My band saw came with a mitre gauge. I do not use it all that much, but it sure is handy sometimes – so I need to keep it nearby. And why not go way overboard and make it in a complicated way? Why? Because I can.
The miter gauge holder
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A small flush saw holder
The saw till was completed recently, but I forgot to add a holder for my small flush cut saw. So let’s fix that.
Fixing plastic blast gates
Blast gates is necessary to block outlets and/or sections of the dust collector ducts. These cheap plastic ones are good, except when they clog up with dust so they can’t be closed. Let’s fix the problem!
The saw till
Easter “nativity” display
Easter is soon upon us, and I have long wanted to make a small display to commemorate the easter message. No, not the coming of the easter bunny! The resurrection of our Lord and Savior. A small, easy project that utilizes scrap wood.
The spokeshave rack
Spokeshaves are a must-have tool in any woodworking shop. They are incredibly useful, and they are safe to use for kids. I have a few, and I have considered making a rack for them for a long time. Time to git’r done!
Picture frame shelves pt.II
My wife wanted some picture frame shelves for the hallway and staircase to break up the large wall surfaces. I was not hard to ask, and decided to do different styles to mix things up a little.
Hylle med knaggrekke
The coat rack
Review: Mirka sanding block
Mirka makes the best sand paper I’ve used so far – the Abranet. A mesh-type paper that has excellent dust removal properties. And they also has made this sanding block – with built-in dust collection! Let’s review it!
Review: Rider 3-in-1 plane
Three planes in one? SOLD! I bought a Rider 3-in-1 shoulder plane. Which is also a bull nose plane. And a chisel plane. That’s two special purpose planes I might not need to buy separately, if this thing keeps its promises. Tool review time!
A visit to a Dalahäst factory
Summer vacation – we went to Orsa in Dalarna County, Sweden. Relaxing days on the beach and doing tourist-stuff. Just lovely! If you go there, a visit to Nusnäs and the Dalahäst factories are obligatory! Let’s take a tour.