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Whether it’s a simple trick for holding a workpiece better, or a way to get a little more from your dust collector, we’ve gathered some of the best shop tips here.


Door Helper Jig

Door Helper Jig

Installing cabinet doors often turns into a juggling act of holding the door in place, aligning the hinges and screws, … Read More

Small Parts Tray

Small Parts Tray

Each of my tools in the shop have accessories that I use all the time. Here's a simple way to … Read More

Magazine Holder

Magazine Holder

Keeping track of woodworking plans and magazines can be tough in a small shop. They can quickly get buried or … Read More

Shop-Made Fence

Shop-Made Fence

Being able to bury a saw blade in an auxiliary fence lets you streamline your workflow. Here's an easy way … Read More

Turntable Sander

Turntable Sander

A combination disc/belt sander is a valuable shop workhorse. The problem is it can be tough to find a place … Read More

Light Cover

Light Cover

Dust finds its way into every corner of a shop. Most of the time, it's just a nuisance. But it … Read More

Interchangeable Workstations

Interchangeable Workstations

Often having a small shop means shuffling tools on and off your workbench. This platform lets you do that and … Read More

One-Touch Dust Control

One-Touch Dust Control

Turning on your vacuum and tools at the same time has never been easier. A power strip is all that's … Read More

Lathe Tool Rack

Lathe Tool Rack

Keeping your turning tools organized and close at hand is one easy way to make a turning project go a … Read More

Pull-out Worksurface

Pull-out Worksurface

You can never have too many surfaces when it comes to working on projects in the shop. This handy slide … Read More

Fold-Down Work Table

Fold-Down Work Table

A small shop means you have to maximize the space you have. This fold-down table meets all the requirements at … Read More

Box Fan Tower

Box Fan Tower

A run-of-the-mill box fan can help you stay cool in the shop or provide fresh air for finishing. The problem … Read More

Scroll Saw Base

Scroll Saw Base

Here's an easy way to tame the vibration and movement of your scroll saw. All it takes is a simple … Read More

Door Mounting Aid

Door Mounting Aid

Mounting cabinet doors is often easier said than done. Getting the hinges mounted to the door usually isn’t too difficult. … Read More

Handscrew Stop Block

Handscrew Stop Block

A handscrew clamp is a traditional and versatile shop accessory. You can even use these tools at the table saw … Read More