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This wall-mounted system packs in a lot of storage — and an extra worksurface. It’s easy to build and configure to meet your needs.
Two primary approaches to shop storage dominate project design: closed and open. This concept applies to everything from portable tool totes to full-on “one-wall workshop” systems. This project falls into the open concept. It follows the idea of “See it, use it, don’t lose it.”
John Doyle, the designer, took inspiration from several sources. Woodsmith has featured several versions of wall-mounted shelves and organizers in the past. So he expanded on the idea to create a two-part combo unit. Stand back from the project a bit and you can see the other influence — a dining room hutch. Eye-level storage and display for smaller items, a small worksurface or staging area, and a bulk storage area down below.
The key to making this all work is providing a lot of options without creating a bunch of overly specific spaces. This project shows a variety of options to consider. Before you dive in, I’d prefer you take a look at your current needs (or where they’re headed). Then mix and match the solutions you like, and skip past those that don’t apply.
A strong argument in favor of building this workstation for your shop is the construction. We used Baltic birch plywood because the cut edges are consistent and clean looking. So you don’t need to apply edging or face frames. The joinery consists of dadoes and rabbets backed up with glue and screws. Considering the storage potential, not much stands in your way.
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For me details on making this Dado Blade Caddy check out this article: woodsmith.com/article/shop-built-dado-blade-caddy
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Get more information about this project as well as downloads: woodsmith.com/article/episode-021-art-deco-vase
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Find the detailed drawings on how to build this Adjustable Bench Stop here: woodsmith.com/article/adjustable-bench-stop
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Stephen asks: How can you put a table saw against a wall? There are enough different operations that all sides are required for access. Ripping requires access in the front and rear. Crosscut tables require access from the left side as well as the right side for longer stock or plywood.
Red Cedar Challenge — Prove Logan Wrong
Logan milled some large Eastern red cedar. While it's ideal for drawer boxes, and lining chests and closets, he doesn't think it looks all that great as a primary material. Send us a photo of your red cedar project. The winner will get a special prize.
Handworks is Coming
Later this year, the Handworks show handworks.co occurs in eastern Iowa. If you're planning on going, why not take some time for a Woodsmith tour? Email woodsmith@woodsmith.com to set up a time.
New Tools
Logan added a travisher to his tool kit. Now it seems he will start making chairs.
Phil completed a coping saw that was featured in Woodsmith and designed by Christ Fitch.
Free Plan
The home’s entryway tends to be a magnet for clutter. If you don’t have a good method for organizing these items, it can quickly turn into an unsightly mess. The elegant hall tree woodsmithplans.com/plan/hall-tree you see here is a great solution to this problem. With a set of hooks, shelves, and a bottom bin for storing umbrellas, it’s the perfect spot to deposit or collect these items when you arrive at the door. It even has a pivoting mirror for a quick check before you head out the door.
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This episode’s project is a set of dominoes featuring a v-carved floral design and a matching storage box carved from a single block of wood. The project calls for profile cuts, pocket cuts, v-carving, and two-sided milling requiring exact registration, so it has some fun challenges and opportunities to learn.
Get more information about this project as well downloads: www.woodsmith.com/article/episode-020-decorative-domino-set
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You can find the free downloadable plans for the Table Saw Ripping Jig here: woodsmithplans.com/plan/table-saw-ripping-jig
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You can find the free downloadable plans for the Night Light here: woodsmithplans.com/plan/night-light
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Find out more information about this episode here: woodsmith.com/article/shopnotes-podcast-150-great-grandma-copals-aromatic-hand-tools
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Most projects have straight edges, so ripping edging on the table saw is easy. But what about curves? The round corners of a conference table can be dealt with by turning a ring on the lathe (or with a trammel and router) that has an inside diameter matching the plywood table’s inner form. The ring is cut into four segments, applied, and straight edging fills in between. But what about a table that has a flowing complex shape, such as a flower? The old school way is to laboriously create master templates and pattern route the parts. The new and better way is to use your CNC router.
Find more details and get the project downloads here: woodsmith.com/article/episode-019-curved-plywood-edging
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You can find the complete step-by-step plans to build this Router Storage Cabinet here: woodsmithplans.com/plan/router-cabinet
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Get the step-by-step woodworking plans to build this Table Saw Accessory Cabinet here: woodsmithplans.com/plan/table-saw-cabinet
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This episode of the ShopNotes podcast is presented by Epilog Laser. Quickly and easily customize your woodworking projects for added beauty and value. Learn more at epiloglaser.com
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You can find the step-by-step woodworking plans to build this Porch Bench here: woodsmithplans.com/plan/porch-bench
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Most projects at Woodsmith and ShopNotes are clear coated with spray lacquer. We have a commercial spray booth so we can safely spray and get projects ready for the photo studio quickly.
Desing editor Dillon Baker is my resource when I have questions or problems spraying. On this episode, we talk about his process and some the lessons he's learned.
__Free Plan__. One part of the finishing process we didn't get into (and is a whole nuther episode) is sanding. Hand sanding goes faster and results in smoother, flatter surfaces when you use a sanding block. While you can use a piece of scrap, this shop-made sanding block works better: woodsmithplans.com/plan/sanding-block
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The free episode for this week is a set of miterless picture frames. Woodsmith hosted a local 4H group and the kids built a frame to get an idea for the kinds of work we do here. woodsmithplans.com/plan/miterless-picture-frames
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This episode of the ShopNotes podcast is presented by Epilog Laser. Quickly and easily customize your woodworking projects for added beauty and value. Learn more at https://www.Epiloglaser.com.
You can purchase the Woodsmith 36" Wood Rule here: store.woodsmith.com/collections/tools/products/364036
Find more details and get the project downloads here: woodsmith.com/article/episode-018-ruler-accessories
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Get more information on making these V-Shaped Bench Dogs here: woodsmith.com/article/v-shaped-benchdogs
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Get the step-by-step plans for the Greene & Greene Picture Frame here: woodsmithplans.com/plan/greene-and-greene-picture-frame
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For more details and drawings to make this Micro-Adjust Stop Block, check out the accompanying article here: woodsmith.com/article/miter-saw-micro-adjust-stop-block
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You can find the accompanying article and downloads for this episode here: woodsmith.com/article/episode-017-aluminum-milling-basics
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This episode's FREE plan is a set of stackable tool totes: woodsmithplans.com/plan/stackable-tool-totes
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To find out more about this episode of CNC Basecamp and get the free project downloads: woodsmith.com/article/episode-016-v-carving-beyond-lettering
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You can find this project in the latest issue of Woodsmith Magazine, Issue #264 (December 2022) woodsmith.com/magazine/issue/264
Or look for the plans, coming soon to WoodsmithPlans.com!
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