To find more great posts like today’s, visit the Popular Woodworking Editors’ Blog at www.popularwoodworking.com/woodworking-blogs/editors-blog.

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I can pretty much guarantee the first dust collection system we all own is a shop vac. And shop vacs come in all shapes, sizes and capacities. I’ve owned a few in my woodworking lifetime and one thing is for certain in a shop my size, smaller is better. Smaller shop vacs are easy to tuck away and surprisingly they can be pretty powerful.

I recently had a chance to try out the smallest shop vac yet that I’ve brought into the shop, the Rigid WD4522 Wet/Dry Vacuum. I was a little skeptical at first, but very impressed once I had a chance to put it to use. Checkout some of the features of the Rigid WD4522 and my full review in this ToolSelect.com video.

For a full rundown of all the specifications for the Rigid WD4522 Wet/Dry Vac, check it out at the ToolSelect.com website. There you’ll find a full 3-D look of the tool and more information.

One thing I forgot to mention in the review, and this is important for these cold days when we’re cooped up indoors, Rigid also makes a bag for this model. That means even more dust collection power than just the HEPA filter alone.

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HIGHLAND WOODWORKING WOODSLICER BLADE – 2 Winners each month! Congrats to – Doug Massey & Jacob Deis

MILESCRAFT Drill90 – 2 Winners this month! Congrats to – Michael Davis & Kevin Kronewitter

ZEM HEARING PROTECTION. Congrats to – Michael Borg

Remember, if you weren’t one of the schwag drawing’s lucky winners I’m already starting to take names for the February drawing right now. All the entries have been thrown out and we’re starting fresh. So head on over to the Schwag sign up page to get yourself entered today mattsbasementworkshop.com/giveaway.

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I mentioned in the episode that since filming the original footage I had started to streamline the construction process. Just like with any project where you find yourself repeating the build over and over (think cutting boards, jewelry boxes, pens, etc.) you discover little shortcuts that can help to cut the production time down, but not affect the quality of the results.

As I’ve mentioned before, I really appreciate tips and suggestions from you the audience. And once again, you’ve come through for me with a great tip that I’m using from this point out when building the boxes. Don (no last name in the email) suggested I checkout an article over at Fine Woodworking Magazine it’s titled 2 Fast Ways to Build a Box and was written by Bill Nyberg.

On page one of the downloadable PDF (it does require a membership to the digital media) Bill lays out a quick and easy two cut step that creates the lips of the two sides. Essentially the same thing I’ve been creating, but with my method I was spending way too much time setting it up. This new method cuts my setup time in HALF. Checkout today’s show to see what I’m talking about.

Just to let you know, I don’t cover Bill’s entire article, just this one little part that has made a huge difference in how I’ll be cutting parts for more of these boxes and maybe even other projects down the road.

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The other day I was perusing the list of shows and noticed one I hadn’t seen before. I’m sure it was there all along, I just hadn’t searched for anything new to me in a long time. I’m so glad I decided to take a look!

Over the years I’ve had a few questions come in from listeners about various marine topics. Nothing as major as “how to make a boat” but a number of questions regarding marine grade lumber or finishes. I’ve always had to claim ignorance, but tried to help point them in the right direction so they could find someone who might have a better idea.

Well now I know exactly who to point these people too, Andy Miller of the Boatworks Today podcast. Andy is just the kind of guy you want on your side when it comes to building or restoring all things nautical and even all around woodworking for that matter.

Andy’s introductory video is posted below (I embedded it with his permission from his website). The videos are full of great information and so far have covered more than just boat restoration. In fact, one of my favorite build series so far has been the Xylophone he built for his daughter for Christmas. Although, the Pizza Paddle has definitely made an impression on me…probably more to do with the ending of the video and the calzone it carried to and from the oven…

Don’t just take my word for it, checkout Andy’s introductory video below and then do yourself a favor and head over to iTunes and subscribe today to download the rest of his videos. By subscribing you’re guaranteed not to miss another episode. Of course you could just head over to his website at www.boatworkstoday.com and learn more about Andy and the show.

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I remember the first time I was introduced to Gorilla Polyurethane Glue. I was picking up some sandpaper at my local mom & pop hardware store and the Gorilla Glue rep had just visited before I got there.

Anyone ever glue end grain to long grain (think a letter “T”)? If you have, would you trust the glue to hold the joint together? I wouldn’t, but just then the clerk handed me something that would make me question what I was seeing.

The glue joint had been hit repeatedly with a hammer, but amazingly the wood itself failed before the glue did.

I don’t use polyurethane glues nearly as much as I do my yellow glues (also with the name Gorilla on it). But when there’s a need for them, Gorilla Glue is my go to brand. And now with their new Anti-clog cap, going Gorilla on a glue-up is easier than ever.

- New cap design prevents clogging 100% of the time. - Stainless steel anti-clog pin. - New wing nut grip cap for easier use. - Air tight precision seal keeps air out and glue fresh.

To learn more about Gorilla Glue visit www.gorillatough.com.

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New episodes are just around the corner, but in the mean time I invite you to subscribe to my other show Spoken Wood Podcast if you haven’t done so already.  If you’re not familiar with it, check it out at www.spokenwoodpodcast.com or just click on the “Spoken Wood Podcast” tab on my homepage.

While I’m asking you to checkout Spoken Wood maybe now would be a good time to ask you to consider leaving a rating or comment about any of my podcast feeds over at iTunes?

It’s been a long time since we’ve been ranked in the top shows in our category and therefore a little out of sight of people who have yet to discover the show.  You don’t have to give me a five star rating, but just about any rating will help to draw some attention to the show.  And more attention means I’ll feel the pressure to more and better content!

On a completely different note, but about discovering great woodworking content and feedback.  Have you seen the new semester of Shannon Roger’s Hand Tool School is about to get underway?  Now is  a good time to get signed up so you don’t miss a single lesson.  Visit the school’s website and get signed up today.

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Of course the one obvious problem with a furnace in the middle of your shop is making sure you have adequate dust collection on your tools. Since the tool budget here at Matt’s Basement Workshop is almost nil (let’s get serious, if it wasn’t for Highland Woodworking’s sponsorship I’d probably still be using a steak knife to cut my lumber) rather than stealing tools to show you what’s new and exciting I’m just going to borrow footage from my friends over at ToolSelect.com.

Recently the guys posted a review of the Jet – 708626CK DC-1100CK 1-1/2-Horsepower 1100 CFM Canister Dust Collector. With it’s powerful suction and ease of bag removal for throwing away dust and chips, it’s just the kind of tool you want around to help keep the air clean…in the shop and out.

For more great reviews (and I plan to cross post more of these) visit www.ToolSelect.com today.

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Let’s get serious! When I leave the shop, my hands can look & feel horrible. Handling wood can suck moisture out of your skin and leave them looking like you tried to plane them with a dull blade.

I’ve been using O’Keeffe’s Working Hands for a few months now and I can’t believe the difference. More amazingly, my wife doesn’t complain anymore when I hold her hand after a full day in the shop.

- O’Keeffe’s Working Hands is a unique formulation of moisturizing ingredients guaranteed to improve the health of your skin. - Working Hands contains a high concentration of Glycerin that draws in and retains moisture. - Contains Allantoin, an odorless, non-toxic and non-allergenic skin-protectant derived from the Comfrey plant. It removes dead skin cells to allow for better penetration and absorption of moisture and moisturizing ingredients. - Revolutionary 3 Step Process to relieve dry, damaged skin. FIRST hydrate the skin with both water and glycerin. SECOND trap moisture at the cellular level . THIRD alter the pH in the dermis layer of the skin to activate the body’s own powerful repair cycle.

To learn more about O’Keeffe’s Products CLICK HERE.

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The authors are Steven D. Johnson, Lee Laird, George T. (Terry) Chapman & Curtis Turner and was originally posted January 5, 2012.

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Title: The Workbench
Run Time: 40 Minutes
Production Date: 2008
Produced By: Lie Nielsen
Price: $25.00 US (Buy Now)

From the Back of the Case:

When building furniture, you need your workbench to be able to hold your boards to accurately work the faces, edges and ends. Chris Schwarz has built and used ten different types of workbenches and has experimented with many work holding challenges and solutions. In this DVD he demonstrates various strategies for holding the workpiece for these essential tasks, by designing or modifying a workbench for efficient use.

Our Thoughts:

While this DVD does show ways to accessorize and modify your existing workbench, this is really something you want to watch BEFORE you build your workbench. Chris does a great job of showing the various ways one might use a workbench, and how the bench can be designed to accommodate these things. In fact, this video is a nice compliment to Chris’s workbench books.

The DVD is jam-packed with tips and tricks and you’ll likely need to watch it multiple times to pick everything up. In addition to the workbench information, Chris shows us some general tips for chiseling, sawing, and planing.

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In part four we complete the “Shelves and drawers” by building the drawer fronts from solid maple, attaching the bases to each of the units and then adding all the final touches from painting to hardware.

A lot of you had questions about using MDO; its workability, paintability, cost and more.  Rather than addressing each of your questions as they come in, I tried to include all of them in the video.  Hopefully I answer yours, but if not, don’t hesitate to contact me.

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Title: Build the 21st Century Workbench
Run Time: 56 Minutes
Production Date: 2008
Produced By: Popular Woodworking
Price: $19.99 US (Buy Now)

From the Back of the Case:

This new workbench from Robert W. Lang combines the best workholding devices and ideas from a number of historic bench forms, along with a few design twists of his own. Whether you use power tools or hand tools (or both), this knockdown bench design is perfectly suited for the modern workshop.
This DVD contains everything you need:
• Hour-long video details the bench construction process
• 3D SketchUp model shows bench components from every angle
• Complete printable construction drawings
• PDF slide show of entire construction process
• Enhanced PDF of magazine article, with step-by-step construction instruction.

Our Thoughts:

Bob Lang shows us how to build his 21st Century Workbench, a sturdy and practical design that should suit just about any woodworking style. The bench can be knocked down and employs wedged dovetail joints to hold everything together. Bob confidently guides us through his building process at a reasonable pace. Unfortunately, there are a few significant details left out of the demonstrations or a shortcut is taken by showing the finished product and simply stating what was done. However, this is counter-balanced by a nice package of DVD ROM extras including PDF plans, a SketchUp plan, and slideshows. A guest appearance by Chris Schwarz was nice and the subsequent vise discussion was a welcome surprise. But the time spent on this “extra” might have been better spent on elaborating on more project details. Given the total package though, just about anyone should be able to build this bench successfully with this DVD.

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HIGHLAND WOODWORKING WOODSLICER BLADE – 2 Winners each month! Congrats to – George Keeney & Larry (no last name given)

MICRO JIG ZEROPLAY MITER GUIDE BAR – 2 Winners this month Congrats to – Dennis Rozak & Chris Fox

ToolSelect.com Tool Bag – 2 Winners Congrats to – Jim Ferrell & George Brown

MILESCRAFT Drill90 – 2 Winners this month! Congrats to – Rob Johnston & Christopher Chaffee

ZEM HEARING PROTECTION – 2 Winners this month. Congrats to – Jesse Toland & Mike Thorstenson

Remember, if you weren’t one of the schwag drawing’s lucky winners I’m already starting to take names for the January drawing right now. All the entries have been thrown out and we’re starting fresh. So head on over to the Schwag sign up page to get yourself entered today mattsbasementworkshop.com/giveaway.

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Speaking of people getting what they wanted, the holiday weekend interrupted our weekly www.Toolselect.com Tool Bag drawing. So rather than pretending like it never existed, I’ve drawn last week’s winner this morning.

REMEMBER! We’re giving away one bag a week throughout December and another as part of the regular schwag giveaway.

 So if you’re not entered this month, just fill out the schwag entry form by visiting our “Schwag Giveaway Page”.

Did you get gift certificates this year? Use our links to get what you wanted while helping the show.

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Topics

Today we discuss our 2012 woodworking resolutions. Shannon plans on finally taking a 5-day Windsor Chair class, Matt plans on re-organizing his shop (for the last time??), and Marc plans on doing more client work and pushing his personal skill set.

As part of the discussion, we mentioned Roy Underhill’s School, William Ng’s School, and Easy Wood Tools.

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ONLINE EDUCATION

Use code stretchypants get 10% off

Woodworking App from iTunes AppStore

eBooks from iTunes iBookStore

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And even though the bases will, for the most part be hidden out of sight, that’s no reason to not take a few minutes to design something that looks nice. You never know when someone will take a look!

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