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How to Make a Modern Tripod Plant Stand
In this 13-minute woodworking tutorial, Jay Mowder walks you through how to build a modern tripod plant stand that also doubles as a step stool or footstool. This versatile project features three identical legs, joined together with a simple half-lap joint, created using the Ultra-Shear Flat Top Dado Blade Set for a precise fit. Jay also demonstrates how to cut a perfect circular top using the Multi-Function Router Base and shares pro tips for accurate layout to center the 3-legged base on the round top. To attach the base, he uses the Blue Spruce 12" Pull Saw to cut flats on each leg and the Duax Angle Drilling Table to drill precise dowel pin holes for a strong and seamless connection. This is a fun and rewarding woodworking project that requires minimal materials and makes a stylish and functional addition to any home. Whether you're looking for a plant stand, step stool, or footrest, this build is sure to impress! If you'd like to build this for yourself, be sure to check out the FREE PLANS! Project Resources ➜ Download the FREE Woodworking Plans (PDF) Top 8 Tools Ultra-Shear Flat Top Stack Dado Duax Angle Drilling Table - Deluxe Kit Pocket Compass XL - 2" – 21" Range Multi-Function Router Base StabilMax® RT+ Router Table System w/ Rack-It® AutoScale Miter Sled - Left Folding Saddle Square - Mini - Aluminum Blue Spruce 12" Pull Saw
The Perfect Garage-Workshop Setup for Flattening Slabs
Looking for the ideal garage workshop setup for the Slab Flattening Mill∙PRO? Look no further. In this 6-minute video, Jay Mowder shares a few crucial setup tips to help you get the most out of your Slab Flattener. He walks you through the process of flattening a live-edge slab, as well as six end-grain cutting boards at once! If the Slab Flattening Mill∙PRO is on your list of tools to buy, or if you already own one...you don't want to miss this insightful video!
Add Tapers and Curves to Your Projects, The Easy Way!
In this 8-minute video, Jay Mowder continues his video series on building this simple end table. He walks you through step-by-step how to add sophisticated tapers and gentle curves to your projects using Woodpeckers Precision Taper Jig and the Steady Curve Bandsaw Template Guide. Stay till the end of the video to see an incredibly helpful accessory that will cut your table glue-up time in half! Make a template out of 1/4" MDF. You're welcome to use a different material if you'd like, just make sure to use the dimensions provided below.
Making and Installing an End Table Top
In this 10-minute video, Jay Mowder shares several tips and tricks on how to make a table top for an end table. He walks you through the milling process and shares the secret to getting a seamless glue-up on all of your table tops. You'll also learn a few different ways to use the Radius Quick Jig and Corner Jig to add a radius to each corner. And finally, he shows you a simple modification you can make to your Auto-Line Drill Guide that makes installing figure-8 table top fasteners a quick and easy process.
Using the Cam-A-Line Dowel Guide + Helpful Layout Tips
Jay shows you how to build a simple end table using the Cam-A-Line Dowel Guide and how its indexing system makes it possibly the best dowel jig ever!
The Ultimate Upgrade For Your Trim Router
Your trim router is capable of much more than you think. With the StabilMaxRT Router Table, you can instantly switch your trim router between handheld use and router table use with zero tools required.
The Most Versatile Spline Jig
Your miters are WEAK! Make the joint rock solid and add a design element at the same time by adding splines across the miter. In this 6-minute video, Jay Mowder shares just how quick and easy it is to add splines to 3 different sized projects using the Woodpeckers Spline Jig. You'll get to see our NEW Ultra-Shear 3/16" and 1/4" Flat Top Grooving Saw Blades in action as well as helpful setup tips to ensure you get the most out of your Spline Jig!
Elevate Your Cutting Board Design!
In this 6-minute video, Jay Mowder from RedTool Woodshop shows you step-by-step how to make a simple striped cutting board. You'll get to see several Woodpeckers tools in action including the ThinRip Guide, Xpander Clamp System, SteadyCurve Bandsaw Template Guide, and several others! Holiday season is right around the corner, make sure to check out this video to see the best Woodpeckers tools for creating cutting boards for your loved ones! TOP 8 PRODUCTS USED: DeadNutz Square ThinRip Guide Xpander Clamp System Cutting Board with Juice Groove Nested Template SteadyCurve Bandsaw Template Guide Ultra-Shear Solid Carbide Spiral 2-Flute Compression Flush Trim Router Bit Freehand Guard Router Table
How to Build a Set of Krenov-style Sawhorses with the Multi-Router
Discover the versatility that the Multi-Router has to offer by watching this 20-minute video on how to make a set of James Krenov-Style Sawhorses! Jay Mowder walks you through step-by-step on how to set-up and cut a mortise, tenon, through-mortise, and saddle-joint using the Multi-Router. If you're new to the Multi-Router or considering adding one to your shop, this video is a great resource to use as a foundational project to learn and get acquainted with your Multi-Router. Project Resources ➜ Download the FREE Woodworking Plans (PDF) ➜ Download FREE SketchUp Plans (.SKP) Requires SketchUp software