Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Whether you're just starting out or you've drilled more holes than a spaghetti strainer, this video packs 10 more drill press and drilling tips you probably haven't seen—unless you've been secretly living inside a machine shop.
We’ll cover everything from better bit control, clever drilling setups, to avoiding the most common mistakes (yes, including the “oops” hole that wasn’t supposed to be there). If you've ever wondered why your holes wander, tear out, or just don’t go the depth you planned… this one’s for you.
Perfect for woodworkers, makers, and anyone who owns a drill press but only kind of knows what the quill does.
* Tips for cleaner holes
* Drill press hacks you’ll actually use
* Why brad point bits are secretly villains in disguise (sometimes)
* And how to drill smarter, not harder
Whether you build furniture, jigs, or just want your holes to look less like you made them blindfolded—this is your sign to get drilling right.
*“Link in the description”*
Making the Flush Chisel → youtu.be/0lVEby2LJ70
Drill press v-block → youtu.be/eK_OuTJtqrg
Hand drill press → youtu.be/49059S69vrY
Become a patron! → patreon.com/makethings ←
Huge thank you to my patrons that keep this thing going!
*MAKER TEAM*
Michelle B
Keith Current
William L McNally
Rich Lightfoot
Tutor the Barbarian
Aubrey G.
Nukebert
Sam W.
Aaron Knows DIY
G. Salazar
David B.
Marc B.
Richard B.
Ben. K
00:00 Intro
00:27 Create larger holes with carriage bolts
01:15 Adding steel threads is this easy
02:12 No more drill bit flexing and breaking
03:05 Template drilling is drill press drilling
04:00 Six plugging tips for exposed holes
04:54 Drill press accuracy you can visibly see
05:45 Using a scratch and a v-block for accuracy
06:40 Six drilling rules I abide by
07:35 Hand drilling with drill press accuracy
08:35 Master large holes with a hand drill
09:28 Thank you for watching!
Make Things
#MakeThings #mtbitesize
Whether you're just starting out or you've drilled more holes than a spaghetti strainer, this video packs 10 more drill press and drilling tips you probably haven't seen—unless you've been secretly living inside a machine shop.
We’ll cover everything from better bit control, clever drilling setups, to avoiding the most common mistakes (yes, including the “oops” hole that wasn’t supposed to be there). If you've ever wondered why your holes wander, tear out, or just don’t go the depth you planned… this one’s for you.
Perfect for woodworkers, makers, and anyone who owns a drill press but only kind of knows what the quill does.
* Tips for cleaner holes
* Drill press hacks you’ll actually use
* Why brad point bits are secretly villains in disguise (sometimes)
* And how to drill smarter, not harder
Whether you build furniture, jigs, or just want your holes to look less like you made them blindfolded—this is your sign to get drilling right.
*“Link in the description”*
Making the Flush Chisel → youtu.be/0lVEby2LJ70
Drill press v-block → youtu.be/eK_OuTJtqrg
Hand drill press → youtu.be/49059S69vrY
Become a patron! → patreon.com/makethings ←
Huge thank you to my patrons that keep this thing going!
*MAKER TEAM*
Michelle B
Keith Current
William L McNally
Rich Lightfoot
Tutor the Barbarian
Aubrey G.
Nukebert
Sam W.
Aaron Knows DIY
G. Salazar
David B.
Marc B.
Richard B.
Ben. K
00:00 Intro
00:27 Create larger holes with carriage bolts
01:15 Adding steel threads is this easy
02:12 No more drill bit flexing and breaking
03:05 Template drilling is drill press drilling
04:00 Six plugging tips for exposed holes
04:54 Drill press accuracy you can visibly see
05:45 Using a scratch and a v-block for accuracy
06:40 Six drilling rules I abide by
07:35 Hand drilling with drill press accuracy
08:35 Master large holes with a hand drill
09:28 Thank you for watching!
Make Things
#MakeThings #mtbitesize
