Building a Referral Engine for Your Woodworking Business Word of mouth is the most powerful marketing channel for custom woodworkers. When a satisfied customer tells...

The Email That Keeps Customers Coming Back Six months after you deliver a custom dining table, your customer has lived with it through daily meals,...

Sharp tools aren’t just more pleasant to use—they’re essential for quality work. A dull chisel tears fibers instead of slicing them cleanly. A poorly sharpened...

Every piece of wood, no matter how dry, continues to exchange moisture with its environment throughout its lifetime. This constant interaction causes dimensional changes that...

Dust collection isn’t glamorous, but it’s one of the most important systems in any woodworking shop. Beyond the immediate mess, wood dust poses serious health...

The price of premium sandpaper has increased 8-15% across major brands, driven by rising aluminum oxide costs. What’s Driving Costs Global aluminum oxide production constraints...

Festool has announced a firmware update for its CT dust extractors that enables Bluetooth connectivity with compatible tools. What’s Included The update allows CT 26,...

A community workshop in Portland has launched a new apprenticeship program, offering hands-on training for aspiring furniture makers. Program Details The six-month program accepts eight...

The Fine Woodworking show returns to Indianapolis this March, promising an expanded lineup of demonstrations and a redesigned vendor hall. Show Highlights Featured demonstrators include...

Supply chain issues continue to affect the woodworking industry, with domestic hardwood prices showing signs of stabilization after two years of volatility. Current Pricing Trends...