Avoid Unworkable Workbenches
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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Woodworking Posts
Walnut Coffee Table with Curved Legs
I’ve been hoarding some huge, air-dried walnut boards for over twenty years, waiting for the right projects to come around. This small coffee table was the perfect opportunity to finally…
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Sometimes the Log Gods Smile on You
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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AI in the Shop, Part 3: The Expert Researcher and Materials Consultant
In the first two parts of this series, we saw AI struggle with the spatial logic of shop layouts and the structural “nitty-gritty” of furniture design. However, it’s important to…
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Holy Swedish Burls Batman
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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The Splinter Report: March 27th
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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