Welcome to The Splinter Report, where I gather the assorted interesting and amusing things I’ve seen in the woodworking world. This week we’re looking at April Fools, a broken project,…
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In Pennsylvania, a state representative is proposing a tax holiday for tool purchases. You’ve probably heard of “tax holidays.” Several states establish them occasionally to address economic areas of concern,…
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Tools, Taxes, and Temporary Relief Read More »
In the summer of 2002 I got to visit Sam Maloof’s new workshop and home in Southern California and was floored by three things: the tactile perfection of his…
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Avoid Unworkable Workbenches Read More »
American Elm “Ulmus Americana” Ulmus Americana was once a prominent icon of the American forest. However, after the arrival of Dutch Elm disease in 1930, the species declined to almost…
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Sometimes the Log Gods Smile on You Read More »
Editor’s note: This article was originally written in December 2025, for the April 2026 issue, which went to print in January 2026. As we wrap up this issue of the…
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Holy Swedish Burls Batman Read More »
Welcome to The Splinter Report, where I gather the assorted interesting and amusing things I’ve seen in the woodworking world. This week we’re looking at gaps, old furniture, and a…
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The Splinter Report: March 27th Read More »