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Outdoor Finishing | Best Woodworking Tips

We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. When I was a kid, my dad made a pair of Adirondack chairs that sat out front of the old farmhouse I grew up in. Looking back, they added a quaintness to the house. They were attractive pieces, but in time the …

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Outdoor Finishing | Best Woodworking Tips

We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. When I was a kid, my dad made a pair of Adirondack chairs that sat out front of the old farmhouse I grew up in. Looking back, they added a quaintness to the house. They were attractive pieces, but in time the …

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A Small but Mighty Handle for Augur Bits

We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. One of the most exciting new tools that my students and I got to try and use this year was the 6 Piece Bushcraft Survival Auger Kit with T-Handle and 5 Auger Bits in Tool Roll from WoodOwl. The new tool (practically …

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Outdoor Kitchen | Best Woodworking Tips

Outdoor kitchens have become a popular feature in recent years, as homeowners seek to make the most of their outdoor living space. An outdoor kitchen can provide the perfect place for entertaining guests or simply enjoying a meal with the family. There are a number of things to consider when planning an outdoor kitchen, such as location, layout, and size. …

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Cedar Plant Stand | Best Woodworking Tips

We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. An Asian-inspired display stand for deck, patio or porch. This stand was originally designed for bonsai plants—dwarf trees or shrubs—but it can be used to display any kind of potted plant. As a traditional bonsai stand, it’s designed to be attractive yet …

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Crisscross Picnic Table | Best Woodworking Tips

The Crisscross Picnic Table is the perfect addition to any outdoor space. This spacious table features a crisscross design that provides ample seating for up to eight people. The table top is made from durable HDPE plastic, and the legs are made from powder-coated steel for long-lasting use. The Crisscross Picnic Table is also easy to assemble, and it comes …

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Yard Games: Kubb | Best Woodworking Tips

We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. I’m sure you’re thinking, what’s Kubb? The original name, “Kubbspel,” translates (roughly) into “throwing block game.” The goal is simple: knock over wooden “Kubbs” or soldiers by throwing sticks or batons at them, followed by the king. With two teams and a …

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Yard Games: Kubb | Best Woodworking Tips

We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. I’m sure you’re thinking, what’s Kubb? The original name, “Kubbspel,” translates (roughly) into “throwing block game.” The goal is simple: knock over wooden “Kubbs” or soldiers by throwing sticks or batons at them, followed by the king. With two teams and a …

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Yard Games: Ladder Golf | Best Woodworking Tips

We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. Professional-sized ladder golf sets are larger and more robust than the chintzy ones you usually find in yard game kits. This project is a great way to use some long skinny scrap pieces too. Read the rules for ladder golf here When …

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Yard Games: Ladder Golf | Best Woodworking Tips

We may receive a commission when you use our affiliate links. However, this does not impact our recommendations. Professional-sized ladder golf sets are larger and more robust than the chintzy ones you usually find in yard game kits. This project is a great way to use some long skinny scrap pieces too. Read the rules for ladder golf here When …

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