Wood Talk | Woodworking

It’s show #601 - On today’s show, we’re talking about sharpening hand saws, making a bowl without a lathe, and woodworking design resources Sponsored by : Use code WT2025 for 10% off - Exclusions apply. What's On the Bench Kickback and Stuff his local Woodcraft storeListener Questions Selected Woodcraft Events Store Specific Events: Demos Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s show #600 - On today’s show, we’re talking about color matching, tigerwood workbench, and wood on a metal lathe. Sponsored by : Use code WT2025 for 10% off - Exclusions apply, valid until Jan 31st 2026 What's This Sh&%t [caption id="attachment_49354" align="alignright" width="239"] Screenshot[/caption] We saw this process shared on Powermatic's IG account and question the safety and missed opportunity to educate as a major power tool manufacturer. We would love to hear from the maker about the process he used and how it is working for him. What's On the Bench Kickback and Stuff Listener Questions Selected Woodcraft Events Store Events: Don’t miss Alex Snodgrass’ Next Cut Tour: Woodcraft often has local club meetings in their stores too! Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s show #599 - On today’s show, we’re talking about finding yourself rudderless in woodworking, when to fire a customer, woodworking on an open-sided deck, woodworking topics that have been discussed too much and too little, winter shop strategies, and safety lessons for a maker space Listener Questions Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s show #598 - On today’s show, we’re talking about safety lessons for a maker space, strategizing lumber for a workbench, helical heads in benchtop planers, cypress finishing. Sponsored by : Use code WT2025 for 10% off - Exclusions apply, valid until Jan 31st 2026 What's On the Bench True Grip Clamp Pads for sale! Kickback and Stuff Listener Questions Selected Woodcraft Events In-Store Classes are awesome. You should take some! Check your local store to see what they have going on. Here’s just a sampling of what’s going on: Store Events: Classes: Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s show #597 - On today’s show, we’re talking about making thin wood without a bandsaw, fixing sticky drawers, Tormek sharpening machine comparisons, and building a rocking chair. What's On the Bench out of stock band clampWoodTalk Bike Corner Shannon rants about e-bike which are great for commuting and getting people into riding, but kids making fun of kids who have to pedal is outrageous. Plus, get some exercise you lazy kids!! shakes fist Kickback and Stuff Valchromat Listener Questions kitchen knife sharpenerSelected Woodcraft Events In-Store Classes are a great way to make a wonderful holiday gift. Check your local store to see what they have going on. Here’s just a sampling of what’s going on: Store Events: Supreme Bowl ContestsClasses: Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s show #596 - On today’s show, we’re recapping some of our favorite things of the year and answering your questions. End of Year Wrap Its our last show of the year so we spend some time talking about our challenges, new products, and specifically stuff we got from our sponsor, Woodcraft. Kickback and Stuff Listener Questions Woodcraft Store Events Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sponsored by : If you want to help support the show, you can do so by going to Patreon.com/woodtalk and signing up to become a patron of the show. It’s show #595 - On today’s show, we’re talking about what to do when your workbench sucks, Is wood acclimation BS, and running a lathe backwards. Woodcraft Giveaway Congratulations to Matt Croyle who won the tap room cutting board kit. We also heard from Joe, last months lathe tool giveaway and he does actually have a lathe and has already put his new tools to use. Black Friday Sales What's on the Bench Kickback Listener Questions Woodcraft Store Events November 7th and 8thNovember 8 & 9thLocal Store events:Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sponsored by : If you want to help support the show, you can do so by going to Patreon.com/woodtalk and signing up to become a patron of the show. It’s show #594 - On today’s show, we’re talking about finish for a commercial shelf, removable furniture tops and ripply cuts. Woodcraft Giveaway For November Woodcraft is back with another giveaway. This time they are giving away a Tap Room Cutting Board Kit and you can register to win by filling out the form on our website here. We will draw a winner and announce at the end of November. What's on the Bench Kickback Alpine Technical WorkshopsListener Questions Woodcraft Store Events November 7th and 8thNovember 8 & 9thLocal Store events:Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grain filling turnings, crosscut sled vs mitersaw and keeping on track with a large project. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you want to help support the show, you can do so by going to Patreon.com/woodtalk and signing up to become a patron of the show. It’s show #591 - On today’s show, we’re talking about first aid kits, why no shapers?, when is enough, enough?, our favorite distractions when we have a creative block, and an alternative for table saw blade height adjustment. Woodcraft Giveaway Woodcraft is back with another giveaway for the month of October. This time they are giving away a 5 piece turning tool set and you can register to win by filling out the form on our website here. We will draw a winner and announce at the end of October. What's on the Bench Listener Questions Marc's first aid kitQuality TweezersWoodcraft Store Events All stores: October 17 and 18thOctober 11th and 12thOctober 12thAsk Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sponsored by Woodcraft! https://www.woodcraft.com/start And by the generous contributions of our patrons: https://www.patreon.com/woodtalk Today we’re talking about Don't miss your chance to win a Wood River Mini Turning Tool Set: https://woodtalkshow.com/giveaway/ What's on the Bench - Marc started the install of Nicole's builtin desk. - Shannon blew off the world and went bikepacking. - Matt is cleaning up to do more sawmilling. Kickback Last episode we had a question from Simon about loss of grip strength and how he should deal with it. We got some good suggestions: - Brian suggests "Hand-i-craft" also has nerve damage in their hand, leading to them coming up with some interesting approaches to woodworking: https://www.youtube.com/@hand-i-craft - Tommaso suggests: check out Essential Craftsman channel, he has a friend he works with who is an exceptional woodwork. The guy suffered a stroke and lost control of his dominant side, and theres a few videos on how he's dealing with it. - Marc suggests @delbasidtimbers on IG - https://www.instagram.com/delbasidtimbers/ - Butch is impressed by how hard we work when we are actually getting paid to do the show. Listener Questions - Tom is making small, 3" ish circles with a router and template and seeks advice on a safe and clean way to do it. Marc suggests a sanding jig instead of a router and referenced this video from Bob Lang: https://youtu.be/m6FfXUAPx1w?si=XuydD01MByNN83DH - John is building a workbench and asks about getting quartersawn material vs flatsawn material. - Brandon is looking for a resource to help him identify trees so he can buy logs and know what he is getting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sponsored by : If you want to help support the show, you can do so by going to Patreon.com/woodtalk and signing up to become a patron of the show. It’s show #590 - On today’s show, we’re talking about… Tools we wish existed, shopping for a grinder, Why don’t you buy another super expensive, super specific tool?? Giveaway Winner! Nathaniel Snell is the winner of the WoodRiver small shoulder plane. We had over 500 entrants and thank you for everyone who entered. The great new is Woodcraft likes the idea and there will be more of this to come. What's on the Bench Kickback Dining Table Discussion We talk about the double edged sword of specialty tools: gimmick or useful? Listener Questions Ask Us a Question Our questions primarily come from our generous Patrons. You can also send in questions via the contact form. Or you can hit us up on Instagram at woodtalkshow. And you can even send us an email or voicemail at woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sponsored by Woodcraft! On today’s show, we’re talking about using beeswax in finish, cleaning up an old saw, and can I run these through planer?? Hey Hey Hey! Shoulder Plane Giveaway! Marc has an extra WoodRiver small Shoulder Plane and he is going to give it away to one lucky person. Fill out the form here and take your chance to wind a shiny, steampunk looking shoulder plane. Hurry, because we will select the winner on the next show. What's on the Bench Kickback Shapr3DListener Questions Sandflex BlocksWizards Metal PolishWoodcraft Store Events All SeptemberWoodcraft of HawaiiOmahaSeattleIndianapolisGrand RapidsBoise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s show, we’re talking about sealing templates, magnets in our projects, and to flatten or penetrate first? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s show, we’re talking about… SERIOUS WOODWORKING DRAMA, our recommendation for a zero VOC finish, carpenters vs woodworkers, and grain vs figure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s show, we’re talking about… the role of AI in our work, sanding through the grits, and vertical grain drawer fronts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sponsored by Woodcraft! How to lower your chances of back injury in the shop, cutting the end of a workbench, designing with secondary woods, super-duper ultra mega laminated benchtop Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s show # - On today’s show, we’re talking about… are you missing something by NOT engaging in CNC and digital design, cutting a burl, blame the sealer or blame the wood Sponsored by You If you want to help support the show, you can do so by going to Patreon.com/woodtalk and signing up to become a patron of the show. What's on the Bench Listener Questions Ask Us a Question Send in questions via the contact form here on site or hit us up on IG at woodtalkshow or send us a voicemail using your phone voice memo app to woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Answering emails from Patrons! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s show #582 - On today’s show, we’re talking about tear out on cherry, stock prep time savings: planer or jointer, and there’s bugs in my nut wood. Sponsored by Woodcraft Woodcraft is looking out for you guys. Do you know how? They want to make sure you know what to expect when it comes to this whole tariff debacle. Because tariffs are obviously going to impact a LOT of the major power tool purchases woodworkers make in the foreseeable future. So while details and dates are somewhat fluid, here are the most current timelines: Woodcraft is trying to be as transparent as possible and they’ll be sending out emails about this in the future. Bottom line is, prices are going up. Woodcraft didn’t set the prices so don’t shoot the messenger. So if you’re in the market and were thinking about making a major purchase, it probably behooves you to do it now. In fact, here’s one better. When you go to woodcraft.com, you’ll get a little popup offering you a discount for signing up for their newsletter. Do it, because you can save 10% off your first order. Exclusions apply so you’ll want to read that fine text but hey, a discount’s a discount. Sponsored by You If you want to help support the show, you can do so by going to Patreon.com/woodtalk and signing up to become a patron of the show. What's on the Bench Kickback Listener Questions slick planer sled jigAsk Us a Question Send in questions via the contact form here on site or hit us up on IG at woodtalkshow or send us a voicemail using your phone voice memo app to woodtalkshow@gmail.com Finally you can find us individually on Instagram at mattcremona, woodwhisperer, and renaissancewoodworker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.