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ShopNotes No. 109
Features
Fine Tools
14 / Heirloom Back Saw
Making your own hand saw is easier than you think. With a few simple techniques, you’ll create a high-quality, heirloom tool.
Best-Built Jigs & Fixtures
18 / Saw Blade Filing Jig
Storage Solutions
24 / Space-Saving Workshop
Simple joinery and inexpensive plywood is all it takes to turn any wall into an efficient work and storage area for all your tools.
Storage Solutions
30 / Drop-Down Router Table
A unique design allows this router table to be used over any workbench and easily stored.
Best-Built Jigs & Fixtures
36 / Super-Charge a Shop Vacuum
Increase the usefulness of your shop vacuum with a handy upgrade and roll-around cart.
Weekend Project
42 / Folding Lumber Racks
Keeping your project lumber organized is a cinch with these simple lumber racks. You can build a pair from just one sheet of plywood.
Departments
4 / Readers' Tips
Router Workshop
8 / Routing Shelf Pin Holes
Use your plunge router as a precision drilling machine for evenly spaced shelf pin holes.
Jigs & Accessories
10 / A Look at Coping Sleds
Get the scoop on what features to look for and how you can get better results.
Hands-On Technique
12 / Using Gel Varnish
You’ll get a fast, flawless finish with this durable, easy-to-apply varnish.
Tips From Our Shop
22 / Shop Short Cuts
Check out our shop-tested tips and techniques for solving your woodworking problems.
Hands-On Technique
34 / Plugging Screw Holes
Disguise countersunk screws with couple of common bits and a simple technique.
In The Shop
40 / Choosing Shop Knives
Find out what you need to know to select the best knife for your shop.
Setting Up Shop
44 / 5 Tips to Get More from Your Planer
Turn your planer into a multi-purpose tool with these simple tips, jigs, and fixtures.
Mastering the Table Saw
46 / Decorative Splined Miters
Get extraordinary, eye-catching results all while strengthening a mitered joint.
Great Gear
48 / Dust Collection Accessories
Learn how a few simple accessories can help keep your shop clean and dust-free.