craft of traditional chairmaking. (Source: Lost Art Press) https://jointandgrain.com/news/milwaukee-pipeline-tools-technologies/2026-08-18https://jointandgrain.com/share-milwaukee-pipeline-tools-technologies.svgMilwaukee Pipeline 2026: New Tools and Technologies for WoodworkersMilwaukee Pipeline 2026 showcased the company's focus on systems and new technologies for woodworkers, including improved battery technology and professional-grade circular saws. https://jointandgrain.com/news/importance-plan-design-furniture/2026-08-18https://jointandgrain.com/share-importance-plan-design-furniture.svgThe Importance of Plan Design in Furniture MakingA discussion on the role of plan design in furniture making, highlighting the challenges faced by makers in communicating their work and the importance of adopting a design-centric approach. https://jointandgrain.com/news/unseen-world-hand-tool/2026-08-18https://jointandgrain.com/share-unseen-world-hand-tool.svgThe Unseen World of Hand Tool WoodworkingA seasoned woodworker shares his insights on the benefits of hand tool woodworking, highlighting the importance of developing a deep understanding of the materials and techniques involved. https://jointandgrain.com/news/importance-order-workshop/2026-08-18https://jointandgrain.com/share-importance-order-workshop.svgThe Importance of Order in the WorkshopA seasoned craftsman shares his insights on the value of organized work habits and respect for hand tools in the pursuit of mastery (Source: Paul Sellers (UK)) https://jointandgrain.com/news/handcrafted-work-boots-stand/2026-08-18https://jointandgrain.com/share-handcrafted-work-boots-stand.svgHandcrafted Work Boots Stand the Test of TimeJK Boots' OT Bison boots are a once-in-a-lifetime purchase built to last a lifetime, offering exceptional craftsmanship and comfort. (Source: Popular Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/essential-bench-jigs-diy/2026-08-18https://jointandgrain.com/share-essential-bench-jigs-diy.svgEssential Bench Jigs for DIY Shooting BoardsA simple shooting board for squaring end cuts and shooting miters is made and used with a DIY bench jig. (Source: Fine Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/sawdust-catcher-solves-dovetail/2026-08-17https://jointandgrain.com/share-sawdust-catcher-solves-dovetail.svgSawdust Catcher Solves Dovetail Clamping IssuesA unique clamping block design addresses the challenges of clamping dovetail joints, particularly when they protrude. (Source: Popular Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/turning-platter-beginner-friendly/2026-08-17https://jointandgrain.com/share-turning-platter-beginner-friendly.svgTurning a Platter: A Beginner-Friendly ProjectA platter is a great alternative to a bowl, requiring less material and allowing for better balance when turned on the lathe. (Source: Popular Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/crafting-riveted-leather-edge/2026-08-17https://jointandgrain.com/share-crafting-riveted-leather-edge.svgCrafting a Riveted Leather Edge Scabbard for Edge ToolsA woodworker's guide to creating custom protective covers for edge tools using vegetable-tanned leather and copper rivets. (Source: Popular Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/rusty-relics-reliable-hand/2026-08-17https://jointandgrain.com/share-rusty-relics-reliable-hand.svgFrom Rusty Relics to Reliable Hand Tools: A Woodworker’s Guide to RestorationA seasoned woodworker shares how hunting for vintage hand tools, restoring them, and reselling the pieces can fund a personal collection while preserving craftsmanship, and announces an online... https://jointandgrain.com/news/diy-commercial-evolution-degree-ad78fd/2026-08-17https://jointandgrain.com/share-diy-commercial-evolution-degree-ad78fd.svgFrom DIY to Commercial: The Evolution of the 90-Degree Drill JigA woodworker discovers that commercially produced drill jigs outperform his homemade version, offering precision, durability, and versatility at an affordable price. (Source: Popular Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/stutey-lathe-game-changing-2aaa8e/2026-08-17https://jointandgrain.com/share-stutey-lathe-game-changing-2aaa8e.svgThe Stutey Lathe: A Game-Changing Woodturning MachineThe Stutey Lathe is a unique and innovative woodturning machine that challenges conventional designs and offers a range of practical features and capabilities. (Source: Popular Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/milwaukee-pipeline-event-highlights-b6bab2/2026-08-17https://jointandgrain.com/share-milwaukee-pipeline-event-highlights-b6bab2.svgMilwaukee Pipeline Event Highlights Woodworking Industry InnovationsThe recent Milwaukee Pipeline event showcased the company's commitment to innovation and quality in the woodworking industry. DeWalt also launched several new tools, and Baileigh Industrial... https://jointandgrain.com/news/finding-solace-woodworking-david-5dc5df/2026-08-17https://jointandgrain.com/share-finding-solace-woodworking-david-5dc5df.svgFinding Solace in Woodworking: David Luckensmeyer's Kumiko LandscapeDavid Luckensmeyer's journey from California to rural Australia led him to find refuge in woodworking, a passion that has endured for over four decades. (Source: Fine Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/david-bedrosian-discusses-dust-fb33b4/2026-08-16https://jointandgrain.com/share-david-bedrosian-discusses-dust-fb33b4.svgDavid Bedrosian Discusses Dust Collection and Sliding Table Saw VersatilityFurniture maker David Bedrosian joins *Shop Talk Live* to discuss dust collection systems and the advantages of sliding table saws, sharing insights from his workshop practices and innovative jigs. https://jointandgrain.com/news/greenwood-work-holding-essential-03ce7b/2026-08-16https://jointandgrain.com/share-greenwood-work-holding-essential-03ce7b.svgGreenwood Work Holding: Essential Tools for ChairmakingFine Woodworking expert shares techniques for creating a shaving horse and low bench, crucial tools for working with green wood in chairmaking. (Source: Fine Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/saving-split-slabs-creative-4a9a49/2026-08-16https://jointandgrain.com/share-saving-split-slabs-creative-4a9a49.svgSaving Split Slabs: A Creative SolutionA woodworker shares their experience of salvaging a split slab and turning it into a unique piece of furniture. (Source: Fine Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/optimizing-your-workshop-dedicated-7ae789/2026-08-16https://jointandgrain.com/share-optimizing-your-workshop-dedicated-7ae789.svgOptimizing Your Workshop with Dedicated WorkstationsInstrument maker Aaron Keim shares his approach to organizing a workshop into dedicated workstations, which has improved his productivity and skill mastery. (Source: Fine Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/francis-trumble-philadelphia-windsor-380f37/2026-08-16https://jointandgrain.com/share-francis-trumble-philadelphia-windsor-380f37.svgFrancis Trumble: The Philadelphia Windsor Chair Maker Behind the Declaration of Independence ChairsA dramatic YouTube video recounts the story of Francis Trumble, the craftsman who built the Windsor chairs used during the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The video, shared by... https://jointandgrain.com/news/elusive-concept-shibui-journey-f3eac6/2026-08-16https://jointandgrain.com/share-elusive-concept-shibui-journey-f3eac6.svgThe Elusive Concept of Shibui: A Journey of DiscoveryPhil Evans explores the Japanese concept of shibui, a nuanced idea that captures a timeless humanity and evokes a sense of calmness, harmony, and reflection. (Source: Fine Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/art-cleaving-wood-traditional-1b8b24/2026-08-16https://jointandgrain.com/share-art-cleaving-wood-traditional-1b8b24.svgThe Art of Cleaving Wood: Traditional Techniques and ToolsAn exploration of the ancient practice of cleaving wood, its advantages over sawing, and the tools and techniques required to master this traditional craft. (Source: Fine Woodworking) https://jointandgrain.com/news/essential-bench-jigs-crosscuts-c537da/2026-08-16https://jointandgrain.com/share-essential-bench-jigs-crosscuts-c537da.svgEssential Bench Jigs for Crosscuts and MitersA simple saw hook bench jig for safely making crosscuts by hand, and a saw block for small parts. 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