Everyday Woodworking

The idea of milling my own lumber has always been a romantic idea. But it's just so expensive to own your own saw mill! But if you could do some back yard lumber milling for say, $200-300…now we're talking. And that’s exactly what were going to talk about today. The Alaskan Chainsaw Mill! *** Hey, don't forget to check out the Show Notes over at www.applevalleyfarmga.com. They're full of helpful links to even more Chainsaw Mill info, plus lots of Affiliate Links to purchasing your own...

What a thrill to finally share this interview with the amazing Roy Underhill of The Woodwright's Shop! Having been a lifelong fan of the show on PBS, you can imagine the excitement around here when we got the thumbs up for this show. Join us as we chat with Roy and talk about his TV show, The Woodwright's School and his philosophy on woodworking with hand tools. You don't want to miss this one! And for even more about Roy, you can find him online at https://www.woodwrightschool.com Apple...

Everyday Woodworking Know Yourself S3 Ep1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

Today, we’re looking at…Benchtop Planers! I’m going to really kick the hornet’s nest and look as objectively as I can at some of the most popular “lunchbox” style planers on the market. It’s going to be fun though. So grab a cold one and join us as we do our Benchtop Planer Comparison…right here on Everyday Woodworking. Today’s Contenders include: DeWalt DW734Ridgid R4331Craftsman CMEW320Ryobi AP 1305Delta 22-555Bauer 1621 E-B --- Support this podcast:...

This week, we’ve got my Q&A with Phil Huber and Chris Fitch, hosts of the PBS television series, The Woodsmith Shop. To say I left this conversation with some new information would definitely be an understatement. It was fun. It was educational. And frankly, it really inspired me in my work ethic and the way I approach not just my business, but the craft of woodworking. And I have no doubt that it’s going to be one for the books for you guys too! Get ready for a heapin' helpin' of...

If you’re a woodworker and you sell your work, then this episode is for you. Let’s get out our Google crystal ball and take a look at "Woodworking Projects That Sell". You'll get about 25 gagillion search results, all promising you a guaranteed look at a list of sure-fire money makers that will practically have customers throwing money at you! Well let's back up and take a hard look at what WON'T sell and what really is LIKELY to sell. You don’t want to miss this one…right here, on Everyday...

If you search Amazon for “Woodworking” books, you’ll get over 60,000 results! But what if you had to whittle that list down to just a few Essential Woodworking Books? That’s what we’re up to today...right here, on Everyday Woodworking. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

One of the most common questions we get asked is some variation of “How did you learn to do this?” So today, we'll look at eight great ways to learn or improve woodworking skills, right here on Everyday Woodworking. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

Our PPL topic today is about the strange but warm & fuzzy reappearance of Blue's Clues host Steve Burns. What is up with that? Join us here as we chat it out in the Parent Pickup Line today, right here on Everyday Woodworking. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

Most woodworkers have only a minimal setup for heat or AC in their workspace. Join us today as we explore affordable options for heating and cooling the small shop. Right here on Season 2 of Everyday Woodworking! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

We are back in the parent pick up line with another short episode for you. Today we’re talking about MDF in the shop. Do you love it? Do you hate it? I’ll tell you what I know about this pretty amazing woodworking product. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

Thoughts are random and wandering here in the parent pick up line. Join me for a little pick up line schooling! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

Welcome to our Small Business Brainstorming episode! Today we're talking about why I have the crazy idea that we do NOT want to grow our woodworking business. Join us for all the juicy details right here, on Everyday Woodworking! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

Every small shop woodworker has a tool or tools that they just can’t live without. And that’s what we’re looking at today. So join us to find out more…right here, on Everyday Woodworking. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

As we celebrate Father’s Day, we’re going to take a brief look at my Top Ten Favorite TV Fathers! Will your favorites make the cut? You never can tell…unless you hang out with us right here, on Everyday Woodworking. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

It seems like every year, when vacation time rolls around, we are just mentally ready to do anything other than work. But it’s so hard! And that’s what I wanted to talk with you about this week. 10 Tips For Enjoying Your Vacation. So comin’ at you live, from the beach…join us right here, on Everyday Woodworking. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

This week, Everyday Woodworking is tackling more of your favorite Woodworking Myths. Join us as we take a look at some common myths, folklore and shop stories and see what is fact and what is fiction. From pocketholes and heartpine, to wood splitting and tape measure tricks. Well see you…right here, on Everyday Woodworking. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support

If you’re like me, then you’ve got a dad or a grandfather that was just larger than life. He was or is your hero. And chances are, there’s a shop, full of the smells of things that have been built or worked on, little jars of screws and nails, scraps of things that might get used “some day”, and a whole bunch of tools that you just can’t buy anymore. That’s me and my granddaddy’s tools. They’re more than just a bunch of tools that have a logical purpose. But they’re touchstones of a man and...

This week’s show covers a subject that I get asked about all the time. And that is…How you can make the leap from hobbyist to business owner, as a woodworker. And it seems like a daunting task, but it really isn’t. However, it’s not something I think you should take lightly. And with that in mind, I want to talk a little about how we did it, and then give you some tips about how you can do the same. So join us for all that and more...right here on Everyday Woodworking! --- Support this...

What are the absolute essential tools that you need in your shop? Could we possibly narrow a list down to just five absolutely essential tools that every woodworker must have in their shop!? Let’s poke the bear and see what we can stir up. ;) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/everydaywoodworking/support