Hi all. Some of you may be wondering where I've been The last week or so. I've come down with some bug. Been sick for a week nos. But I'm on the mend and shall return

I know there are lots of people out there who love pocket holes; but I'm not one of them. Oh, they're useful and I use them when I feel they are appropriate. But that's not the same as people who use them for everything. Like any other method of joinery, there are times when pocket holes are appropriate and other times when they aren't. In this video, I show some places where pocket holes really aren't the best choice available to us.

Some tools just don’t cooperate, no matter how much you practice. Maybe it’s that tricky hand plane that never cuts quite right, the table saw that always feels intimidating, or the tool you just can’t seem to get the hang of. Share the tool that gives you the most trouble — and why — in the comments below! 🏆 Prize: $100 Sawinery Gift Card (aka guilt-free tool money 😏) 📅 Winner announced on September 22!

One of the biggest problems with doing edge-glued panels is glue cleanup. Some people wipe the wet glue off with a damp rag. That works, but can push the glue into the wood's pores, causing finishing problems. Others wait until the glue dries and scrape it off. That's usually harder to do; but eliminates the finishing problem. I've come up with a better way to remove that dried-on glue. Check out this video to see my new Ergonomic Glue Remover tool. You can find this tool on our website at: https://www.sawinery.net/products/ergonomic-glue-remover?utm_source=skool

Every woodworker has that one tool they reach for again and again. Maybe it’s the one that makes the job easier, maybe it’s the one that just feels right in your hands. Share your favorite tool to use — and why — in the comments below! Whether it’s a trusty hand plane, a sharp chisel, or even a pencil that never seems to get lost, we want to hear it. 💳 Prize: $100 Sawinery Gift Card (aka guilt-free tool money 😉) 📅 Winner announced on September 5!