What are the basics of woodworking?

And fortunately, even if you missed out on taking a thorough shop class in high school and feel ill-equipped to tackle a simple woodworking project, it's definitely not too late to learn. Here's a list of some basic skills you would do well to develop. read more

If you are interested in Woodwork or have a passion for it then why not have a look around this site. You will find information about all things woodworking including joints, finishes, tips, tools and plenty more. read more

Popular Woodworking Magazine offers dozens of free articles for getting started in woodworking, including free plans for projects that are easy to build, advice on the best tools to buy for the kind of work you want to do, the technique instruction you need for both hand tools and power tools, tips you can put to use right away in your shop (plus advice on setting up shop!) and more. read more

The basics of woodworking are measuring/marking, cutting, and joinery. There are many ways to go about each of these tasks - the correct technique depends on the wood species, the skill of the woodworker, the function of the piece, and the design. read more