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ON THE COVER This Arts & Crafts tool cabinet stores an astonishing number of tools in a compact space. The trick? Sliding trays that hold the tools designed for specific operations, such as dovetailing or sharpening. Cover photo by Al Parrish DEPARTMENTS 10 Out on a Limb Reduce the Scrap Pile 12 Letters Mail from readers 104 Out of the Woodwork Fighting Evil Alien Technology by Jim Tolpin PROJECTS, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES 38 Shaker-inspired Bench Guided by an original bench from the Shaker community in Hancock, Mass., we show you the tricks to good workmanship as you build this straightforward hall bench. 45 Basic Joinery WOODWORKING ESSENTIALS Learn the best techniques for making simple joints using your table saw: miters, rabbets and dados. Then learn to combine these simple joints into more complex (and stronger) assemblies. Plus: A jig to enhance your rip fence. by Nick Engler 76 76 Mini Lathes For a machine that didn't even exist a few years ago, these pint-sized powerhouses have come a long way. We review the latest crop to discover the differences, the winners and the losers. by Judy Ditmer & Kara Gebhart 80 Torsion-box Desk This desk is layered like a cake, and building it is as easy as pie. A pocket-hole jig and simple tools are all you need to construct it. by David Thiel & John Hutchinson 61 Best New Tools of 2004 66 After testing dozens of tools all year, we choose the 11 best that you should look for. Arts & Crafts Tool Cabinet This cabinet was carefully drafted to hold all the hand tools needed in a modern shop, from the planes to the measuring tools. 86 Working Small Ripping and routing small pieces doesn't have to be dangerous or difficult. Two simple jigs will save you lots of frustration - and maybe even your fingers. 88 Birdhouse Ornament Establish a new tradition in your workshop: Turning birdhouse Christmas ornaments for friends and family. Our step-by-step illustrated guide makes it easy. by Dale L. Nish 6 1 Popular Woodworking December 2004 |
