About this season
The Woodsmith Shop is designed to help you get the most out of your woodworking shop with helpful tips and techniques. Whether viewers are just starting out or have been woodworking for years, they'll find something new in every episode.
Episodes (13)
1. 3-in-1 Bookcase
Aired 17 September 2011
The Woodsmith editors show you how to build a beautiful heirloom-quality bookcase. Plus, you'll learn a quick and easy ways to change the look of the bookcase to fit your style.
2. Curved-Lid Treasure Box
Aired 24 September 2011
Great looking projects don't have to be difficult to build. Watch and learn as the editors of Woodsmith show you the secrets to turning a few hours of time and a few pieces of wood into an elegant small box.
3. Router Bit Cabinet
Aired 1 October 2011
You can build this quick and easy project to store and protect those expensive router bits. The Woodsmith editors show you how to build a handy wall-mounted case for your router bits.
4. Swing-Leg Table
Aired 8 October 2011
This space-saving, swing-leg table is a classic woodworking project. The editors of Woodsmith show you the secret to this project - a wood knuckle joint. Plus you'll learn some of the tips and tricks for building this unique, heirloom table.
5. Heirloom Tool Chest
Aired 15 October 2011
Woodworkers dream of building a custom chest for their fine tools. The Woodsmith editors show you how to make that dream come true. Start with a simple, easy-to-build plywood case. Then dress it up with beautiful veneers and custom tool holders.
6. Library Table
Aired 22 October 2011
Join the editors of Woodsmith as they pack a lot of woodworking into this beautiful craftsman-style library table. You'll learn tricks for fitting sturdy mortise and tenon joints and assembly tips to get everything together. Plus, discover the ins and outs of adding drawers and the best way to build a top.
7. Through Mortise & Tenons
Aired 29 October 2011
The Woodsmith editors present a couple of special weekend projects: a classic, Nantucket-style bench and a traditional wall shelf. Both projects feature through mortises and tenon joinery. In this episode, you'll learn the techniques to make this classic woodworking joint in a unique way.
8. Pocket Screw Joinery Techniques
Aired 5 November 2011
When it comes to assembling a project, nothing is quicker than pocket screw joinery. In this episode, the editors of Woodsmith show you how to build two projects with pocket screws. The first is a small outdoor table with a tile top. The second project is a cabinet that's perfect as an end table or nightstand.
9. Shop Storage Cart
Aired 12 November 2011
This roll-around shop cart may become your favorite shop tool. The Woodsmith editors show you how to build this versatile cart. This handy project is a tool storage center, an adjustable stock support system, and a workstation all in one compact design.
10. Classic Wall Mirror
Aired 19 November 2011
The delicate molding details catch your eye, but it's the unique display shelf that sets this Arts & Crafts inspired wall mirror apart. Learn the techniques for getting flawless fits as the Woodsmith editors build this classic heirloom project.
11. Picture-Perfect Miters
Aired 26 November 2011
In this episode, the editors of Woodsmith show you how to build an all-new table saw sled to cut perfect miters. Then they use the sled to make an easy-to-build picture frame that not only highlights your woodworking, but your favorite photos as well.
12. Cherry Console
Aired 3 December 2011
Sturdy construction and a classic design are just a couple of the features of this classic cherry console. Join the editors of Woodsmith magazine as they show you how to turn a sheet of plywood and some hardwood edging into an elegant storage project.
13. Top Shop Tips
Aired 10 December 2011
In the Woodsmith Shop, we're always looking for ways to make woodworking faster, safer, and more accurate. See some of our favorite shop tips and techniques from the pages of Woodsmith magazine.