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How to hand carve a wooden spoon
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How to hand carve a wooden spoon

Here’s the scoop — this is fun and easy!
How to hand cut dovetail joints
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How to hand cut dovetail joints

Learn this centuries-old hallmark of craftsmanship.
30 brilliant woodworking tips for beginners
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28 brilliant woodworking tips for beginners

Woodworking is a blast, but it can be intimidating for beginners. Luckily, our readers and editors love passing along their go-to tips.
Why wood moves and why you need to know
DIY Tips & Ideas, Workshop

Why wood moves and why you need to know

Wood is going to expand and contract. You can't stop it. But you can learn how to avoid the problems caused by wood movement.
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The 10 most common woodworking mistakes beginners make
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The 10 most common woodworking mistakes beginners make

Don't worry, every skilled woodworker started out at as a beginner, struggling to cut a straight line. Here are 10 woodworking lessons we’ve learned the hard way!
14 ways to use a rotary tool that will have people buzzing
DIY Tips & Ideas, Workshop

12 ways to use a rotary tool that will have people buzzing

These brilliant ideas may just inspire a renaissance of rotary tool use in your shop and beyond. Honestly, there isn’t much this humble tool can’t do.
47 handy hints for your workshop
Workshop

24 handy hints for your workshop

From tool hacks to genius storage ideas, these handy hints will help you save money, complete projects more efficiently, and definitely have more fun in your workshop.
4 types of wood joints every woodworker should know
Workshop

4 types of wood joints every woodworker should know

Make strong, long-lasting joints without years of woodworking expertise or a big budget.
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22 things every DIYer should own
Workshop

22 things every DIYer should own

Whether you’re a novice or an expert, these tools are crucial for getting jobs done at home.
How to clean the car like a professional
Workshop

How to clean the car like a professional

Save money and get top results with our guide to polishing and protecting your vehicle.
DIY Basics: Essential guide to chainsaws
Workshop

DIY Basics: Essential guide to chainsaws

This powerful tool has a scary reputation but is safe if operated correctly.
Workshop storage solutions
Workshop

The solution to workshop storage woes

Organise your garage with drawers designed to hold all your tools and equipment
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DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Measuring And Marking Tools
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DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Measuring And Marking Tools

Use these setout essentials for your DIY projects to get precise and professional results
Free Up Your Garage Space With These Storage And Workbench Hacks
Workshop

Free Up Your Garage Space With These Storage And Workbench Hacks

Try these easy ways to create storage space using a few basic materials.
8 Ways To Use Oscillating Tools
Workshop

8 Ways To Use Oscillating Tools

Cut DIY time in half by using oscillating tools for these 8 jobs
DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Blowtorches
Workshop

DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Blowtorches

Use these heat generating tools to tackle a variety of DIY jobs in the workshop.
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19 Practical Woodworking Projects for Beginners
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19 Practical Woodworking Projects for Beginners

Check out these attractive, useful projects you can build!
Workbench Inspiration
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Workbench Inspiration

Choose and build the best design for your space and DIY needs
DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Multipurpose Saws
Workshop

DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Multipurpose Saws

Arm yourself with a tool that can handle diverse materials and unusual working conditions, and you will be prepared for any contingency
Essential Guide To Manual Saws
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DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Manual Saws

Sink your teeth into any DIY job with tools that span the spectrum from specialised to adaptable
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DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Stationary Power Saws
Workshop

DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Stationary Power Saws

Keep on the cutting edge with tools for everything from construction jobs to intricate detail work
Wall To Wall Garage Storage
Workshop

Wall To Wall Garage Storage

Sort the garage with wall-to-wall storage shelves for all your gear
Tips For Tighter Mitres
Workshop

Tips For Tighter Mitres

Get a perfect fit every time with these tried-and-tested methods for cutting, adjusting and joining workpieces
Essential Guide To: Grinders, Files and Rasps
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DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Grinders, Files and Rasps

Cut, sharpen, shape and smooth a variety of materials with these handy tools
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DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Pressure Tools
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DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Pressure Tools

Clean up, spruce up and pump up with these home and workshop time-savers
A row of builder's clamps
Workshop

DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Clamps

Put the squeeze on any DIY undertaking with our in-depth guide to these workshop staples
DIY Basics: Essential Guide to Jigsaws
Workshop

DIY Basics: Essential Guide to Jigsaws

Versatility and ease of use make this the most popular power tool after a drill for DIY
DIY Basics: Essential Guide to Circular Saws
Workshop

DIY Basics: Essential Guide to Circular Saws

This powerful tool is great for making long, clean, straight cuts in a range of materials
DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Drills
Workshop

DIY Basics: Essential Guide To Drills

Handyman shows you how to choose, buy and use the best drill for your DIY needs and skills
Tool Safety, Handyman Magazine, DIY
Workshop

Tool Safety for DIYers

Get into good storage habits and do regular maintenance to extend the life of your tools and avoid accidents
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