Build a Double Sided Log Rack
I built the log rack out of treated lumber. The main frame that supports the logs is made from 2 X 6s. The posts are 4 X 4s and connected to the frame with Lap joints. After getting the rack into position and adding a 4 x 4 post at the ends, I used a 2 x 6 at each...How To Make a Modern Round Dining Table
Plans for this Project https://jonpeters.com/shop/lily-table-design-plans/ Lily table, This modern looking table was inspired by the Lily pad and Lily pad flower. The 60 inch round dining table is made of a 8/4 quartersawn white oak for the base and 5/4 rifts sawn...How to Use Threaded Screw Inserts in Hard Wood
A screw doesn’t hold very well in end grain. On this project I decided to use screw inserts at the top of the table leg. Because white oak is very dense and hard I drilled the hole just a little smaller than the screw inserts. I then used an Epoxy and sawdust mixture...How To Make a Tapered Edge on a Table Top
I’m building the table top for my next project out of 5/4 white oak. To give the table a lighter and more elegant look I’m tapering it from the bottom to five eights of an inch at the edge. To make the taper I used a half inch straight bit in the router along...Entryway Table with Continuous Wood Grain Drawer Fronts (No Commentary)
This is the abbreviated version of the classic entryway table. To see the full 40 minute tutorial video here on YouTube click on the link below. The unabbreviated video will take you step-by-step through the project and will include: How to make drawers, how to make...Rift Sawn White Oak – Buying Lumber at the Lumberyard
I’m using Rift sawn white oak for the table top I’m building. I’m A big fan of quartersawn white oak but for this project I wanted the long tight grain of rift sawn. It’s always nice to visit a lumberyard with a great selection and people who are happy to help. Big thanks to Ed and Ryan for helping me find a few nice boards for the project.
How to Make a Mortise Jig for a Plunge Router
This is a simple Jig to make and works great for making repeatable mortises. The table I’m building will have a cross brace in the center made with a lab joint. The cross brace will connect to the legs with 2 inch mortise and tenon joints.
How to Refinish and Restore a Mid Century Modern Chair
I bought this mid century modern desk and chair for $95 about 20 years ago. I refinished the desk but never got around to the chair until now. I’m a huge fan of mid century modern furniture so it’s pretty cool to have this set now in my office / art studio.