24 Projects Using Shop Made Jigs: Boost Your Woodworking Skills with DIY Tools

If you're a woodworking enthusiast, you know that having the right tools can make all the difference. From intricate cuts to precise measurements, using jigs can significantly enhance your woodworking experience. In this article, we present you with 24 exciting projects that you can create using shop-made jigs.

The Power of Shop-Made Jigs

Woodworking jigs are simple tools designed to help you achieve repeatable, accurate, and consistent cuts and joinery. By creating jigs yourself, you not only save money but also tailor them to your specific needs and project requirements. These DIY tools can automate complex processes, making them easier and more efficient.

Chairmaking Simplified: 24 Projects Using Shop-Made Jigs (Popular Woodworking)

by Kerry Pierce (Kindle Edition)

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Language	:	English
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	193 pages

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List of 24 Projects Utilizing Shop-Made Jigs

1. Box Joint Jig: Craft beautiful and functional boxes with precise dovetail joinery.
2. Router Table Accessories: Upgrade your router table setup to improve safety and usability.
3. Table Saw Sleds: Achieve accurate and clean crosscuts effortlessly with a table saw sled.
4. Miter Sled: Create perfect miter cuts for frames, boxes, and more.
5. Box Making Sled: Build sturdy and attractive boxes in various shapes and sizes.
6. Dowel Jig: Easily align and drill precise holes for dowel joinery.
7. Panel Saw Jig: Cut large sheets of plywood with ease using a shop-made panel saw jig.
8. Circle Cutting Jig: Design and cut circles of various diameters precisely.
9. Tapering Jig: Create tapered legs and other angled cuts accurately.
10. Tenoning Jig: Craft strong and precise tenon joints for furniture making.
11. Edge Banding Jig: Apply edge banding to boards seamlessly.
12. Box Lid Support Jig: Add functionality and elegance to box lids with hidden supports.
13. Dovetail Jig: Achieve hand-cut dovetail joint quality with a shop-made jig.
14. Sanding Jig: Make sanding small and intricate pieces effortless and precise.
15. Planer Jig: Level and plane boards accurately and safely.
16. Picture Frame Clamping Jig: Assemble picture frames easily and keep them square during glue-up.
17. Box Corner Jig: Create decorative box corners with ease.
18. Jointing Jig: Flatten and square rough stock with a reliable jointing jig.
19. Featherboard Jig: Improve safety and control when feeding workpieces through tools.
20. Drill Press Table: Build a versatile and precise table for your drill press.
21. Spline-Cutting Jig: Add strength and visual appeal to your joinery with splines.
22. Pocket Hole Jig: Build strong and hidden pocket hole joints in your projects.
23. Mortise Jig: Produce clean, consistent, and accurate mortise and tenon joints.
24. Router Dado Jig: Create dado joints effortlessly for shelves, cabinets, and more.
25. Turning Tools Jig: Sharpen and maintain the edges of your turning tools with precision.

Woodworking is a rewarding hobby that allows you to create beautiful and functional objects. By incorporating shop-made jigs into your woodworking projects, you can take your skills to the next level. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced woodworker, these 24 projects utilizing shop-made jigs will inspire you to explore new possibilities and enhance your woodworking repertoire.

Chairmaking Simplified: 24 Projects Using Shop-Made Jigs (Popular Woodworking)

by Kerry Pierce (Kindle Edition)

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	12190 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	193 pages

FREE

The fear of chairmaking is gone!

Worried that you don't have what it takes to create stunning and comfortable chairs? From getting the perfect angle to making sure the size is just right and that each chair is comfortable - chairmaking can be a daunting task for any woodworker. But, never fear! Author Kerry Pierce draws upon decades of professional chairmaking experience to provide a handful of simple jigs that take the fear out of chairmaking.

This book shows you how to make a variety of styles and types of chairs, from a ladder-back Shaker chair to a continuous-arm Windsor chair. You'll learn how to weave tape and rush seats, carve and shape wooden seats and much more.