Australian Woodsmith

Australian Woodsmith is packed with all the tips and tricks from experts with years of experience. We include templates, plans and projects that will keep you busy in the workshop for hours, or at least until the next issue hits the newsstands. Australian Woodsmith is a woodworking magazine that brings exploded illustrations, step-by-step instructions and techniques to the dedicated timber hobbyist.

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Australian Woodsmith • No. 168 Mar/Apr 2022

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Next issue of Australian Woodsmith on sale 7th April 2022 - Issue 169

Boys’ Toys, Books & Gear

Installing Auto Blast Gates • Robertson Men's Shed's state-of-the-art dust extraction system is a team effort that has paid off in spades!

Best Abrasives • Christian Timbs has handed over the management of Best Abrasives to a mate.

Flush Trim Bits

Adding hinges to a Rule Joint

Using Hook Knives

Spline Joints • John Bullar reveals a great method for fixing mitred joints.

Bathroom Storage Cart • This little bathroom cart is the perfect solution to any area that needs a little extra storage. The stainless steel accents add a modern twist to the overall design.

Hook Knives • Inspired by traditional knife styles, these unique knives offer a sweet addition to your carving kit.

Campeche Chair • Combine centuries of solid service with an elegantly simple design and you get this — a chair from the Caribbean that’s loved by all.

Shaker Sewing Cabinet • Simplicity often gets overlooked in these hasty times. That’s sad, take a look at what hurried people miss.

Turning Drawer Pulls & Door Knobs • Richard Findley introduces the basics of turning furniture accessories.

New Gifkins Techniques • Centreline dovetails put a Japanese spin on this dovetailing king.

Subscribe & Win • A Mirka DEROS 150mm Random Orbital Sander from Best Abrasives Valued at $932*

BACK ISSUES ON USB • Australian Woodsmith issues 1-150

Sumimaru Kanna • This amazing little plane had me puzzled until I sent a photo off to Hiroshi Yamaguchi. It is an inside corner rounding plane used for creating chamfers on Shoji doors.

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