{"id":79706,"date":"2023-02-02T04:00:15","date_gmt":"2023-02-02T09:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/quotulatiousness.ca\/blog\/?p=79706"},"modified":"2023-02-01T16:18:18","modified_gmt":"2023-02-01T21:18:18","slug":"stop-failing-in-your-woodwork-use-these-strategies-instead","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/quotulatiousness.ca\/blog\/2023\/02\/02\/stop-failing-in-your-woodwork-use-these-strategies-instead\/","title":{"rendered":"Stop FAILING in your woodwork. Use these strategies instead."},"content":{"rendered":"<p align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"854\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5QX4vw-lD4g\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>Rex Krueger<\/strong><br \/>\nPublished 1 Feb 2023<\/p>\n<p>Simple steps lead to great progress, the same is true in your woodworking.<br \/>\n<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Get your HandTool Hero now!: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&#038;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbDFZMkdwcGk4eDk1cllfMzZnSm12cG5FVDlNUXxBQ3Jtc0tudFhTTmgyTTd5TTZxOFBxTkowWXpJY25JQ1U3RkNaSzF1OTNQcUh4cFhpYUNUZEV0RUxMVG5sUV84aXRrOUxqX2o5NnAtUlp1SG9IMUU1MHBlTG1iWlVYU1lsOVctZmkxd09mbmwyV2pra0ZmSU1ZMA&#038;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.compassrosetools.com%2Fstore%2Fp%2Fhand-tool-hero&#038;v=5QX4vw-lD4g\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.compassrosetools.com\/stor&#8230;<\/a><br \/>\nPatrons got one early! http:\/\/www.patreon.com\/rexkrueger<br \/>\n______________________________________________<\/p>\n<p>Check out Compass Rose Toolworks<\/p>\n<p>How the Hero came to be: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&#038;redir_token=QUFFLUhqazRqUGQ1elBVTWNkbWxMRDY2VDhIRUs0elh3Z3xBQ3Jtc0trd0Jha3V1ZmllUFNqV2hjc3F1VTRkRlpFWmhwNWRSRWh5NWcxRUlMb1F1Q2gzLWhFdTFWXzNOTWhjWmpsWWxGSFBuWGxhNm85S05XYVgtU2FWR0FXZEtFYm5mTHVkTTAxY29YOWo4amt0TEw4WEZ2cw&#038;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.compassrosetools.com%2Fblog%2Finventing-the-handtool-hero&#038;v=5QX4vw-lD4g\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.compassrosetools.com\/blog&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Get your Hand Tool Hero: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&#038;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnJvLXBzaWVrOUVYd0Z4bEVFdzE4OTJrSlNGZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttOFYxVktKR3QzRU1oYWV2UjI1Ujdmb1hPWkllcmlJaExwcjZtc1FpRTl4OVI0WWR2RHRqOE1nM09jekphTjh2bVpPSHRuSDdGdGFwTG51NU40ZGxxVk9qakNFU3U0bkpZdkRWbFlKdUk5MUZtd2dGMA&#038;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.compassrosetools.com%2Fstore%2Fp%2Fhand-tool-hero&#038;v=5QX4vw-lD4g\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.compassrosetools.com\/stor&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Compass Rose Chipbreaker Screw: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&#038;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFEyalRIaVFkMXFQSXJWMzZzbWNTZDhVSmcwZ3xBQ3Jtc0tscEduTjN1RG15WkoyVzlOVkpveTlVN3Fkdkx5cHAzRjlIaGFqd0R4RDhJRGRyQ25Qa0J1VW9sOGFkamJubGtaalRSbU43YlhnT1FYb2J2RXVmUnA1Q3dhajNkMWpyVklQSzYya0F4RDlLd0lhY1JNcw&#038;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.compassrosetools.com%2Fstore%2Fp%2Fchipbreaker-screw&#038;v=5QX4vw-lD4g\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.compassrosetools.com\/stor&#8230;<\/a><br \/>\n______________________________________________<\/p>\n<p>The Minimum Timber Bench plans are 34 pages of full-color, step-by-step instructions in standard and metric measurements. The plans include a full stock list and cut list. Every image is modeled in 3D and each step includes tips and tricks to make your build easier. This bench is designed for beginning woodworkers and power-tool woodworkers who want to get into hand tools. You can build it completely by hand or with a few common machine tools. Get your plans here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&#038;redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1pBeXlieTI2OGMtbkFZZnotd2ZSbHVBOFhpZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttUXhyS21jOHlkNDN6Ui1hbFBwbHF6bDBma2ZSZlVfVjlUMkFoUFNCc2NKaU9UOTlpRDlJWVQ2OEV0WU1rWGk1ekx0OTE1T00wY0RFMXpCRlltbEpaMG85MzBWRGR6SlZ5TGU2UXN1djNPdk1zY2ZyVQ&#038;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rexkrueger.com%2Fstore%2Fminimum-timber-bench&#038;v=MYAX7LHNEFA\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.rexkrueger.com\/store\/mini&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The Minimum Timber Bench Course is eight chapters of detailed build instructions. Follow along as I do each step of the build using basic machine tools (and a few hand tools). I&#8217;ll take you from stock selection all the way through to flattening and using the bench. The course is 80 minutes long, fully searchable, and includes the complete plans for FREE! Learn more here: <a href=\"https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/43yfhjwb\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/43yfhjwb<\/a><br \/>\n______________________________________________<\/p>\n<p>My English Joiner&#8217;s Bench is sturdy, strong and incredibly easy to build. This design is based on jobsite benches built by 19th Century carpenters and housewrights. It&#8217;s made to go up fast using common construction lumber and it handles EVERY common woodworking operation. Even if you&#8217;re brand new to woodwork, you can build this bench.<\/p>\n<p>The complete Joiner&#8217;s Bench Bundle includes detailed, step-by-step plans for building the bench along with a complete stock-list and cut-list. Joiners Bench Bundle: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/redirect?event=video_description&#038;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbmxTbGpiX09GZnV5cHFwczdRUm44eU5JVTgxQXxBQ3Jtc0trbzF4ekdqZVBHXy1nRnlhdkFzWThCNEJMLW5HUE1DRWNtUUlObF9XcnE1MkZlYlpyaC1fQmYtSERaWHZMaldxNG9CS2FCYzV0dVdoMHhCYmlrckt3OTR6c0UwdkJCeHdTTVNTYWIxQWlySnBvU1lCRQ&#038;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rexkrueger.com%2Fstore%2Fjoiners-bench-bundle-everything-about-the-bench&#038;v=3odXnkR2N7s\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/www.rexkrueger.com\/store\/join&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This bundle includes complete instructions for building the bench, including a stock list and cut list. You also get all of the work-holding options, like the planing stop and crochet. Also included are the complete plans for the Big Leg Vise, including all the hardware and detailed shaping and fitting instructions.<\/p>\n<p>Build along with the videos:<\/p>\n<p>Build the Bench: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/zcq1LQq08lk\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/zcq1LQq08lk<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Get Started Without a Vise: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/kzv27STMnvY\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/kzv27STMnvY<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Build a Big Leg Vise from Pine: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/eiwtBs-9Dco\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/eiwtBs-9Dco<\/a><br \/>\n______________________________________________<\/p>\n<p>Get My New Book, <em>Everyday Woodworking<\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3oyjC0E\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/3oyjC0E<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Check out my new site: <a href=\"https:\/\/woodworkforhumans.com\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/woodworkforhumans.com<\/a><br \/>\n______________________________________________<\/p>\n<p>Sign up for Fabrication First, my FREE newsletter: <a href=\"http:\/\/eepurl.com\/gRhEVT\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/eepurl.com\/gRhEVT<\/a>?<br \/>\n______________________________________________<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wood Work for Humans Tool List<\/strong> (affiliate):<br \/>\n*Cutting*<br \/>\nGyokucho Ryoba Saw: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Z5Wmda\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Z5Wmda<\/a><br \/>\nDewalt Panel Saw: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2HJqGmO\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2HJqGmO<\/a><br \/>\nSuizan Dozuki Handsaw: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3abRyXB\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/3abRyXB<\/a><br \/>\n(Winner of the affordable dovetail-saw shootout.)<br \/>\nSpear and Jackson Tenon Saw: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2zykhs6\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2zykhs6<\/a><br \/>\n(Needs tune-up to work well.)<br \/>\nCrown Tenon Saw: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3l89Dut\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/3l89Dut<\/a><br \/>\n(Works out of the box)<br \/>\nCarving Knife: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2DkbsnM\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2DkbsnM<\/a><br \/>\nNarex True Imperial Chisels: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2EX4xls\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2EX4xls<\/a><br \/>\n(My favorite affordable new chisels.)<br \/>\nBlue-Handled Marples Chisels: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2tVJARY\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2tVJARY<\/a><br \/>\n(I use these to make the DIY specialty planes, but I also like them for general work.) <\/p>\n<p>*Sharpening*<br \/>\nHoning Guide: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2TaJEZM\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2TaJEZM<\/a><br \/>\nNorton Coarse\/Fine Oil Stone: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/36seh2m\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/36seh2m<\/a><br \/>\nNatural Arkansas Fine Oil Stone: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3irDQmq\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/3irDQmq<\/a><br \/>\nGreen buffing compound: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2XuUBE2\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2XuUBE2<\/a>  <\/p>\n<p>*Marking and Measuring*<br \/>\nStockman Knife: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Pp4bWP\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Pp4bWP<\/a><br \/>\n(For marking and the built-in awl).<br \/>\nSpeed Square: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3gSi6jK\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/3gSi6jK<\/a><br \/>\nStanley Marking Knife: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Ewrxo3\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Ewrxo3<\/a><br \/>\n(Excellent, inexpensive marking knife.)<br \/>\nBlue Kreg measuring jig: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2QTnKYd\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2QTnKYd<\/a><br \/>\nRound-head Protractor: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/37fJ6oz\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/37fJ6oz<\/a> <\/p>\n<p>*Drilling*<br \/>\nForstner Bits: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3jpBgPl\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/3jpBgPl<\/a><br \/>\nSpade Bits: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2U5kvML\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2U5kvML<\/a> <\/p>\n<p>*Work-Holding*<br \/>\nOrange F Clamps: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2u3tp4X\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/2u3tp4X<\/a><br \/>\nScrew Clamp: <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3gCa5i8\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/amzn.to\/3gCa5i8<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Get my woodturning book: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.rexkrueger.com\/book\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">http:\/\/www.rexkrueger.com\/book<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Follow me on Instagram: @rexkrueger<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rex Krueger Published 1 Feb 2023 Simple steps lead to great progress, the same is true in your 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