https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/why-i-stopped-using-round-legs-in-chair-design Why I Stopped Using Round Legs in Chair Design I made more than 300 chairs before I owned a tool that plugged into the wall. Post-and-rung construction made sense for the tools and technology available to me thenbut eventually I began questioning every round leg, rung, and joint. Round joints remove valuable material from the most highly stressed areas of a chair. Once I began designing the shape of each part around the joint it needed to hold, I was able to rethink the engineering of the entire chair. In this video, I trace that evolutionfrom early post-and-rung chairs to massive joints, taper-locking joints, and what I call the universal joint. Read this weeks From the Bench essay, Why I Left the Round Leg: https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/why-i-left-the-round-leg Explore more of my writing, courses, and approach to furniture making at: https://boggsbench.com Chairmaking FurnitureDesign Woodworking greenwoodworking postandrungchairs https://video-meta.open.video/poster/DFbQRhLj6u9k/5OJBiEoYI42_ICxkhC.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/DFbQRhLj6u9k/1786126897/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5OJBiEoYI42 190 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/why-the-lie-nielsen-boggs-spokeshave-has-no-adjusters Why the Lie Nielsen Boggs Spokeshave Has No Adjusters A spokeshave chatters when the tool fights your hand instead of moving with it. I designed the Lie-Nielsen Boggs Spokeshave with no adjusters protruding from the surface, so I can flip it, reorient it, and grab it any way the work demands without anything digging into my palm. Last weeks Substack essay, Worthless Paper, covers the history behind this tool why I designed it the way I did, and how Lie-Nielsen manufactures it to that design. This short video shows that reasoning in the hand: why the back stays clean, why balance holds no matter how you hold it, and why a tool with nothing sticking out is a tool thats always ready. Read the full story: https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/worthless-paper Spokeshave ToolDesign BrianBoggs BoggsBench LieNielsen HandTools FineWoodworking Woodworking Craftsmanship Handmade StudioFurniture asheville Why doesnt the Boggs spokeshave have visible adjusters? Adjusters sticking into the hand break the clean surface needed to reorient the tool quickly during work. I wanted a spokeshave I could grab any way I needed, with nothing in the way. Why does balance matter this much in a hand tool? A tool thats balanced no matter how you hold it never fights you it doesnt chatter, and you dont have to work to keep it under control. https://video-meta.open.video/poster/D6bI3taa-i1l/5ydBOEVIIP2_poHdoR.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/D6bI3taa-i1l/1786127014/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5ydBOEVIIP2 101 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/the-tool-that-wouldnt-let-me-go The Tool That Wouldnt Let Me Go I was thirteen years old, cutting tobacco on a farm, and the tool I had was destroying my wrist. So I made a better one. That moment realizing I didnt have to adapt to the tool, I could adapt the tool to me changed everything. The full story, including the worst spokeshave I ever bought and the one that finally took me across a different kind of barrier, is in this weeks essay at Boggs Bench. READ IT HERE: https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/the-tool-that-wouldnt-let-me-go Brian Boggs has been making chairs and tools since 1982. Boggs Bench is where he shares what 40+ years in the shop actually teaches you. spokeshave handtools woodworking toolmaking boggsbench https://video-meta.open.video/poster/6-Ds6vKa-uCi/z5Ikjoocd52_MmgGGd.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/6-Ds6vKa-uCi/1786127011/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=z5Ikjoocd52 36 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/the-questions-i-wish-someone-had-asked-me-before-i-bought-my-first-tool The Questions I Wish Someone Had Asked Me Before I Bought My First Tool Ive always had an appetite for tools and machines. Its gotten me into trouble more than once. Forty years in the shop taught me theres a real difference between buying capability and buying hope. I didnt always know which one I was doing. This grinder took me about a year to decide on. How I got here and the questions I wish Id had at twenty is in this weeks essay. https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/do-you-need-that-tool woodworking toolsofinstagram sharpening chairmaking handtools woodworkingtools craftsman boggsbench woodworkinglife makersofinstagram https://video-meta.open.video/poster/4-b6NbLb7awa/z5IBPFotdO2_ejVgRX.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/4-b6NbLb7awa/1786127012/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=z5IBPFotdO2 52 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/turning-the-burr-isnt-the-hard-part Turning the Burr Isnt the Hard Part Most woodworkers assume the hard part of using a card scraper is turning the burr. In my experience, thats rarely the problem. If the scraper is properly prepared, turning the burr is easy. Most scraper frustrations begin much earlier in the process. In Card Scraper Mastery, I walk through the complete system I use for sharpening, preparing, turning, and using a scrapernot just for surface preparation, but for shaping, refining curves, and solving problems throughout the furniture-making process. Learn more at https://boggsbench.com/card-scraper-mastery-with-brian-boggs/ CardScraper Woodworking HandTools FineWoodworking FurnitureMaking Woodworker WoodworkingEducation BoggsBench https://video-meta.open.video/poster/D-zw3rGzAi0R/zPcBPpUccP2_SbYTLH.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/D-zw3rGzAi0R/1786127010/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zPcBPpUccP2 12 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/revolutionizing-rocking-chair-slat-assembly Revolutionizing Rocking chair Slat Assembly For decades, managing slat assembly alongside lower rungs was a challenging but a doable task. Now, with the introduction of taper-locking slat joints, the process has been transformed. This innovative approach allows me to focus on frame assembly first, then effortlessly pop the slats into place later. A curved block ensures each slat is bent just the right amount, preventing breaks from over bending. The tapered tenons slide in easily, remaining loose until fully seated. Mortices, routed with a tapered bit at a 6-degree angle, are curved to match the backs contour, and the slat tenons are steam-bent to this precise curve. While it sounds complex, the process is surprisingly quickthough not without its challenges. This method combines efficiency with precision, elevating the craft of slat assembly to new heights. 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To ensure durability and natural weathering, the table avoided end-grain exposure by using a spoke-like rail system. The centerpiece of this design was a complex 6-way finger joint, cut on the table saw with a custom fixture. SunnivaOutdoor HexagonTable WoodworkingDesign OutdoorFurniture BrianBoggs FurnitureDesign WoodworkingInnovation 6WayJoint TableSawTechniques TimelessDesign https://video-meta.open.video/poster/6pjo3lKPwymH/qrdJbNgAcO2_KiybdN.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/6pjo3lKPwymH/1786132035/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=qrdJbNgAcO2 21 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/card-scrapers-are-one-of-the-most-versatile-tools-in-the-shop-most-people-never-discover-why Card Scrapers Are One of the Most Versatile Tools in the Shop - Most People Never Discover Why Most people think blisters are just part of using a card scraper. Theyre not. Theyre often a sign that youre only experiencing a small part of what the tool can actually do. Card scrapers are one of the most versatile tools in the shopbut that versatility only shows up when you begin to understand how to use them with intention. Thats what this work is really about. If you want to go deeper into sharpening, technique, and how to use a scraper to solve real problems in the shop: Card Scraper Mastery with Brian Boggs: https://courses.boggsbench.com/courses/offers/05f79970-72af-4602-bcdf-5e46f557cb31 woodworking cardscraper handtools finewoodworking craftsmanship boggsbench https://video-meta.open.video/poster/BlbcJlbOYegk/qXddbNNBd42_NHgcDk.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/BlbcJlbOYegk/1786132037/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=qXddbNNBd42 20 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/first-coat-on-walnut-the-magic-moment-every-woodworker-loves First Coat on Walnut The Magic Moment Every Woodworker Loves I never get tired of seeing the woods true colors come to life with the first coat of finish. This walnut had a subtle figure throughout its radial grain patterns. The Minwax Wipe-on Polyurethane saturated the wood allowing the light to make this figure sparkle and brought a smile to my face. n this channel to get access to more videos / Boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesignsWalnutWood WoodFinishing Woodworking WipeOnPoly Minwax Woodgrain WoodLovers WoodworkingLife Woodshop FineWoodworking CustomWoodworking FurnitureMaker WoodFinishingTips WoodworkersOfInstagram WoodworkingCommunity https://video-meta.open.video/poster/-lf-NzePwiMb/rGIcaxg6cO2_rlYfvL.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/-lf-NzePwiMb/1786132034/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=rGIcaxg6cO2 26 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/mahogany-sunburst-tabletop-with-lazy-susan Mahogany Sunburst Tabletop with Lazy Susan We get to have a lot of fun with veneers. This mahogany top with a lazy susan in a sunburst veneer pattern gave us a challenge, but Jack nailed it. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns Woodworking VeneerWork SunburstVeneer MahoganyTable LazySusan FineWoodworking CustomFurniture FurnitureMaking WoodworkingSkills WoodArt WoodworkingChallenge VeneerDesign TabletopDesign WoodworkersOfYouTube Craftsmanship https://video-meta.open.video/poster/7OD2UnHPweUQ/rWccbMgRd42_RcrgHU.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/7OD2UnHPweUQ/1786132163/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=rWccbMgRd42 24 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/massive-veneer-sled-for-resawing-a-150-lb-curly-maple-slab Massive Veneer Sled for Resawing a 150 lb Curly Maple Slab We saw a lot of veneer at our shop and sometimes we need wide ones. The current project required live edges with this 23 wide curly maple slab. Handling a 150 pound slab through a bandsaw has physical risks that require a way to make it safe for two people to manage. This rig hangs the slab from rollers on top of the fence. The MDF backing board allows us good control down to the last veneer. A wedge in the back moves the fence precisely between cuts so we can take the veneers off the outside face. We were able to feel the saw cutting and manage feed rate through every cut. This rig is just a prototype and needs more development, but todays success proved it to be a worthwhile project. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns BandsawSetup CurlyMaple VeneerMaking WoodworkingSled SafeResawing bandsaw BandsawJig WoodshopInnovation ResawVeneer WoodworkingPrototype https://video-meta.open.video/poster/z4jY-puPYCMk/rGcca2N7dP2_VZAEvo.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/z4jY-puPYCMk/1786132163/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=rGcca2N7dP2 20 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/harvesting-hickory-bark-by-hand-a-grueling-craft-ill-never-forget Harvesting Hickory Bark by Hand: A Grueling Craft Ill Never Forget The last time I harvested hickory bark was in 2011and Im at peace with that chapter being behind me. This was some of the most physically intense work Ive ever done. In my 20s and 30s, I could strip enough bark for 20 seats in a single dayall by hand, all ready to weave. Very few people harvested bark this way. Of the two others I knew who did, one died in a logging accident and the other was fatally injured in a wild boar attack during a harvest. Their storiesand the risksstay with me. So does the love I had for the work. It was hard, beautiful, and raw. This video offers a glimpse into that world, and the legacy woven into every seat that came from it. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns HickoryBark WoodworkingTradition ChairMaking HickorySeat HandCrafted BarkHarvesting WoodworkingHeritage TimberTradition SeatWeaving LegacyCraftsmanship HandToolSkills ForestToFurniture barkseats woodworkingskills craftsmanship https://video-meta.open.video/poster/zDmI3jrWAifk/rrIdGMg6dP2_LCToPf.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/zDmI3jrWAifk/1786132229/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=rrIdGMg6dP2 39 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/73miles-a-hickory-bark-odyssey 73+Miles: A Hickory Bark Odyssey In 1982, I started hand-cutting hickory bark for chair seatssplitting and weaving over 23 miles in my first decade alone. Each seat took 20-30 minutes to prepare and another 25-45 minutes to weave. Determined to refine the process, I built this machine that matched hand-cutting speed but brought unmatched consistency. Though it didnt speed things up, it transformed our workflow, allowing us to process over 50 more miles of barkenough to supply chairmakers nationwide. In 2021, I passed the machine on to Eric Cannisarro, where it continues as Erics Leviathan. This is the story of four decades perfecting the craft of hickory splint weaving. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns HickoryBark ChairMaking HandmadeToMachine TraditionalCraft WoodworkingHistory SplintWeaving ChairSeat ArtisanCraft 40YearsOfCraft HickorySplints LeviathanMachine EricCannisarro SlowCraft Craftsmanship WoodworkingInnovation https://video-meta.open.video/poster/7zqk-pqG6Cgb/rXIdaMM7cP2_FFrugt.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/7zqk-pqG6Cgb/1786132228/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=rXIdaMM7cP2 33 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/bandsaw-precision-crafting-bold-miters-for-our-crescent-table-base Bandsaw Precision: Crafting Bold Miters for our Crescent Table Base Take a behind-the-scenes look at the bold joinery and technical finesse behind our signature Crescent Table bases. These curved dining tables demand complex bent laminationseach 8 wide and 2.25 thickand miters too large for our table saw sled. Enter our 1937 Yates American light-duty band scroll saw, a workhorse that still delivers precision. Youll see how we tackle these oversized miters and how a light sanding is often all it takes to make the glue joints disappear. We also introduce a second, more compact base for a bistro table using a full coopered joint, also cut on the bandsaw. Both bases rely on deeply embedded threaded rods epoxied in placeensuring a rock-solid bond. This video is a small window into the careful calculations and craftsmanship that go into every Boggs piece. 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Need to cut smooth, repeatable angled curves on your bandsaw? This simple but powerful fixture lets you crank out identical curved partslike foot barswith speed and precision. No more guesswork or inconsistent cuts! How it works: The jig locks in your desired angle, so every pass matches the last. Perfect for: Furniture legs, foot rails, or any project needing uniform curved components. Why its a game-changer: Saves time, reduces waste, and delivers pro-level results. 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Watch how I transformed my chair-making process by bending slats in two planesnot just the visible curve, but also a subtle cross-grain bend that follows the spine for unmatched comfort. At first, it was a complex challenge, but with my articulated pre-bender, bending time stays the same while comfort skyrockets! 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This is not an entry-level project. Its designed for intermediate to advanced craftsmen who are ready to: Push their woodworking precision, Master the why behind the how, And create a timeless table built to last for generations. Whether youve admired Brians work in Fine Woodworking or followed his teaching, this course opens the shop doors so you can learn directly from himon your own schedule, from anywhere in the world. The Timber Frame Table Course goes live this fall. Join the waitlist today: https://boggsbench.com/timberframe About Brian Boggs Brian has been designing and building furniture since 1982, with a reputation for marrying artistry, ergonomics, and technical mastery. His work has been featured worldwide, and now hes bringing his knowledge to a new generation of serious woodworkers. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns NotForBeginners TimberFrameTable AdvancedWoodworking WoodworkingCourse woodworkingcourses FineWoodworking Craftsmanship veneerwork woodworkingmastery https://video-meta.open.video/poster/6Tf-VFqWBe1k/4aJtGxNBJj2_nGKVtr.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/6Tf-VFqWBe1k/1786132487/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4aJtGxNBJj2 44 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/54-seconds-in-2018-breaking-my-own-limits 54 Seconds in 2018: Breaking My Own Limits Sometimes the biggest barrier isnt skill, but the limits we place on ourselves.For years I was happy turning chair rungs in 90 seconds. It felt efficient, consistent, and good enough. When our marketing guy, Kevin Barnes, asked if I could do one in under 60 seconds for Instagram, I told him it was impossible. But with sharp tools, focused moves, and a deep breath, I surprised myself: 54 seconds. The lesson isnt about speedits about possibility. Were capable of more than we think, if were willing to try. 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The laminated back slat features a syma curve shape for ergonomic support while allowing quick drying. Despite its complex front profile, a simple straight-line cut at the right angle achieves the perfect fitthanks to this custom fixture. A light jointer pass ensures a flawless finish. In this video, youll also see how we shape the chair legs for stability and style. Every detail is engineered for durability and aesthetics. Key Features: Weather-resistant laminated slats Ergonomic syma curve for comfort Precision cutting for quick drying Custom jigs for efficient production Like, Subscribe & Hit the Bell for more behind-the-scenes design and woodworking content! 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This tabletop will get three coats for depth and protection, but the first one is pure alchemy, lifting the rippling figure into a dance of light and shadow. Each layer will build richness, but this is where the wood comes alive. 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Steam bending 1.5 thick walnut to a tight 15 radius is where most woodworkers meet their match - until now. After countless failed attempts, weve developed a prototype system that actually works by solving the three critical challenges: 1 Precision Compression Control The secret lies in our lever-roller mechanism riding on a straight support beam. This maintains constant compression throughout the bend while preventing the wood from lifting off the form - a game changer for thick stock. 2 Wrinkle Warfare Early tests showed compression wrinkles forming on inside corners, but our iterative design now minimizes these defects. (The complete solution deserves its own deep dive - coming soon.) 3 The Three Pillars of Success Hand-selected, perfectly quartered walnut A steam box that maintains consistent 212F This isnt theory - these photos show actual successful bends from our shop trials. The system keeps evolving as we push the boundaries of whats possible with solid wood bending. 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In this video, we explore how the unique grain patterns of woods like curly maple, Pomelle Sapele, and walnut crotch figure come alive under light, much like the shimmering reflection in a cats eye. Join us as we delve into the science and artistry behind this natural wonder, showcasing how designers and craftsmen harness chatoyance to create stunning, one-of-a-kind pieces. Whether youre a woodworking enthusiast, a design professional, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of nature, this video will illuminate the hidden magic in every grain. Chatoyance Woodworking FiguredWood WoodGrain CurlyMaple PomelleSapele WalnutCrotch WoodDesign NaturalBeauty Craftsmanship WoodArt LightReflection DesignInspiration WoodLovers NatureInDesign UniqueMaterials ArtisanCraft WoodMagic LuxuryDesign SustainableDesign boggsbench New chat https://video-meta.open.video/poster/4VfA7BWP7ixb/4bdYHNhlIy2_VsmgWk.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/4VfA7BWP7ixb/1786132492/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4bdYHNhlIy2 56 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/precision-tenon-cutting-machine-26-years-in-the-making Precision Tenon Cutting Machine 26 Years in the Making After 40 years of building my own tools and machines, I needed a tenon-cutting system that could hold to a thousandth of an inch. Nothing on the market came close. So I built one and kept building it through three iterations over 26 years. This is what it looked like in action. The full story of why I finally took it apart and what I learned about the difference between what you can solve and what you should solve is in the free essay at: https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/i-took-it-apart?r=1wt7hw woodworking tenon joinery chairmaking handmade boggsbench Brianboggs boggsdesigns https://video-meta.open.video/poster/5qvkRD9y2y9G/5WIdGwNkJz2_sWbrcB.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/5qvkRD9y2y9G/1786132616/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5WIdGwNkJz2 29 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/sharpening-concave-blades Sharpening Concave Blades Ive been chairmaking since 1982. Ive tried countless sharpening techniquesbut this method has stood the test of time. In this short, I demonstrate my go-to approach for sharpening concave blades, including how to correct mistakes with a honing cylinder. While mastering the grinder takes practice, this system makes refining your edge easier than ever. For more on using and sharpening handtools, watch Mastering Spokeshaves and Drawknives with Brian Boggs. Whether youre a beginner or a seasoned woodworker, this method will help you achieve cleaner, smoother cuts in your chairmaking projects. 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In this video, I embrace the glistening texture of hand-tooled wood and share: Why I rarely sand surfaces that cut this smoothly. The finish trick for film coatings (hint: steel wools secret role). How penetrating oils vs. film finishes demand different prep. This isnt just about skipping sandpaperits about trusting your tools and knowing when to let the woods natural beauty shine. Subscribe for more unfiltered craftsmanship. 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For every new bending form I make, I add some new ideas to try out. In this video, my employees, Jack and Jamis, demonstrate how my new bending machine works. The problems I wanted to address in designing this machine are three-fold 1- Gain enough leverage to compress the wood on all sides at once. 2 - Squeeze the part on its sides to eliminate the compression wrinkles. 3 - Eliminate the bulging on the compression side in extreme bends. 4 - Allow me to bend drier wood so they spend less time drying in the forms. 5 - Minimize or eliminate the need for another machining process to correct distortion during the drying process. 6 - Separate the compression strap from the form so that the leg can removed and hung to dry without the strap on and without having to take it off the form. The result: We were able to bend these hard maple chair legs that tapered from 2 down to 1.25 over their 36 length with no failure at all. The bending radius at the center thickness of 1.650 is 15 . We could start the steam process with the legs at 10% MC. After bending, we dried for a week in our hot room. They came off the form at 6% MC, zero spring back, and dead square their full length. That was over 2 years ago (when we took this video). I just used the last of the bends from this run in January this year. They had been in our shop unsupported all that time, including the months of extreme humidity after Hurricane Helenes visit (our shop is right by the river). Still, there was no springback, and all of them were square enough to avoid the need to true them up. I will continue to play with variables, but this development is exciting. This is a link to the product we are making in this video. https://brianboggschairmakers.com/cio-ladderback-arm-chair/ Stay tuned for more on steambending. Brian Boggs Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of new https://video-meta.open.video/poster/zJu2ZFny2mFa/zrcZGghAci2_AhnZuu.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/zJu2ZFny2mFa/1786132747/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zrcZGghAci2 84 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/game-changing-bandsaw-fixture-for-perfect-curved-rail-shoulders Game-Changing Bandsaw Fixture for Perfect Curved Rail Shoulders Cutting a precise 16 radius shoulder on a curved rail is no small featespecially when freehand methods are impossible when precision is needed. This custom fixture solves that challenge with ease. Designed to adjust for different rail lengths, it brings consistency, control, and accuracy to a process that would otherwise be nearly impossible. Whether youre building large or small tables, this setup makes curvaceous design work not only possiblebut practical. Watch as Brian Boggs demonstrates how this tool brings complex curves into reach for serious woodworkers. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns woodworking WoodworkingTools BandsawJig FurnitureMaking CurvedJoinery BrianBoggs WoodworkingTips BandsawTechnique CustomJigs FineWoodworking PrecisionWoodworking woodworkingskills bandsawtips https://video-meta.open.video/poster/z3qEVlzawe_j/zbcsHgh7Jy2_rzrzeV.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/z3qEVlzawe_j/1786132755/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zbcsHgh7Jy2 87 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/taming-organic-forms-on-the-bandsaw-organic-mirror-art Taming Organic forms on the Bandsaw: Organic Mirror Art Embrace the beauty of imperfection with this one-of-a-kind mirror art piece, where organic forms take center stage. Instead of forcing rigid lines, I let the material guide the processthin, flexible, and elegantly twisted. By working with the natural flow rather than against it, the piece evolves into a harmonious blend of structure and spontaneity. Power-fed machines help tame the wild curves, allowing for precision without sacrificing the arts organic essence. A statement piece that dances between sculpture and function, this mirror celebrates the unexpectedwhere reflection meets artistry. 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Those early saws werent gloriousand neither were my skillsbut the journey toward bandsaw mastery over the past 42 years has been deeply rewarding. Im still learning, but Im excited to share some of the processes that have transformed the way I build furniture. The fixtures Ill show you make it possible to cut perfect curves, turning them into a reliable routine you can count on. Join me in this bandsaw odyssey as we shape the curvaceous base of the timber frame table. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for the Timber Frame Table course to be notified when it goes live later this fall at Boggsbench.com/timberframe Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns Bandsaw Woodworking TimberFrameTable masterylevelwoodworkingcourses FurnitureMaking BandsawJigs WoodworkingTips BandsawMastery FineWoodworking WoodworkingLife woodworkingcourse timberframecourse https://video-meta.open.video/poster/7syMQzTa-ivb/4GIdawNRJ52_ArCkCD.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/7syMQzTa-ivb/1786132886/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4GIdawNRJ52 111 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/playing-with-curves-on-the-bandsaw-efficient-table-leg-fixture-for-seamless-bandsaw-sculpting Playing with Curves on the bandsaw: Efficient Table Leg Fixture for Seamless Bandsaw Sculpting Creating smooth, consistent curves for table legs doesnt have to be a nightmare! With a well-designed fixture, this table base became a fun and efficient project. The key? A quick-to-set-up fixture that easily transitions between multiple radii, allowing for joint-quality cuts on the bandsaw. This double- and triple-layer thingamajig not only simplifies the process but also unlocks the full potential of your tools, making complex designs achievable and satisfying. A perfect example of how the right fixtures can elevate your woodworking game and bring your creative ideas to life! WoodworkingFixtures BandsawMagic TableLegDesign DIYWoodworking CurvedFurniture WoodworkingTips EfficientDesign BandsawProjects CustomFixtures woodworkinginnovation Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ https://video-meta.open.video/poster/_ce6_p8zBCub/4GIZH3M7JP2_qgXtBT.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/_ce6_p8zBCub/1786132888/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4GIZH3M7JP2 121 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/mastering-bandsaw-curves-with-brian-boggs-precision-techniques-for-woodworkers Mastering Bandsaw Curves with Brian Boggs: Precision Techniques for Woodworkers My success with this work has led me to believe that this way of approaching bandsaw work will allow you not only to work more precisely at the bandsaw, but to be able to achieve things you did not think possible before. - Brian Boggs Imagine sawing a curve so accurately that the surface comes off the saw needing no further dressing to be able to go right into the glue-up or assembly. Its time to think about your approach to cutting a curve on the bandsaw. We tend to think about what the saw is doing as we push the drawn line into the teeth, but our hands are what control the cut. Are you thinking about what your hands are doing? Or just the cutting action? In this webinar, Brian Boggs will teach you three techniques, one freehand and two guided, to put you on the path to mastering bandsawing curves. Mastering curves allows you to bring life into otherwise static designs without the frustration. Join Brian to continue your journey to mastery. Chapters: 1. Introduction to Precision Bandsawing The importance of hand control in bandsaw work. How precision cutting transforms your woodworking projects. 2. Freehand Technique for Curves Tips for controlling the cut with your hands. Practicing freehand curves for accuracy and confidence. 3. Guided Technique 1: Using a Fence How to set up and use a fence for consistent, precise cuts. Examples of projects that benefit from this technique. 4. Guided Technique 2: Using a Jig or Template Creating and using jigs for complex curves. Achieving repeatable results with templates. 5. Bringing Your Designs to Life. How mastering curves can elevate your woodworking projects. Real-world examples of dynamic designs made possible by precision bandsawing. 6. Q&A with Brian Boggs Addressing common challenges and questions from woodworkers. Tips for troubleshooting and improving your bandsaw skills. 7. Conclusion: Your Journey to Mastery Recap of key takeaways. Encouragement to practice and refine your techniques. brianboggs boggsbench boggsdesigns chairmaker chairdesign craftsmanship https://video-meta.open.video/poster/5SasQlOzFeNj/4WdcHNhRIO2_ulnmjQ.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/5SasQlOzFeNj/1786133815/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4WdcHNhRIO2 5808 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/the-tool-that-makes-solo-finishing-easiereven-on-large-surfaces-woodworking-tools-hacks The Tool That Makes Solo Finishing EasierEven on Large Surfaces woodworking tools hacks Here we show how one person can finish a full-size tabletop easily using the Boggs Finishing Wand. This is the third coat of wipe on Minwax poly on this top. With highly figured wood, pouring finish on the first coat can leave darker patterns as it soaks in unevenly. By the second and third coats, keeping the surface very wet gives you more control and a cleaner, more even result. Weve seen a few comments about the finish flowing off the end of the tabletop, on some of our channels, and we genuinely appreciate people taking the time to share what theyre noticing. Feedback like this helps us understand how what we share is being perceived, so thank you for chiming in. While this isnt the neatest-looking application, its a good opportunity to talk about where waste exists in any finishing process. When spraying, atomized finish disappears into the air and the booththat loss is simply accepted. With catalyzed finishes, material left in the pot is part of the deal. When ragging on oil finishes, whatever stays in the rag and gets tossed is rarely questioned. What weve found with this process is that we actually use less finish overall, even when some excess runs off the end. In this video, the wood had absorbed an astonishing amount of finish in the first two coats. When that happens, the real risk is running dry and ending up with uneven saturation and blotching. On the third coat shown here, Jack intentionally erred on the side of excess to fully flood the pores, making it easier to manage a clean, even surface. Going forward, well likely continue to err this way. After decades at the bench, one lesson that keeps repeating itself is that a perfect coat is much easier to achieve when youre not fighting a surface thats drinking faster than you can apply. Were not sharing this to make excuses, but to be transparent. This is a process were still refining and sharing openly, and we want others to understand why it works. The big takeaway from the last few heavily figured tabletops is simple: flood the surface until the w https://video-meta.open.video/poster/CEuk7BCrYi-P/4GdYHNN7I52_KijoYd.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/CEuk7BCrYi-P/1786133276/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4GdYHNN7I52 82 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/the-secret-to-precise-woodworking-practice-when-you-dont-have-to The Secret to Precise Woodworking? Practice When You Dont Have To Theres a time to hustle, and a time to hone. While its often tempting to just get a board close enough and move on, developing true precision in woodworking takes intentional practice. In this video, I share why taking the time to train your hand, eye, and processeven when the stakes are lowcan turn meticulous work into second nature. Whether youre refining your bandsaw skills, dialing in joinery, or just aiming for tighter tolerances, practicing precision when it doesnt matter prepares you for when it really does. The payoff? Clean results, confident technique, and the quiet satisfaction that only dialed-in craftsmanship delivers. Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs WoodworkingTips PrecisionWoodworking BandsawMastery WoodworkingPractice JoinerySkills FineWoodworking HandToolTechniques WoodworkingProcess CraftsmanshipMatters BoggsBench calipers furnituredesigner https://video-meta.open.video/poster/8km6RB5jYeFG/yXJcG3MRI42_rXIMjh.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/8km6RB5jYeFG/1786133223/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=yXJcG3MRI42 140 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/bending-4-thick-laminations-in-oak-the-tango-hall-table Bending 4 thick Laminations in Oak: The Tango Hall Table: Witness the creation of the Tango Hall Table, a stunning 9-foot-long masterpiece designed for a grand foyer. This project pushed the boundaries of craftsmanship, featuring two gracefully curved 4-inch stacks of oak bent to a tight radiusa challenge that tested even the most seasoned woodworking skills. In this video, follow the journey from the initial bend to the final reveal, showcasing the intricate process of bent lamination and the artistry behind bringing this elegant table to life. With the help of our media manager, Kevin Barnes, every step is beautifully documented, highlighting the dedication, innovation, and teamwork that made this ambitious project a resounding success. Whether youre a designer, woodworker, or simply an admirer of fine craftsmanship, this video is a celebration of creativity, problem-solving, and the beauty of functional art. 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Timber Frame Table Course: boggsbench.com After 40 years of building curvilinear furniture, I developed a system so precise every part is interchangeable three different radii, no straight lines, everything comes out reliably perfect. Timber Frame Table Course: boggsbench.com https://video-meta.open.video/poster/DomURBCa3qua/zWIYHhhkd52_xTzrMe.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/DomURBCa3qua/1786133300/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zWIYHhhkd52 158 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/bandsaw-washboard-pattern-heres-whats-causing-it Bandsaw Washboard Pattern Heres Whats Causing It My neighbors Meber 16-inch bandsaw hadnt been cutting right for years. One afternoon, a new blade, and a complete tune-up later heres what happened when we finally made a cut. Fire in the hole. Oh, thats beautiful. Thats the difference a tuned saw makes. Full hour-long video Why Your Bandsaw Doesnt Cut Right (And How to Fix It): https://youtu.be/LGHDmEL9SP8 Read the full essay at https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/a-bandsaw-that-fails-you-is-just?r=1wt7hw BrianBoggs BoggsBench Bandsaw BandsawTuneUp Woodworking FineWoodworking BandsawTips SmallShop BeforeAndAfter https://video-meta.open.video/poster/8ouA2Byz3qvR/5qcdH3hkdO2_ZJYisv.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/8ouA2Byz3qvR/1786133246/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5qcdH3hkdO2 237 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/precision-woodworking-doesnt-have-to-be-complicated Precision Woodworking Doesnt Have to Be Complicated Precision woodworking is not about chasing perfection. Its about understanding the process deeply enough that accuracy becomes repeatable This is one of the core ideas behind the Timber Frame Table Course: Good systems simplify difficult work. In the full course, Brian Boggs walks through the complete process behind accurate bandsaw work, veneered core construction, jig design, and precision joinery. The full course includes: complete table build instruction jig and fixture design veneered core construction precision bandsaw techniques 17 CAD drawings nearly 10 hours of instruction Available now through https://boggsbench.com/ woodworking craftsmanship bandsaw finewoodworking furnituremaking bogggsbench https://video-meta.open.video/poster/DAmsIFDq2e8G/zGItbNMld42_PYLNCA.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/DAmsIFDq2e8G/1786133263/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zGItbNMld42 71 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/pinning-ladderback-rockers-tips-for-perfect-consistent-pins-every-time Pinning Ladderback Rockers: Tips for Perfect, Consistent Pins Every Time A few tricks makes this job fast and easy. I dont know how many pins Ive put in chair slats, but Im sure it is in the thousands. Early on, I had all sorts of problems getting perfectly consistent pins and having them lookfairly uniform. I initially thought using hickory for all the pins strengthened the joint. What actually happened was that in order to get a square hickory pin to fill a round hole. Youll notice in this video that all the pins are cut to length so that I dont have to cut them once I drive them in. ChairMaking WoodworkingTips BrianBoggs LadderbackRocker WoodworkingSkills FurnitureCrafting DIYWoodworking ChairBuilding WoodworkingTricks craftsmanship Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ https://video-meta.open.video/poster/B6DAUFzb_qub/5qJZaNMRIO2_eTZORX.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/B6DAUFzb_qub/1786133635/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5qJZaNMRIO2 218 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/i-took-it-apart-the-difference-between-what-you-can-solve-and-what-you-should I Took It Apart - The difference between what you can solve and what you should. After 40 years of building my own tools and machines, I found myself taking apart a tenon-cutting system I designed and built a precision tenon cutter Id been developing since 2000. Not because it failed because someone built a better one. This is what that feels like from the inside. Read the free full essay at https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/i-took-it-apart?r=1wt7hw https://video-meta.open.video/poster/7rrkUzDWFC9P/zHcYHghAc52_eumTIM.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/7rrkUzDWFC9P/1786134713/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zHcYHghAc52 271 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/why-measuring-angles-causes-errors-in-woodworking Why Measuring Angles Causes Errors in Woodworking In this video, Brian explains why, and what to do instead. After decades of building, hes moved away from thinking in degrees and toward working from positionusing fixtures and templates to define parts exactly where they belong. The result is a process that is more accurate, more efficient, and far more reliable than chasing numbers. Weve started sharing writing like this on Substack, under Boggs Bench. And weve just released the Timber Frame Table coursewhere this way of working is applied across an entire build. If youre ready to move beyond measuring and into a more reliable process, this is where to start. boggsbench woodworking finewoodworking furnituremaking woodworker craftsmanship designthinking precisionwoodworking customfurniture timberframetable woodworkingcourse For more essays, join us on https://boggsbench.substack.com/ For course and our website, join us https://boggsbench.com/ https://video-meta.open.video/poster/EQfsUzzq-qCH/zrdYbMgkcO2_EUyTqf.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/EQfsUzzq-qCH/1786133649/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zrdYbMgkcO2 164 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/designing-a-better-shop-brush-with-berea-college-student-craft Designing a Better Shop Brush (with Berea College Student Craft) About 30 years ago I bought a small shop brush that Ive used almost every day in the shop. It was plastic with horsehair bristles, and for the last 20 years those bristles have been slowly falling out. A few years ago Aaron Beal from Berea College Student Craft gave me a beautiful handmade brush made by student Hunter Elliott. That brush worked so much better that it got me thinking about the design of shop brushes. Eventually I decided to try designing one. This brush uses horse mane hair, which is softer and finer than the more common horse tail hair. Because the fibers are thinner, they can be packed more densely, which means the brush actually picks up fine dust better. The other fibers are Tampico, a natural plant fiber that adds durability. Each bundle of fibers is sewn into the spine and covered with a wood back that also forms the hanging loop. Berea College Student Craft Industries now makes these brushes, and the students have done an amazing job solving the many little problems involved in producing them. Theyre not cheap, but theyre beautifully made and they support a great educational program where students learn real craft skills. If youre interested, take a look at Berea College Student Craft Industries and think about who might appreciate a really good shop brush. Maybe yourself. Hashtags boggsbench woodworking shoptools woodworkingtools handtools finewoodworking craftdesign toolmaking shoplife woodworkersofinstagram crafteducation bereacollege studentcraft makerdesign woodshop https://video-meta.open.video/poster/B9DkZlji6e_l/zHJZGghkc52_CGrktj.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/B9DkZlji6e_l/1786133674/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zHJZGghkc52 108 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/what-is-raised-grain-and-why-most-woodworkers-get-it-wrong What Is Raised Grain? (And Why Most Woodworkers Get It Wrong) What is raised grainreally? It shows up everywhere in wood, and almost nobody actually understands whats happening. This short video demonstrates the differencebut the full explanation goes deeper. Read the full article here:https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/raised-grain-and-why-almost-nobody?r=1wt7hw https://video-meta.open.video/poster/89bcIjSzBa3J/WOcsGxgldj2_tWUwoH.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/89bcIjSzBa3J/1786133664/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=WOcsGxgldj2 192 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/why-most-table-bases-are-in-the-wrong-place Why Most Table Bases Are in the Wrong Place Most table bases are designed around what looks right. This one is designed around where your feet actually land. In this video, Brian Boggs uses borrowed shoes and an MDF board to walk through the ergonomic principles behind dining table base placement specifically, why the foot of a table base needs to center on the 24-inch mark, how to keep legs clear of your guests knees, and why those angled legs on the Timber Frame Table arent just an aesthetic decision. If youve ever felt cramped at a beautiful table, this is why. Whats covered: The 24-inch-per-person rule and what it means for base placement Why trapezoidal bases create a knee problem How to position a base for both stability and clearance The geometry behind the Timber Frame Table base design This video accompanies Brians Free Substack essay Start with the Feet, Everything Else Follows link: https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/start-with-the-feet-everything-else?r=1wt7hw Want to work through the full geometry yourself? The Timber Frame Table course covers base positioning, structural logic, and the complete sequence from rough stock to finished piece: https://boggsbench.com/boggs-timber-frame-table/ TableDesign DiningTable FurnitureDesign WoodworkingTips BrianBoggs BoggsBench CustomFurniture Ergonomics Woodworking FineWoodworking TimberFrameTable FurnitureMaking HandmadeFurniture WoodworkingVideo Asheville https://video-meta.open.video/poster/_5boRBOb_qDa/WiccGhNkdi2_RpHGXI.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/_5boRBOb_qDa/1786133707/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=WiccGhNkdi2 218 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/boggs-favorite-joint-double-tapered-tenons-wpantorouter Boggs Favorite Joint: Double -Tapered Tenons w/Pantorouter Brian shares why the taper locking double mortise and tenon is his favorite wooden joint. He also shares how he uses the Pantarouter for making the joints. Mortise and tenon joints have been the benchmark of great furniture for thousands of years, with tapered tenons being a trusted choice in Windsor chairs for centuries. Yet, woodworkers still default to straight tenons cut with routers, simply replicating antique joints rather than embracing a stronger, more efficient alternative. Tapered tenons offer significant advantagestheyre stronger, quicker to assemble, and more forgiving with tolerances, all while taking the same amount of time to cut as straight tenons. The only difference? A specialized router bit. The Pantorouter makes this process effortless, combining precision with ease of use. With the right bit and this innovative machine, you can bring the time-tested benefits of tapered tenons into your own work. Why settle for the ordinary when you can upgrade to the exceptional? join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ woodworking FurnitureMaking TaperedTenons Joinery Pantorouter HandmadeFurniture WoodworkingTips craftsmanship BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns chairdesign chairmaking boggsjoinery furnituredesign windsorchair woodworkinglove https://video-meta.open.video/poster/mgi6VhrtteYc/yjJcHwMQJi2_eNVtNt.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/mgi6VhrtteYc/1786134864/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=yjJcHwMQJi2 685 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/brian-boggs-20-years-of-concave-spokeshave-sharpening Brian Boggs: 20 Years of Concave Spokeshave Sharpening After four decades of chairmaking, Ive tried countless sharpening techniquesbut this method has stood the test of time. In this video, I demonstrate my go-to approach for sharpening concave blades, including how to correct mistakes with a honing cylinder. While mastering the grinder takes practice, this system makes refining your edge easier than ever. For more on using and sharpening handtools, watch Mastering Spokeshaves and Drawknives with Brian Boggs. Key Steps Covered: Grinding technique for concave blades Using a honing cylinder to fix errors Tips for maintaining a razor-sharp edge Whether youre a beginner or a seasoned woodworker, this method will help you achieve cleaner, smoother cuts in your chairmaking projects. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns Chairmaking Woodworking BladeSharpening ConcaveBlade HandToolWoodworking SharpeningTips Craftsman WoodworkingSkills DIYWoodworking ChairMaker SharpeningHacks WoodworkingCommunity https://video-meta.open.video/poster/o0u2YfrA2qyk/z4JsHghlJj2_kgpQRL.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/o0u2YfrA2qyk/1786135095/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=z4JsHghlJj2 343 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/flawless-dovetail-pins Flawless Dovetail Pins Want quality dovetails with perfect contrasting woods? In this video, I reveal my technique for drilling clean pin holes after finishing - a risky but rewarding method that gives me the crispest results when working with pre-finished pieces (like walnut/maple combinations). Youll learn: Why I drill post-finish (despite the risks) My drilling secrets to avoid tear-out on finished surfaces When pre-finishing makes sense for your projects This is an advanced technique - I recommend practicing on less critical pieces first! But once mastered, it elevates your work to next-level craftsmanship. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ brianboggs boggsbench boggsdesigns chairmaker chairdesign DovetailMastery FineWoodworking FurnitureMaking JoinerySecrets AdvancedTechniques HandmadeFurniture WoodworkingSkills Craftsmanship WalnutAndMaple PreFinishTips WorkshopWisdoms ChairMaking PerfectPins WoodFinishing TimeTestedTechniques https://video-meta.open.video/poster/jneINbKBYu7i/zidZGNgAJy2_WVqkEk.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/jneINbKBYu7i/1786135392/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zidZGNgAJy2 496 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/a-spokeshave-odyssey-40-years-of-woodworking-and-tool-design A Spokeshave Odyssey: 40 Years of Woodworking and Tool Design In this video, I share my 40-year journey of chair making and spokeshave design. From my early struggles with a Kuntz spokeshave to crafting custom tools in my small woodworking shop, this odyssey explores the art of hand tool woodworking and the evolution of spokeshave design. I started making chairs in 1982. I didnt have many tools then and little room to keep them in my 60-square-foot shop. So, I needed to get the most from every tool I had. After spending far too much time trying to get my Kuntz spokeshave to do what I thought a spokeshave should be able to do, I decided to make one from scratch. That first effort did not go well, but I kept at it and eventually got a shave I was happy with. The experiments I went through to understand spokeshave design led me through a 40-year exploration of spokeshave design that continues to reveal new ideas. I thought you might find the story of this odyssey interesting, so I put together a video presentation for you. I hope you enjoy it. If you enjoyed this video, please like and subscribe for more woodworking tips and stories! Or signup for my newsletter at lessons.boggsbench.com brianboggs boggsbench boggsdesigns chairmaker chairdesign craftsmanship Spokeshave woodworkingtools Handtoolwoodworking Chairmaking SpokeshavedDesign FineWoodworking ToolTuning Recordspokeshave WoodworkingJourney CustomSpokeshave https://video-meta.open.video/poster/UKiEYxLl2qsa/z4IIGwhQIi2_BimetX.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/UKiEYxLl2qsa/1786135058/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=z4IIGwhQIi2 756 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/bandsaw-breakthrough-the-secret-to-perfect-cuts-every-time Bandsaw Breakthrough: The Secret to Perfect Cuts Every Time Great bandsaw cuts dont happen by accident - they happen when you understand exactly whats happening between blade and wood. In this video, Ill show you how to: Read your blades behavior in real-time Align your feed direction perfectly with the cut Transform frustrating results into smooth, accurate cuts Unlock what your bandsaw is truly capable of When you know what to look for and how to respond, youll not only improve your cuts dramatically - youll start grinning every time you turn on your bandsaw. Im sharing the same techniques I use daily in my shop to get professional results. Once you master these fundamentals, youll wonder how you ever worked without them. Got a specific bandsaw challenge? Drop it in the comments and I might make it the focus of a future video! Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns BandsawTips Woodworking PrecisionCuts ShopSkills WoodworkingTips DIYWoodworking BandsawMastery SawingTechniques WoodshopHacks MakeBetterCuts SawingSuccess BladeBehavior WoodworkingJourney ToolSkills https://video-meta.open.video/poster/nVzQYhfdwmHG/zOccHwN6Ji2_mSyXBg.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/nVzQYhfdwmHG/1786135501/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=zOccHwN6Ji2 822 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/sharpening-for-control-making-a-precision-chamfer-from-a-twist-drill Sharpening for Control: Making a Precision Chamfer from a Twist Drill In this video, Brian demonstrates how to convert a standard twist drill into a precise chamfering tool by grinding an 82 included angle and tuning the relief for control rather than aggression. Instead of relying on specialty chamfer bitswhich are limited in size, difficult to sharpen, and often inconsistentyoull see how to customize a drill bit to match the fastener youre using and the result you want. The focus isnt speed, but feel. Brian explains how lip angle, relief angle, and symmetry influence entry, exit, and surface quality, then walks through grinder setup, angle control, and a practical way to check that both cutting edges are working evenly. The result is a clean, controlled chamfer with minimal tear-out and a level of precision that off-the-shelf bits rarely achieve. This approach reflects a broader philosophy of adapting tools to the task at handskills that extend far beyond this single operation. This video is an excerpt from the Boggs Timber Frame Table course, where Brian walks through the full process of building the table while teaching the deeper thinking behind precision, tool control, and adaptable shop techniques. Brian Boggs boggsbench woodworking toolsharpening precisionwoodworking drillbitsharpening shopskills finewoodworking handtoolskills woodworkingeducation craftsmanship Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ https://video-meta.open.video/poster/QEfgJrCt2uBi/yycJH2N6IP2_uwiKbs.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/QEfgJrCt2uBi/1786137712/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=yycJH2N6IP2 859 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/a-smarter-way-to-apply-finish-the-boggs-finishing-wand A Smarter Way to Apply Finish: The Boggs Finishing Wand The Boggs Finishing Wand course exact materials, dimensions, and techniques in 22 minutes: https://boggsbench.com/finishingwand After nearly a year of testing and refining the design in our shop, this class covers everything you need to build one. The wand costs almost nothing to make and solves a finishing problem most woodworkers dont realize they have especially on large surfaces and curved work. More woodworking education: https://boggsbench.com Custom furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com BrianBoggs BoggsBench BoggsDesigns FineWoodworking WoodworkingEducation Craftsmanship PrecisionWoodworking WoodworkingTips FurnitureMaking WoodFinishing WoodworkingTools https://video-meta.open.video/poster/iyrAVbWdFiZd/4OJIawN7JO2_MqKUgg.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/iyrAVbWdFiZd/1786135694/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4OJIawN7JO2 398 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/every-step-matters-how-to-think-through-a-perfect-glue-up Every Step Matters: How to Think Through a Perfect Glue-Up In every minute of our upcoming Boggs Timber Frame Table course, I walk you through not just what I do, but why I do it. Whether a task is simple or complex, each step is an opportunity to elevate your workor to compromise it. How you think about what youre doing ultimately defines the caliber of the piece you create. From aligning grain for long-term stability to the exact way glue is applied, there is no such thing as an insignificant step. Every choice is a chance to deepen your craft and sharpen your eye. In this sneak peek, youll get a feel for how intentional process transforms results. Sign up to get notified of the launch at boggsbench.com/timberframe Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs BoggsBench boggsdesigns WoodworkingMastery FurnitureMaking WoodworkingProcess Craftsmanship WoodworkingEducation PrecisionWoodworking FineWoodworking BoggsWisdom MasterTheProcess GlueUp PerfectGlueBond WoodworkingCourse FurnitureMaking FineWoodworking WoodworkingTips WoodworkingProcess TimberFrame Craftsmanship https://video-meta.open.video/poster/UibcVb1k-mWG/45cIa2hlcO2_unyKlW.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/UibcVb1k-mWG/1786135703/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=45cIa2hlcO2 488 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/hold-that-question Hold That Question Ive been practicing the art of asking what some might call stupid questions. To me, theyre anything but. These questionsdriven by curiosityhave sparked new discoveries in tool geometry and helped me break free from the limits of traditional woodworking thinking. By approaching my craft with curiosity and critical thinking, Ive found that what once felt like fixed knowledge can become clay ready to be reshaped. That shift has opened the door to self-improvement, skill improvement, and a deeper understanding of the work I love. In this video, I share why asking stupid questions is one of the most valuable habits you can developwhether in woodworking or any pursuit that calls for growth and creativity. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns CuriosityDriven CriticalThinking SelfImprovement SkillImprovement AskStupidQuestions WoodworkingWisdom CreativeWoodworking MindfulMaking Craftsmanship joinery tooldesign https://video-meta.open.video/poster/Tyzo3fLAFmrR/4jIZGghBcO2_SGTtiT.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/Tyzo3fLAFmrR/1786135691/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4jIZGghBcO2 409 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/creating-rustic-bandsaw-texture-the-story-behind-the-rad-barstool-design Creating Rustic Bandsaw Texture: The Story Behind the RAD Barstool Design Discover the artistry behind the RAD barstool design, where bandsaw curves meet rustic texture. In this story, Brian Boggs shares how he mastered the balance between precision and bold, coarse cuts to create a unique two-toned finish. Learn how slight adjustments to blade tension and guides, along with meticulous tuning, allowed him to achieve a striking texture that aged beautifully over time. This design, created for a restaurant environment, showcases the beauty of intentional wear and the importance of controlling curves while embracing the saws natural character. Stay tuned for more videos diving deeper into this fascinating process! The RAD barstool design gave us a fun opportunity to create a lot of bandsawn curves as finished surfaces off the saw tooth. Because I designed this stool for a rustic environment, the saw cuts needed to remain bold enough through the finishing process even after some sanding to soften the sharpness of the cuts. To help the textures visibility, we usually stained the stools black before sanding back the high spots to bare wood to be stained a lighter color, usually a brick red. I keep my saws finely tuned so I can control cuts. The challenge in this case was to take advantage of the saws ability to hold to an intended curved cut, while fluttering enough to create a coarse cut allowing our two-toned finishing process to work and still have a bold texture. The restaurant I initially designed these for needed a piece that looked right as the finish wore through. We delivered these stools, 50 in all, about 10 years ago and enjoyed them when we ate there, almost always seated at the bar. It was interesting watching these wear over that time just as intended. The success of this look meant mastering this rustic cut while controlling the curve. What is not mentioned here is that to get this rustic control I loosened the blade tension slightly and opened the blade guides just a bit. It takes several adjustments and practice cuts to get the look right and proved to be a difficult balance https://video-meta.open.video/poster/OCvUQhWsFmzk/4zIJa2NldP2_BXIOPr.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/OCvUQhWsFmzk/1786135731/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4zIJa2NldP2 529 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/waterfall-table-build-part-3-from-curved-veneers-to-a-flawless-finish Waterfall Table Build Part 3: From Curved Veneers to a Flawless Finish While Ive built waterfall tables before, theyve always been smaller accent pieces. This dining table, at 103 long and 42 wide, was a whole new scaleand with that came a whole new level of challenge. Every square inch held potential for mistakes, and documenting the process on video only raised the stakes. This build stretched every skill Ive developed over the yearsand occasionally called on a bit of good luck too. Its my first waterfall dining table, but I hope it wont be my last. The process not only refined my technique but sparked new ideas for future designs. Id jump at the chance to make another. Were currently booking for February production if youre dreaming up a waterfall table of your own. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns WaterfallTable DiningTableBuild CustomFurniture WoodworkingProject FineWoodworking VeneerJoinery LongVeneers CurvedVeneers HandPlaning HandPlaningVeneers WoodworkingByHand WoodworkingSkills FurnitureDesign WoodworkingProcess WoodworkingLife WoodVeneer VeneeringTips FurnitureMaking PrecisionWoodworking CraftsmanshipMatters WoodworkingCommunity TableBuild WoodworkingArt Woodworker BuildWithMe JoineryTechniques WoodshopLife https://video-meta.open.video/poster/pkeE2t9l_aXH/4zdca3hRdP2_YlyCIK.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/pkeE2t9l_aXH/1786137962/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4zdca3hRdP2 469 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/how-to-hand-plane-long-veneer-joints-for-perfect-seams How to Hand Plane Long Veneer Joints for Perfect Seams We have many ways to cut straight joints on veneers: routing, table saw ripping, jointer passes, and hand planing. Each can work well, but with long veneers that wont lay flat, I prefer to press them between boards and hand plane them to final fit. I initially ran these veneers through the jointer, but because of their length, width, and waviness, the best path to perfection was a well-tuned hand plane. The jointer left a slight crown in the seam, so I started removing material from the middle to create a slight concavitya far easier condition to flatten. This technique takes practice, but once learned, its straightforward. This joint, on highly figured curly maple, demanded an invisible glue line. And it delivered. n this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns veneers veneering woodworking handtools finewoodworking furnituremaking curlymaple invisiblejoint handplaning woodjoint veneertechniques veneershop woodworkingtechniques https://video-meta.open.video/poster/Ucv2IhD7ZyjQ/4zdYHhM6dP2_jNWMVG.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/Ucv2IhD7ZyjQ/1786138169/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4zdYHhM6dP2 677 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/why-your-bandsaw-doesnt-cut-right-and-how-to-fix-it Why Your Bandsaw Doesnt Cut Right (And How to Fix It) Saul wanted curves in his work but didnt trust his saw to cut them. One afternoon, a new blade, and a tune-up later his 30-year-old Meber 16-inch bandsaw cut a 16-inch radius clean enough to glue a timber frame table leg. This is what we did and how we did it. Read the full essay: https://boggsbench.substack.com/p/a-bandsaw-that-fails-you-is-just Courses at Boggs Bench: Boggs Timber Frame Table: https://boggsbench.com/boggs-timber-frame-table/ Card Scraper Mastery: https://boggsbench.com/card-scraper-mastery/ More woodworking education: https://boggsbench.com Custom furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com BrianBoggs BoggsBench BoggsDesigns Bandsaw BandsawTuneUp FineWoodworking Woodworking WoodworkingTips BandsawTips HandmadeWoodworking SmallShop WoodworkingTools LearnWoodworking DoYouSpeakSaw https://video-meta.open.video/poster/PPiwMpvsECXR/WOQcGNN6Jy2_crPwXa.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/PPiwMpvsECXR/1786140382/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=WOQcGNN6Jy2 3259 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/harvesting-45-miles-of-hickory-bark-brian-boggs-hickory-bark-for-seat-weaving Harvesting 45 Miles of Hickory Bark: Brian Boggs Hickory bark for Seat Weaving When I first started cutting hickory bark for chair seats, I never imagined Id end up harvesting and weaving over 45 linear miles of it25 of those by hand. Those early outings were rough: every foot of splint came at the cost of aching muscles and a steep learning curve. This video shares the story of how I went from those humble, painful beginnings to developing a custom-built bark machine that transformed the process. Youll see the evolution of my technique, the harvesting process in the wild, and the weaving of a seatall captured in this beautifully produced short film by Lie-Nielsen Toolworks over 20 years ago. Were honored they gave us permission to share it with you. Whether or not you plan to cut bark yourself, I think youll find something deeply human in this story. Its a glimpse into the wilder side of my craftand a chapter of woodworking history you dont often see. HickoryBark ChairMaking BrianBoggs WoodworkingHistory SeatWeaving HandCrafted LieNielsen TraditionalCraft HickoryHarvest BoggsBench ToolInnovation WovenSeats WoodworkingLife GreenWoodworking https://video-meta.open.video/poster/T7j6Uj4dAild/5ad7GxN6J52_pKotqz.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/T7j6Uj4dAild/1786142603/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5ad7GxN6J52 3002 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/bent-lamination-table-build Bent Lamination Table Build Bent Lamination Table Build https://video-meta.open.video/poster/QjaIRpyl7aHO/rOcQbgMAdy2_dehgUo.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/QjaIRpyl7aHO/1786142168/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=rOcQbgMAdy2 32 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/mortise-and-tenon-work-here-in-the-shop-woodworking-wood-craft-handmade-tools Mortise and tenon work here in the shop! woodworking wood craft handmade tools Mortise and tenon work here in the shop! woodworking wood craft handmade tools https://video-meta.open.video/poster/oyjQNFjl-CYi/X4IBGggBdy2_dmUfEb.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/oyjQNFjl-CYi/1786142240/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=X4IBGggBdy2 20 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/biltmore-family-office-conference-room-table Biltmore Family Office Conference room table Biltmore Family Office Conference room table https://video-meta.open.video/poster/kEzQ3FPAAq5j/rOI7agMlci2_tcsBNy.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/kEzQ3FPAAq5j/1786142250/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=rOI7agMlci2 37 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/sculpting-on-the-bandsaw Sculpting on the Bandsaw The RAD barstool design gave us a fun opportunity to create a lot of bandsawn curves as finished surfaces off the saw tooth. Because I designed this stool for a rustic environment, the saw cuts needed to remain bold enough through the finishing process even after some sanding to soften the sharpness of the cuts. BrianBoggs BoggsbBenchBandsawArt FurnitureCraftsmanship Woodworking HandmadeFurniture RADBarstool RusticCharm WoodTexture CustomFurniture ArtisanCraft DesignInnovation SawCutTexture WoodFinishing FurnitureDesign RusticDesign TwoToneFinish https://video-meta.open.video/poster/8vuYUdvksaAj/ziJRaghkJy2_wYJnYB.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/8vuYUdvksaAj/1786143642/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=ziJRaghkJy2 40 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/hand-carved-to-homegrown-cnc-the-evolution-of-the-sonus-guitar-chair-production Hand-Carved to Homegrown CNC: The Evolution of the Sonus Guitar Chair Production Our journey with the Sonus Guitar chair began with hand-carved seatseach one shaped with care, but demand quickly outpaced manual craftsmanship. While CNC machines offered the perfect solution, our early production volumes were too small for traditional manufacturers. Instead of waiting, we engineered our own pantographic router, custom-built to match our needs. The result? CNC-level precision at a fraction of the cost, keeping up with orders while maintaining artisanal quality. This DIY machine became our secret weapon, bridging the gap until we scaled enough to partner with a professional CNC shop. A testament to ingenuity, persistence, and the spirit of making it workno matter the challenge. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs BoggsDesigns BoggsBench furnituredesigns CNC MakerStory Handcrafted DesignEvolution SmallBatchProduction Woodworking Innovation SonusChair FromScratch PantographRouter https://video-meta.open.video/poster/9hqcMvWdZuZP/5ydlbwNAJy2_xvAfIj.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/9hqcMvWdZuZP/1786143646/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5ydlbwNAJy2 46 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/the-unbreakable-bond-engineering-the-sonus-lily-chair-frame The Unbreakable Bond: Engineering the Sonus & Lily Chair Frame The Sonus and Lily chairs are designed for sublime comforteach seat and back carved to cradle the body perfectly. But the real engineering marvel lies in the frame, where strength meets elegance in what may be the most resilient joint in chairmaking. At its core is a triple-threat connection: a massive scarf joint reinforced by three taper-locking tenons, creating over 20 square inches of glue surface. In stress tests, these tenons refuse to failinstead, they tear the wood around them apart before releasing. Crafting this joint demands precision and patience: zero margin for error, intricate clamping with floating blocks, and a dance of angles that must align perfectly before the glue sets. But the reward? A bond that lasts forever, hidden beneath the chairs graceful lines. This is furniture built to endurewhere artistry and engineering unite. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns ChairDesign FurnitureEngineering Woodworking JoineryMastery Handcrafted SonusChair Sonusguitarchair guitarchair LilyChair StrongerThanWood TimelessDesign ArtisanCraft LuxuryFurniture MadeToLast https://video-meta.open.video/poster/zbiE7vKBsaZl/y4JQH2gQc52_NdGWYw.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/zbiE7vKBsaZl/1786143644/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=y4JQH2gQc52 59 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/bandsaw-shop-made-veneers Bandsaw shop made veneers Our team working together to mill these ambrosia maple veneers https://video-meta.open.video/poster/7dycYtbssq6I/4OI6aNNkJ42_sIWLhx.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/7dycYtbssq6I/1786143653/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4OI6aNNkJ42 56 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/chair-rung-repair-with-vee-scarf-joint Chair Rung Repair with Vee-scarf joint After 42 years of chairmaking, Ive learned even the finest craftsmanship sometimes needs repairs. But I refuse to settle for visible fixes or weak joints. In this video, I reveal my Vee-Scarf Joint techniquea near-invisible, full-strength solution for replacing broken chair rungs. Youll learn: Why traditional repairs fail (and how this method outlasts the original rung). Step-by-step shaping for a seamless glue-up. Installation tricks to hide the joint inside the mortise. This isnt just a repairits an upgrade. Once you master it, youll never dread rung replacements again. For chairmakers, restorers, and woodworkers who hate compromises. Subscribe for more lifetime-tested techniques from the bench. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ ChairRepair Woodworking FurnitureRestoration InvisibleFix VeeScarfJoint ChairMaking WoodworkingTips Joinery StrongerThanNew FineWoodworking 42YearsOfWisdom ShopSecrets NoMoreWeakJoints BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns https://video-meta.open.video/poster/6tfwNdTB2ijJ/5jIkbwMRI42_moJceP.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/6tfwNdTB2ijJ/1786145907/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5jIkbwMRI42 1331 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/unlocking-drill-press-precision-free-woodworking-tips-with-brian-boggs Unlocking Drill Press Precision Free Woodworking Tips with Brian Boggs Join the course at: boggsbench.com/drillpress1 For many woodworkers, the drill press sits quietly in the corner of the shop a tool used occasionally for simple holes. But in the hands of a master, it becomes a gateway to precision, safety, and expanded creative possibilities. In this free course, Brian Boggs draws on more than four decades of chairmaking and fine woodworking to share how he relies on the drill press for accuracy and repeatability in ways that a hand drill cant deliver. From his early years cutting mortises with brace and bit, to upgrading through multiple machines, Brian explains what features matter most in a drill press and why. Youll learn how to: Choose between bench and floor models, and understand which features really count. Set up and square your drill press for reliable, repeatable accuracy. Control feed rates and chip removal for clean, glue-ready holes. Use fences, stops, and setup blocks for precise spacing and repeatable results. Apply these methods to real projects like chair joints, bending forms, and fixture building. This is not just about drilling holes. Its about building habits of precision that carry over into every part of your woodworking. Whether youre brand new to the drill press or looking to refine how you use it, Brians practical demonstrations will help you see whats possible when you treat this tool as a cornerstone of accuracy in the shop. 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Steam-Bending Tapered Oak with the help of the client. https://video-meta.open.video/poster/8jrA2vHl-mHb/qHkkHMgAdi2_Pcamsf.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/8jrA2vHl-mHb/1786144403/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=qHkkHMgAdi2 110 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/sharpening-plug-and-tenon-cutters Sharpening plug and tenon cutters We had some questions about the tenon cutter from our last IG post so I thought a follow up would be worthwhile. I think I bought this Stubai cutter 20 or more years ago so have sharpened it many times. This particular brand might be hard to fins, but Fisch has a very similar design that you should be able to buy easily enough. I know Dictum has them. hope this video is helpful! https://video-meta.open.video/poster/EtjUYvOdYyqi/4aRkHNNBIP2_gwxjip.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/EtjUYvOdYyqi/1786145937/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4aRkHNNBIP2 210 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/hand-carved-to-homegrown-cnc-the-evolution-of-the-sonus-guitar-chair-production-2 Hand-Carved to Homegrown CNC: The Evolution of the Sonus Guitar Chair Production Our journey with the Sonus Guitar chair began with hand-carved seatseach one shaped with care, but demand quickly outpaced manual craftsmanship. While CNC machines offered the perfect solution, our early production volumes were too small for traditional manufacturers. Instead of waiting, we engineered our own pantographic router, custom-built to match our needs. The result? CNC-level precision at a fraction of the cost, keeping up with orders while maintaining artisanal quality. This DIY machine became our secret weapon, bridging the gap until we scaled enough to partner with a professional CNC shop. A testament to ingenuity, persistence, and the spirit of making it workno matter the challenge. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs BoggsDesigns BoggsBench furnituredesigns CNC MakerStory Handcrafted DesignEvolution SmallBatchProduction Woodworking Innovation SonusChair FromScratch PantographRouter ArtisanToIndustry https://video-meta.open.video/poster/yLeEYvPttCkj/4WR7HxNkJP2_CoIRGq.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/yLeEYvPttCkj/1786145989/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4WR7HxNkJP2 347 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/perfectly-jointing-curved-veneers-part-2-a-safer-method-for-flawless-alignment Perfectly Jointing Curved Veneers Part 2: A Safer Method for Flawless Alignment Its been years since I joined veneers with curved edges. I dont think of it as particularly difficultbut its surprisingly easy to mess up. Even with a clean joint line, alignment can go off in subtle ways if youre not paying close attention. A common method for curved joints is to cut both veneers at once or flip them across the same bushing. While that works for large-radius curves, the radius offset caused by the bit diameter can throw off tighter fits. In this video, I share a method that yields a perfect fiteven in tighter curvesby eliminating that margin of error. I didnt want to risk the typical approach, and Im glad I didnt. The result was clean, precise, and deeply satisfying. I cant wait to see finish on this tabletop! FYI: This is the second video associated with building this table. 1. Massive sled for Resawing Veneers: is first material prep. (Short) 2. Shooting long veneers: designing the layout. 3. Perfectly Jointing Curved Veneers 4. Waterfall Table Wrap-up Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ brianboggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns WoodworkingTips VeneerJoinery CurvedVeneers FineWoodworking RouterTips FurnitureMaking BoggsBench WoodworkingProcess PrecisionJoinery VeneerWork TabletopDesign WoodworkingEducationfurniture curlymaple walnut https://video-meta.open.video/poster/7Nmw-rmIYCXQ/5akkHMMld52_KVSjnp.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/7Nmw-rmIYCXQ/1786147219/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=5akkHMMld52 1149 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/mastering-spokeshaves-drawknives-with-brian-boggs-free-lie-nielsen-workshop-20-year-old-classic Mastering Spokeshaves & Drawknives with Brian Boggs. Free Lie-Nielsen Workshop: 20-Year-Old Clas In the early 2000s, Lie-Nielsen Toolworks partnered with Brian Boggs to film this in-depth spokeshave and drawknife workshop captured on video by Wolfgang Busse and sold as Chairmakers Toolkit in their catalog for nearly two decades. Thanks to Deneb Puchalski and the LNT team, its now free to the public for the first time since 2005. The techniques Brian teaches here are the same ones he uses and teaches today. Wolfgangs camerawork is exceptional angles that make every cut and adjustment genuinely clear. A note on tools: some shown are rare, but the fundamentals apply to any quality spokeshave or drawknife. Thank you to Tom Lie-Nielsen, Deneb, and the entire LNT team for their generosity in making this available. Courses at Boggs Bench: Card Scraper Mastery: https://boggsbench.com/card-scraper-mastery/ Boggs Timber Frame Table: https://boggsbench.com/boggs-timber-frame-table/ More woodworking education: https://boggsbench.com Custom furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com BrianBoggs BoggsBench BoggsDesigns LieNielsen Spokeshave Drawknife HandToolWoodworking Chairmaking Woodworking HandTools Sharpening TraditionalWoodworking FineWoodworking sharpening Woodworkingeducation Woodworkingtips https://video-meta.open.video/poster/6Kec3b46AuGR/4jklHNgkdj2_WtRkBA.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/6Kec3b46AuGR/1786147355/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=4jklHNgkdj2 3410 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/lift-your-spirits-with-our-spirits-bar Lift Your Spirits with our Spirits Bar With our spirits bar, we decided to create a full-on celebration of life and add a little element of fun to your happy hour at home. We designed this particular bar to fit a small space in an apartment and changed the entire feeling of the room in the process. The lift of the shelves and opening of the doors can be controlled from an app on your cell phone. You can even set it up to open at a certain time of day. We also offer this same concept with manual doors and static upper shelving. Call and lets talk about how we can lift your spirits! Find more information at https://brianboggschairmakers.com/display-storage/spirits-bar/ https://video-meta.open.video/poster/Ceq-VFLs-eOj/qqdYO3glIj2_HeclKW.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/Ceq-VFLs-eOj/1786148177/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=qqdYO3glIj2 54 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/running-the-bark-machine Running the Bark Machine The new owner, Eric Cannizzaro, runs the bark machine before taking it to its new home. https://video-meta.open.video/poster/9uyk6zqd6iIi/WaJIO2NkJz2_Nbchwq.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/9uyk6zqd6iIi/1786148175/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=WaJIO2NkJz2 25 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/cio-rocker-for-playing-guitar-video Cio rocker for playing guitar video This rocker was designed specifically for one of our clients that likes to rock while playing his guitar. However, he also wanted it to be used as a way to rock his newborn son. So it was customized in a very cool way! https://video-meta.open.video/poster/8qis7FfkAuJk/qGdJOwNkIi2_qqdtcp.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/8qis7FfkAuJk/1786148189/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=qGdJOwNkIi2 59 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/steve-vais-go-to-chair-the-sonus-guitar-chair Steve Vais Go-To Chair: The Sonus Guitar Chair This sitting position because very helpful. The other thing I did, I had this chair made. I found this amazing company this amazing chair. You this chair, look at it. Its made by a company called Sonus. They custom make it to your height. They measured me and all this stuff and the built this chair and it is amazing. Lovely couple Melanie and Brian Boggs own this company Sonus and its kinda like my butt was molded into wooden butter or something like that you know its just very comfortable and it keeps your back straight its just remarkable actually. So this is now my go to chair for sitting and playing. I highly recommend checking out the Sonus guitar chair. Steve Vai Thank you for your kind words, Mr. Vai! We are honored to support you in your musical mastery. SteveVaiApproved SonusGuitarChair sonuschair guitarchair CustomComfort ErgonomicDesign LuxurySeating GuitarPlayers guitarplayerschiar HandcraftedFurniture BrianBoggs PremiumCraftsmanship MusicLifestyle ArtisanMade PerfectPosture GuitarGear FunctionalArt https://video-meta.open.video/poster/Aaq2JpHkFCja/qqdtj2NkJj2_zIooiz.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/Aaq2JpHkFCja/1786148189/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=qqdtj2NkJj2 100 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/reinventing-the-chair-how-3000-year-old-armor-inspired-our-revolutionary-design Reinventing the Chair: How 3,000-Year-Old Armor Inspired Our Revolutionary Design What does Alexander the Greats army have to do with 21st-century chair design? Meet Linsitour linen-composite innovation thats redefining strength, comfort, and sustainability in furniture. After 25 years, Brian Boggs reimagined his iconic Appalachian ladderback chair by solving its oldest weakness: the seat-to-leg joint. The result? A featherlight yet indestructible design that eliminates bulky undercarriages using: Ancient linen-composite tech (once used for armor, now for ergonomics). Precision fiber orientation for targeted strength where chairs need it most. Timeless craftsmanship fused with aerospace-grade material science. Discover how were using this 3,000-year-old secret in our Cio and Sculpted Fanback chairs. Join the revolution: Where history meets hyper-modern design, and every piece is built to outlive its owner. Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes innovation. Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns LinenComposite FurnitureDesign ChairInnovation BrianBoggs SustainableDesign FutureOfFurniture TimelessDesign Linsit Craftsmanship ErgonomicSeats AncientTech ModernChairs DesignForGenerations https://video-meta.open.video/poster/CquQ2jqc7mIG/WGcIO3h6Ii2_CNJFrz.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/CquQ2jqc7mIG/1786148183/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=WGcIO3h6Ii2 78 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/honduras-2012-with-brian-boggs Honduras 2012 with Brian Boggs Enjoy a trip to Honduras with Brian Boggs as he explains how our Honduran mahogany came to be used in our workshop. https://video-meta.open.video/poster/y2z62zjdEqZc/qOJYihhBcP2_SIFyaB.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/y2z62zjdEqZc/1786150641/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=qOJYihhBcP2 183 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/evolution-of-my-chair-designing-process-brian-boggs Evolution of my Chair designing process - Brian Boggs In our first video (which can be accessed by clicking here), I lecture on how I think about chair design and woodworking in the larger sense and where that thinking comes from. I use three very different versions of ladderback chairs made over a 38-year career to help explain why I work the way I do, why I design the way I do, and why I think all this is important. I hope you and yours will enjoy the story and the information, and maybe even take inspiration to elevate your own efforts in the design arena. Most of our videos will focus more on techniques I have developed over decades of furniture making. Some of these will be great methods to adopt in your own shop. Other methods might be less of a fit to how you are set up, but will help you think about how to improve what you do in your shop. Due to our interest in getting this material out and available as soon as possible, we are shooting these with our own cameras and doing little editing. These videos will form the framework for a longer-term interest in creating high quality instructional videos professionally filmed and made available for sale. We welcome your comments on how we are doing. If there is a particular technique you are interested in learning about from me, please let me know. Your comments and requests will impact and improve the new content. For those that want to support us in this effort while we spin off these quick and rough free videos, your contributions will be greatly appreciated. I hope you will join us in whatever capacity befits your situation. All are welcome at the table!! I wish you all the best in your woodworking exploration. Stay healthy and creative! Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https: https://video-meta.open.video/poster/B-bcYz4sZqaa/WidYiNhBJ42_kyMQal.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/B-bcYz4sZqaa/1786150960/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=WidYiNhBJ42 1661 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/how-to-eliminate-burrs-the-invisible-enemy How to Eliminate Burrs: The Invisible Enemy Struggling to get a truly sharp plane blade? The culprit might be invisiblea microscopic burr left by your sharpening process. Even the tiniest wire edge can ruin performance, leaving you frustrated with dull results. In this video, I focus on one critical sharpening hurdle Ive seen students battle (often without realizing it!). Youll learn: Why burrs form (and why theyre so hard to detect). Pro techniques to eliminate them for a lasting, razor-sharp edge. How to feel and listen for a burr-free finisheven if you cant see it. This is the first in a series on sharpening finer points. Master this, and youll transform how long your blades hold their edge. Want more? Let me know in the comments what sharpening challenges youd like me to tackle next! Subscribe for upcoming deep dives into sharpening, tool maintenance, and hand-tool mastery. (P.S. For those whove taken my Penland workshopsyes, this is the burr lecture I wish wed had time for!) brianboggs boggsbench boggsdesigns chairmaker chairdesign craftsmanship Sharpening Woodworking HandTools PlaneBlade NoMoreBurrs ShopTips ToolMaintenance WoodworkingSkills DIYWoodworking RazorSharp LearnWoodworking TheUnseenEdge BrianBoggs boggsbench https://video-meta.open.video/poster/zFi2ZDTA-ejO/qPIJO2M7IP2_QLyeLo.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/zFi2ZDTA-ejO/1786151051/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=qPIJO2M7IP2 1316 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/innovative-card-scrapper-sharpening-techniques-practice-patience Innovative Card Scrapper Sharpening Techniques, Practice & Patience In this video, I dive into scraper sharpeningnot as the definitive method, but as another perspective to help deepen your understanding. After watching countless tutorials, I realized that every maker explains it slightly differently, and those nuances matter. My goal isnt to claim a better technique, but to add dimension to your learning so you can find what works best for your hands and tools. Scraper sharpening is a skill built through deliberate practicenot just when a project demands it, but as daily ritual. Pay attention to subtle variations between sharpenings, experiment, and most importantly: have fun. Over time, youll unlock results that transform how you see (and use) scrapers forever. These videos are raw, made during the pandemic with the hope theyd help fellow makers. Your feedback fuels this journeylet me know what clicks, and share them with anyone who might benefit. Happy scraping! Stay healthy and creative! Brian Join this channel to get access to more videos / @boggsbench Sign up for our free newsletter to be notified of a new video or other cool stuff happening at Boggs Bench! https://www.lessons.boggsbench.com/ For more information, plans, and more: https://boggsbench.com See our furniture: https://brianboggschairmakers.com/ Click here to order one of our Bandsaw Love t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/bandsaw-love-t-shirts-blue/ Click here to order one of our Deep in the Woods t-shirts https://boggsbench.com/product/deep-in-the-woods-t-shirts-grey/ BrianBoggs Boggsbench boggsdesigns Woodworking ScraperSharpening HandToolSkills LearnWoodworking SharpeningTechniques MakerCommunity DIYWoodworking ToolMaintenance PracticeMakesPerfect WoodworkingTips Craftsmanship UnpluggedWoodshop https://video-meta.open.video/poster/-4aUZDjA_y7a/WjJZOxgQIO2_feSIeD.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/-4aUZDjA_y7a/1786151170/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=WjJZOxgQIO2 1270 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/introduction-to-planing-wood Introduction to Planing Wood James Krenov called hand planes the violins of the woodworkers orchestra. I never got what he meant by that exactly other than to express his own reverence for this group of hand tools. I have never played a violin, but I have learned, over four decades of using hand planes, that the nuances of the tools and the skills needed to master them take rigorous attention to detail and years of practice to truly master. The tools themselves are really quite simple, as are the techniques needed to control them. But thats exactly what makes their mastery so elusive. Like the subtle and invisible movements that make a violins tones resonate with our soul, what sets a masters touch apart from the journeymans is felt rather than seen. What is happening in the actual cut that makes the wood glisten from masterful planing is microscopic and as such can be talked about and demonstrated, but not witnessed through the eyes. In the late 80s, after making chairs for several years and attempting to master spokeshaves, I hit a wall of frustration in my inability to get the results Krenov spoke about so poetically in his books. In response, I vowed not to make another chair until I learned how to get the results I thought I should be able to get from the tools I used every day. The challenge I set up for myself was to be able to get a perfectly tear-free and glistening cut from each of my edge tools. I chose quilted maple, the most difficult wood I knew at the time, as the test wood. With the shop cleaned and my chair orders set aside, I turned my little shop into a classroom and my focus toward learning and practice. And learn I did. One of the biggest lessons I took from what turned out to be just a week of focus (I already had years of experience) was how much more quickly one can learn with focused practice than in the course of making. In making any furniture, the goal is to build excellent pieces. Even if mastery is part of ones vision, when focused on making, the experience and attention toward learning is usually subordinated t https://video-meta.open.video/poster/AtbUNDyItmib/WPdZixN7IO2_SGLZDt.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/AtbUNDyItmib/1786151357/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=WPdZixN7IO2 1181 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/colin-hay-serenades-in-a-sonus-chair Colin Hay Serenades in a Sonus Chair Colin Hay, lead singer for the Grammy-winning band Men at Work and now a singer/songwriter with music featured in the television show Scrubs and the movie Garden State, serenaded us with his song Overkill while enjoying his new Sonus Chair in the garden. Thanks for the song, Colin! You rocked our world! https://video-meta.open.video/poster/yYfU2nmJZCJO/45JZP3g7Iy2_PRDPNy.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/yYfU2nmJZCJO/1786151406/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=45JZP3g7Iy2 110 https://open.video/@boggsbench/v/constant-curves-single-point-radius-bandsawing-curve-techniques Constant Curves - Single Point Radius Bandsawing Curve Techniques http://chairmakers.com/webinar - In this webinar for intermediate to advanced woodworkers, Brian Boggs will teach three techniques for bandsawing curves, one freehand and two guided. The final method will create a curved fence which will allow you to cut varying radii with a range of at least four inches. https://video-meta.open.video/poster/AknIYlC6syyJ/yiJZOMg7cP2_ATdtum.jpg https://streaming.open.video/contents/AknIYlC6syyJ/1786151900/index.m3u8 https://open.video/embed?contentId=yiJZOMg7cP2 155