Is Traditional Finishing Dead?
Posted on 08/12/2026

Do new woodworkers need to learn traditional finishing skills or is it a waste of time?I had to do something recently that I haven’t done in a long time: I had to match an old finish. I was in the middle of repairing an old bookcase I made for my mother-in-law about 22 years ago (I believe it was my

7 Woodworking Rules I Break on Purpose
Posted on 08/04/2026

Discover the woodworking rules I break and why breaking them can lead to better results. Learn to think differently about woodworking.Claim your 10 Free Meals by using code TWWHFCRWY at https://hellofresh.yt.link/I9gTo3J ! One free meal per box with active subscription. Get a a FREE Caraway Food Sto

Stop Buying Tools Until You Know What You Want to Build
Posted on 08/03/2026

Explore our guide on buying woodworking tools and discover what you truly need for your projects and hobbies.A Recovering Tool Collector’s Guide to Buying What You Actually NeedI consider tool buying one of the great benefits of being a woodworker. It’s something of a side hobby and a guilty pleasur

The Blotch-Free Finish Guide
Posted on 07/22/2026

You spent hours building something beautiful. The joinery is tight, the surfaces are smooth, and you’re finally ready to bring the piece to life by applying a clear coat or stain.At first, everything seems great. But within seconds, you begin to notice dark patches appearing across the surface like

This Old-School Drawing Method Can Save Your Build
Posted on 07/03/2026

This video is a live demonstration I did for The Wood Whisperer Guild. If you like this sort of deep dive content, consider purchasing a course or joining Guild Stream!Before SketchUp, before CAD, before 3D printing, woodworkers had pencil and paper. And honestly? That still works.Don’t get me wrong