seal a beer mug - FineWoodworking
2009年10月26日 · Wooden containers work, and work well, for low carbonated beers but if you're going to drink canned or bottled beer from this mug have a kitchen towel handy when you pour. The paraffin wax sounds like a good idea as it will smooth out the wood surface. Please let us know how it works out.
Easy to build wooden 6 pack holder - FineWoodworking
2021年2月26日 · You’ll turn heads when you roll up with this rustic beer (or soda) caddy, packed with a tasty assortment of artisanal libations. This six-pack caddy project is so easy to make it could be your very first attempt at woodworking.
Greenwood: Carving a wooden cup - FineWoodworking
2022年4月11日 · Carving your own wooden cup leaves you with a deeply personal object that can become a daily part of your life. And because it is a small object, you’ll feel nearly every surface, from facets to curves, each time you pick it up. Wooden cups take many forms and have roots in many craft traditions around the world.
Build a Contemporary Coat Rack - FineWoodworking
2024年10月11日 · When asked to create a simple coat rack, Christian Becksvoort came up with this design, which includes a rod for hangers as well as shelves for shoes and hats. The rack's distinctive X-shaped ends have angled half-lap joints, which Becksvoort cut with a handsaw and chisels. The shelves are independent assemblies, with five slats on a frame for the bottom and three slats on two cleats for the ...
Make your own benchdogs - FineWoodworking
2024年9月24日 · Upgrade your workbench with custom-made dogs using a 1/4-in. bullet catch in hardwood. DIY tips from Charlie James in Williston Park, N.Y.
Repairing hand-plane totes and knobs - FineWoodworking
2024年8月26日 · If you have a vintage Stanley hand plane, chances are you'll need to repair the "furniture" - or wooden parts - sooner or later. Often the tote and knob are made of rosewood, and time will have left them nicked, split, chipped, or fully broken. But with a few straightforward techniques almost any damage can be repaired. Learn …
Easy Techniques to Make Coopered Containers – Fine Woodworking
Synopsis: Light and graceful but quite strong, coopered containers combine elegance with approachable construction.
Cooper's planes - FineWoodworking
2021年9月6日 · The heat and moisture in the wood (plus an extra swabbing of the inside of the barrel) soften and steam the staves. The cooper drives on more temporary wooden hoops to bring the staves together in the shape of the completed barrel. With a drawknife or adz he then bevels a “chime” or chamfer around the inside edges at both ends.
Pick the Perfect Hinges for Your Boxes - FineWoodworking
Synopsis: Designing a box? Make sure to choose the hinges before you start building. Boxmaker Doug Stowe lays out the criteria to consider when deciding which hinge is right: appearance, size, weight, and ease of installation.
A recipe for a flavorless, durable, food-safe finish
2022年4月12日 · Once the oil has cured, you’re ready to use the cup. A wooden cup can last for years if properly cared for. Don’t put it in the dishwasher. Try to keep hot liquids below 190°. Avoid leaving liquids in the cup for long periods, such as overnight. Lastly, don’t be shy about using it.