We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The world of woodworking tools is rich in options. Woodworkers across the country have so many choices when it comes to bringing new gear ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Woodworking offers numerous benefits. Just the creative process gives back in a meaningful way, and that's before you consider the fruits of ...

F rancis Nicholson is America’s first documented planemaker. It’s believed he was the first planemaker to imprint his name on the tools he created. Nicholson lived from 1683-1753 and this wooden plane ...

A chisel is one of the most utilitarian and oldest hand tools for woodworking. And a good wood chisel, in particular, has sharp beveled cutting edges, holds those edges well, sharpens easily, and ...

While not technically a tool, a sturdy workbench with flat work surface is key to woodworking. One with two vises, like the 58-inch Nordic Plus workbench from Northern Tool, is even better! Planks can ...

Chris from YouTube channel Chop With Chris demonstrates how to build a wooden crossbow using only hand tools. Check it out above. Chris uses walnut for the stock, hickory for the bow, and Brazilian ...

While they have mostly been replaced with other roofing technologies, wooden shingles have a certain rustic charm. If you’re curious about how to make them by hand, [Harry Rogers] takes us through his ...

Simply sign up to the House & Home myFT Digest -- delivered directly to your inbox. I get asked a lot what my favourite tool is, and it’s an impossible question to answer because it depends on what ...

No equipment? No problem! New books teach crafters to knit without needles, sew clothing without a machine, and woodwork without power tools. Sabrina-Rose Benedict. Better Day, Nov. Benedict has ...