ShopNotes Online Extras give you step-by-step videos, technique and project animation, bonus cutting diagrams, and a lot more. http://surveys.shopnotes.com/extras/ Sat, 20 Mar 2010 13:33:46 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2-ppt http://surveys.shopnotes.com/images/layout/shopnotes-masthead-small.gif http://surveys.shopnotes.com/extras/ http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/110/extras/multipurpose-cart/ shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 24 Feb 2010 21:55:04 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/110/extras/fast-and-easy-finger-joints/ Finger joints always remind me of two hands clasped together. A set of "fingers" on one piece fits between the "fingers" on the other. But what provides the "muscle" here is glue. These interlocking fingers create a lot of edge-to-edge surface area for a really strong glue joint - which, in turn, makes for a solid box. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Articles Wed, 24 Feb 2010 21:52:34 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/110/extras/the-super-fmt-jig/ Making tight-fitting mortise and tenon joints with your plunge router is quick and easy with this next-generation jig. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:23:36 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/110/extras/miter-saw-workstation/ A miter saw is a handy tool to have in the shop for cutting stock to length. And with the project you see here, you can turn your saw into a reliable and accurate go-to tool for making repeatable cuts. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:10:27 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/110/extras/miter-saw-workstation-model/ A miter saw is a handy tool to have in the shop for cutting stock to length. And with the project you see here, you can turn your saw into a reliable and accurate go-to tool for making repeatable cuts. shopnotes@shopnotes.com 3-D Model Wed, 10 Feb 2010 19:18:46 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/109/extras/drop-down-router-table-model/ Following the theme of maximizing space in the workshop, I added this flip-down router table. The small size means it doesn't take up a lot of space. And the built-in features provide all the benefits of a larger router table. shopnotes@shopnotes.com 3-D Model Wed, 16 Dec 2009 19:20:53 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/109/extras/plywood-lumber-rack/ Any time I'm building a large project, it's convenient to keep the stock I need close at hand. The multiple levels and notched base of these folding lumber racks make it easy to sort, stack, and store the material needed for the project. And after I'm finished, the racks fold up and tuck away for storage. shopnotes@shopnotes.com 3-D Model Mon, 14 Dec 2009 21:04:22 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/109/extras/space-saver-workshop-model/ Organizing your shop is one of the best things you can do to improve your woodworking. Having a place to store tools and supplies creates a more relaxing and efficient shop environment. shopnotes@shopnotes.com 3-D Model Mon, 14 Dec 2009 21:03:38 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/109/extras/space-saver-workshop/ Organizing your shop is one of the best things you can do to improve your woodworking. Having a place to store tools and supplies creates a more relaxing and efficient shop environment. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Mon, 14 Dec 2009 21:01:06 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/109/extras/back-saw-handle/ There's something very satisfying about making your own tools. Over the years, I've made hand planes, marking gauges, and other hand tools. Recently, I decided to tackle my biggest challenge yet - a back saw. What I learned is that the process isn't that difficult. Like many other projects, it's just a matter of finding the right materials and getting started. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Pattern Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:43:07 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/108/extras/quick-and-easy-sheet-metal-projects/ Working with sheet metal isn’t difficult — if you have the right tools. All it takes to make the items shown here are some basic tools, a pair of tin snips, and the metal brake featured in ShopNotes No. 108. You’ll also need the patterns for laying out the cuts and bends. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Free Plan Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:10:58 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/108/extras/hobby-bench/ Most workbenches are great for building furniture. But, they’re often too large for smaller hobby activities. Plus, they often lack storage for both large and small items. That’s why I really like this hobby bench. Its small size allows you to put it anywhere, but it features a lot of storage options. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:35:14 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/107/extras/storage-cabinet-makeover/ Add some slide-in cases, shelves, and drawers to an ordinary steel cabinet and transform it into a customized tool storage center. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Fri, 21 Aug 2009 19:09:14 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/106/extras/10-best-handscrew-tips/ Simply put, handscrew clamps can handle a lot of jobs other clamps can't. No matter how many different clamping devices you run across, few can match the versatility of a traditional handscrew. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Articles Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:59:52 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/106/extras/table-saw-project-center/ Many woodworkers are looking for ways to use the space in their shops more efficiently. This table saw project center adds capabilities without taking up a lot of space. It features several hard-working accessories that turn an ordinary contractor's-style table saw into a versatile joinery, assembly, clamping, and routing station. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:00:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/106/extras/wall-mounted-clamp-rack/ Clamp storage is a problem every woodworker faces. But this compact, wall-mounted system provides the perfect answer. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:00:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/106/extras/wall-mounted-clamp-rack-model/ Clamp storage is a problem every woodworker faces. But this compact, wall-mounted system provides the perfect answer. shopnotes@shopnotes.com 3-D Model Wed, 10 Jun 2009 13:00:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/105/extras/sharpening-stone-storage-box-design-options/ These handy boxes are easy to build from just a couple pieces of scrap wood. You'll find six, unique design options in this online extra for both the lid and base. Or, you can mix and match a pattern for any lid to go with any base to come up with the look you want. All of the profiles can be made using just a table saw, a hand-held router, or a band saw. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Design Options Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:30:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/105/extras/heirloom-calipers-and-dividers-set-model/ With some simple tools and a little time, you can build a complete set of quality layout tools. shopnotes@shopnotes.com 3-D Model Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/105/videos/making-a-zero-clearance-insert/ A factory blade guard assembly with a built-in splitter and pawls is designed to keep a workpiece from kicking back. But, there are times when you may not be able to use the factory blade guard (as when ripping really narrow pieces). In that case, it makes sense to use a splitter that is part of a zero clearance insert. The splitter is sized to match the thickness of the saw blade, preventing the kerf from closing up and pinching the back of the blade. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Videos Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/105/extras/modular-garage-storage/ The key to getting the most out of any storage space is designing a system that's versatile enough to meet both current and future needs. What's even better is a system that's low-cost and simple to build. This solution meets all those needs perfectly. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Materials, Supplies, & Cutting Diagrams Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/105/extras/radius-chart-for-common-shop-and-household-items/ Most plans call for a specific size radius or roundover, but being exact isn't that critical in some cases. For example, rather than use a compass or circle template to lay out a curve, often all you need is a common item found in almost every shop. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Articles Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/105/extras/setting-up-lock-miter-bits/ Using a lock miter bit in the router table is a great way to create strong, interlocking miter joints. Setting up the bit just right takes a few test cuts. But sometimes, it's difficult to know just what adjustments to take. This SketchUp file shows several scenarios and helps you diagnose what's wrong. shopnotes@shopnotes.com 3-D Model Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:00 +0100 http://surveys.shopnotes.com/issues/105/extras/thin-strip-ripping-jig/ Ripping multiple thin strips to a consistent width at the table saw is tricky at best. It's hard to reset the rip fence after every cut for the exact thickness you need. This jig solves the problem. shopnotes@shopnotes.com Articles Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:00 +0100