How to make DIY protectors to avoid damaging your workbench vise. More versatility without damaging the vise jaws.
X-Motion Portable Mortiser
Smart and innovative design which will allow you to cut tenons and mortises or mill horizontally by turning its handle.
Why should I build my own tools?
Uses of homemade machines, tools and knowledge required, choice of materials and cost or safety. Author’s reflections.
Modular Workbench Readers Projects
Compilation of some of the Modular Workbenches that our users are making guided by our woodworking plans.
Modular Workbench & Mobile Tool Stand (3)
Last article in the series, I’ll try to show everything it can offer and how to join the homemade workbench modules together.
Homemade Band Saw
First cuts of my new Diy Band Saw. Main features or how to set up. Improvements and blade choice. Easy to build design.
Homemade Rotary Tool Workstation (2)
Turn your rotary tool into a drill press, a router table and a lathe. It will come in handy when doing small operations.
Homemade Rotary Tool Plunge Base
How to make a plunge base that can be used with Dremel-type rotary tools. Ideal for crafts such as marquetry and luthiery.
Homemade Multi-Function Workbench
Last article where I’ll show how to make the drawers and doors using the cutting station of the Multi-Function workbench.
Modular Workbench & Mobile Tool Stand (2)
Second article about my new modular workbench, where I will install the top and the screw vise of the workbench.
Homemade Knife Sharpening Jig
It will allow me to sharpen almost all of my knives, chisels and gouges on my lathe in a fast, convenient and precise way.
DIY Lathe Chisel Sharpening Jig
I’ll use it with my homemade lathe and a grinding wheel and it will allow me to sharpen all my woodturning chisels.
Modular Workbench & Mobile Tool Stand (1)
Configurable modular workbench with great storage capacity that can also be used as a mobile tool stand.
BandSaw Upgrades
After using my homemade band saw for a year, I should make some improvements to the blade guides and saw table.
Workbench Dogs & Holdfast Clamps
Can be used with almost all kinds of workbenches with at least 28mm thick countertops. Work comfortably and safely.
