Build Week 1

Build Week 1

Without expensive equipment or a big shop, learn how to clean up rough stock into stable blanks that will dry with minimal issues.

Building on Week 1's progress Alex continues his build of a magnetic Bandsaw box.  

The bandsaw can do far more than simply resaw lumber or cut out the curvy edge of a wall shelf. With the addition of a few shop-made jigs, you’ll be able to do more than you ever imagined with your bandsaw.

Without expensive equipment or a big shop, learn how to clean up rough stock into stable blanks that will dry with minimal issues.

Building on Week 1's progress Alex continues his build of a magnetic Bandsaw box.  

The bandsaw can do far more than simply resaw lumber or cut out the curvy edge of a wall shelf. With the addition of a few shop-made jigs, you’ll be able to do more than you ever imagined with your bandsaw.

Choosing the right project for your blank vs. choosing the right blank for your project.

Building on Week 2's progress Alex continues his build of a magnetic Bandsaw box.  

The inclusion of CNC machines in the home workshop is one of the fastest growing segments in the woodworking industry. Join Chuck Bender as he sets up, calibrates and begins using a small CNC machine in his shop. With the right machine, and user-friendly software the machine will be up and running in no time.

Choosing the right project for your blank vs. choosing the right blank for your project.

Building on Week 2's progress Alex continues his build of a magnetic Bandsaw box.  

The inclusion of CNC machines in the home workshop is one of the fastest growing segments in the woodworking industry. Join Chuck Bender as he sets up, calibrates and begins using a small CNC machine in his shop. With the right machine, and user-friendly software the machine will be up and running in no time.

Fast, efficient carving methods with emphasis on the bandsaw and angle grinder.

Building on Week 3's progress Alex finishes his build of a magnetic Bandsaw box. 

Although many look at CNC machines as some sort of way to cheat at woodworking, Chuck Bender shows you how you can use one to augment your skills. As an 18th Century furniture maker, Chuck has always tried to strike a balance between the artistry of hand-tool woodworking and including the efficiency of using power tools. Watch and he shows you how to design and execute a small project “on the fly” that supplements his traditional furniture while maintaining his reputation for museum-quality reproductions.

Fast, efficient carving methods with emphasis on the bandsaw and angle grinder.

Building on Week 3's progress Alex finishes his build of a magnetic Bandsaw box. 

Although many look at CNC machines as some sort of way to cheat at woodworking, Chuck Bender shows you how you can use one to augment your skills. As an 18th Century furniture maker, Chuck has always tried to strike a balance between the artistry of hand-tool woodworking and including the efficiency of using power tools. Watch and he shows you how to design and execute a small project “on the fly” that supplements his traditional furniture while maintaining his reputation for museum-quality reproductions.