A Very Lee Valley Christmas at Matt’s Basement Workshop

Matt | December 11, 2009

Tis the holiday season and gift giving is on everyone’s mind. As woodworkers we’re no different than anyone who’s passionate about their hobby, and receiving the right gift makes all the difference.
Over the years I’ve received a number of great gifts for my shop from family and this past year has been no exception. [...]

400 Whiteside’s 1/2″ Radius Edge Beading Bit

Matt | December 7, 2009

This month’s Router Bit of The Month, from Whiteside and available at a great discounted price at Woodcraft is the 1/2″ Radius, Edge Beading Bit. A great profile for applying a decorative single beaded edge to table aprons, legs and more.
And to make it even more versatile, the Edge Beading Bit can be used [...]

399 Samantha’s Bookcase Pt. 5

Matt | December 3, 2009

In today’s episode we wrap up the solid wood edging on the base. I chose to attach it via biscuit joinery and then to make it flush with the shelf surfaces and sides I ran a flush trimming bit along the edge.
The result sounds like a lot of work, but in the end the [...]

398 Whiteside’s Medium Ogee Raised Panel Bit

Matt | November 23, 2009

Better late than never, I always say! While it may not give you an opportunity to pick up this month’s Router Bit of the month at a great discounted price, you can still checkout a profile that maybe just what you’re looking for when it comes to making stunning frame and panel components.
With [...]

393 October Schwag Drawings

Matt | October 31, 2009

It’s time to giveaway some schwag for the month of October and why not do it on the same day kids are out Trick or Treating? But rather than scaring the living daylights out of everyone I’m planning on making it feel a little more like giving holidays that are now just around the [...]