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Thanks for all the suggestions. I figured out how to make full scale prints in sketchup so I'll likely print the patterns and use those for cutting out the initial pieces then also for making a...

I've attached photos of a laundry rack for hanging hangers I plan to build out of 4/4 maple.

I am fairly set on the design but only so long as I can figure out a way to accurately "dado?" one...

They are Rockler's Lid-Stay Torsion Hinge. They seem to work great and got great reviews.
http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=30958&filter=torsion%20hinges

I've completed my third major woodworking project. I took design elements from many other toy chests I had seen and I created the final plans using Sketchup. All panels are made from solid maple. ...

Thanks everyone for your replies.

Can anyone help me with this?

Sorry Mike, my explanation must not have been clear....

I was wondering if the panel would expand under the inlay and leave the long grain inlay shorter than the crossgrained (expanded) panel.

You seem more the engineer type than woodworking type. Impressive modifications. I wish I would have snatched up one of the R4511's before they disappeared from the stores.

+1 to this comment... Another reason for the Kreg screw is not only because of the panhead but also the self tapping head so no predrilling is required in the mating piece.

Is there an issue applying a solid cherry inlay from '1/16" deep, 1/4" wide, 2' long piece, across the grain on a 2' panel?

I was told rule of thumb is hardwood can expand 1/8" per 1'. On a 2...

Thanks Scott-
That's a big help. As I'm somewhat new to finishing could you provide any specific types of water-borne finishes? Not sure if that's something I can pickup at the local hardware...

I'm a fan of natural finishes so for my previous book case project I made a wiping varnish from 1/3 mineral spirits, BLO, and Poly. I think the finish turned out great but had a couple questions.
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These posts certainly peaked my attention. I just finished my 2 day exam to be certified as a crash reconstructionist. Looking at the question at face value both situations are equally dangerous. ...

I'd love to see the process you follow to create these awesome boxes. I wouldn't even know where to start. I'm more on the macro states of my woodworking progress.

I picked up a Tool Shop brand 18v 3/8" cordless for $26 at Menards the day after black Friday. They always have deals hanging around. Might have luck at Menards if you have them by you.

Carl-
Looks like a great set of chisels. My wife bought me a set of 6 Japanese chisels for Christmas last year and I love them. I cannot speak to their comparison with a good set of western...

Glenn-
I have too considered a bench made similarly to yours. Yours looks great. Could I ask what glue you use between the layers of MDF? I would guess not typical wood glue. Also, does anyone...

That is downright impressive. I am in the infancy of my woodworking development and could only hope to work towards being able to complete a project like that.

Steve, thats my worry. I hope that this is around as long as he is (he's only 14months old). I plan to hand cut dovetails where the front joins the sides. I'm not confident enough in my abilities...

I recall seeing this joint on The Woodsmith Shop a while back but cannot think of the name of it. Also, I am considering using it to hold the sides to the back of a toy box I'm building my son. ...

One second I'm jealous, the next second I cringe at how much of a fire trap that seems.

I think I saw it on the Woodsmith Shop but can't currently find the link.

It explained making a jig that clamps against the saw fence with plastic laminate on the outfeed side for a slight...

Just in time for Christmas I finished the jewelry boxes for my four nieces (and one for the wife of course). This project tested some new skills. I had to work with thicker stock so had to...

I think i figured it out... I have to instead use the 'basic uploader.' I'm able to then upload them. Hmm, don't know why that would make a difference. Thanks for the suggestion Ken.

I was unaware of the size limit. I dropped one of the pics to only 80kb and I still get the same error.