Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #272 – May 22, 2020
Occasionally I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content you...
Strong and Easy Picnic Table – Free Plans
This is a picnic table design I have been building for about a decade. I have a few of these in commercial spaces that...
Avid CNC Ep5: Machine Template File with CNC Joinery
Video Notes:
- Machine file: https://jayscustomcreations.com/product/avid-cnc-machine-file-template-with-toolpaths-vcarve-pro-file/
- Avid CNC: http://www.cncrouterparts.com/
- Quick Track from Armor Tool: https://armor-tool.com/products/woodworking/t-track/
- TSO Products dogs: https://tsoproducts.com/dogs/
- Use the code JAYBATES to save...
Avid CNC Ep4: Homing Speed, Cutting Area, and Video Game Control
Video notes:
- AntiMicro: https://github.com/AntiMicro/antimicro
- Avid CNC: http://www.cncrouterparts.com/
- Quick Track from Armor Tool: https://armor-tool.com/products/woodworking/t-track/
- TSO Products dogs: https://tsoproducts.com/dogs/
- Use the code JAYBATES to save 10%...
Avid CNC Ep3: Vertical & Horizontal Tables
Video Notes:
- Quick Track from Armor Tool: https://armor-tool.com/products/woodworking/t-track/
- TSO Products dogs for repeat locating: https://tsoproducts.com/dogs/
- Avid CNC: http://www.cncrouterparts.com/
- Machine file with all dimensions and...
Half Lap Dry Erase Board (Cheap Amazon roll)
There's not much to say about this build. It's a crazy simple project that can be knocked out in just a short time. I...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #271 – April 11, 2020
Occasionally I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content you...
Avid CNC Ep2: Dual 4″ Dust Shoe
Video Notes:
Inspiration from Frank Howarth's build: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hqyxRLoujts
Avid CNC's original single 4" hose file, shopping list, and video tutorial: http://www.cncrouterparts.com/universal-cnc-dust-shoe-p-396.html
4" dust ports...
Curly Ash Jewelry Cabinet
Before I get started, here's a couple coupon codes to help you out. Use the code JAYBATES to save 10% on your router/cnc bit...
Avid CNC Ep1: The Machine, 4’x10′
This is a series dedicated to my machine setup so I have a place to point people when common questions are asked. Everything with...
Vlog 151: The world is weird right now
The world is weird right now. Do what you can to prevent the spread of this virus and the accompanying panic. Stay safe and...
Children’s Table and Two Chairs
Click here to get the plans for this project.
My daughter is already a year and a half old. That's.....just crazy to think about. Everyone...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #270 – February 29, 2020
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #269 – February 15, 2020
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Tool Talk #18: Axiom CNC + CNC Talk
For the past year and a half I've been putting the Axiom AR8 PRO+ CNC machine to work in my shop. I've used this...
Tool Talk #17: Mortise Master
Because I produce online woodworking content I regularly get asked to promote tools and products. Most of the time I decline for various reasons...
Greene and Greene Tool Tote
To purchase the MDF templates for this project click here.
This project starts out with a really twisted board. In this case it won't matter...
Superior Artisan Wood & Slab – Mississippi Hardwood Mill and Kiln
I found Chad Fletcher a few years back from another woodworker in Mississippi. Since then I've purchased quite a bit of lumber from him...
Making a Cake Stand
Items used in this project:
Lazy Susan mechanism: https://amzn.to/2uDZPDv
Green grippy gloves: https://amzn.to/2ZdO00v
White stain blocker: https://amzn.to/2NhzNfS
Water based white polyurethane: https://amzn.to/2NjclyJ
Water based brown mahogany stain: https://amzn.to/2R7PZRR
This cake...
Indoor Play Fort / Reading Nook
Get the plans for this indoor play fort / reading nook here.
Through the Christmas season I made several gifts that I did not record...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #268 – January 4, 2020
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
A deep look at 2019
I did a “statistically speaking” article at the end of 2014 and something similar in 2016. I'm not sure why I didn't do one...
Vlog #148: Last ramble of the year
Video Notes:
- End of 2019 giveaway: https://jayscustomcreations.com/giveaway
- Subscribe to Bent's Woodworking on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiQO4At218jezfjPqDzn1CQ/videos
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #267 – December 21, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
A Productive Day: Cord cover, lazy suzan, bit storage tray
A productive day of knocking a few things off the to-do list. Starting with a simple cord cover. Then a super cheap lazy suzan...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #266 – December 14, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Vlog 147: Quick update on stuff + giveaway change
Video Notes:
- Traveling forge video: https://jayscustomcreations.com/2019/12/the-traveling-forge/
- Giveaway page: https://jayscustomcreations.com/giveaway
The Traveling Forge – A Woodworking Masterpiece
Related history content:
- Sweetgum Mortar video 1
- Sweetgum Mortar video 2
- Howitzer Ammunition Chest
- Howitzer Elevation Gear
I've got an incredible friend. His name is...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #265 – December 7, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Sliding Dovetail Sofa Table Bench
While the purpose of this video is to make a bench and not to be an advertisement for the PantoRouter I did use it...
SketchUp: Sofa Table Bench
In this video I show how the design evolution of a quick sofa table bench. This bench will be used inside for quick laptop...
Vlog #146: BIG Bubinga
Video Notes:
- With nearly 36 continuous hours of below freezing temperatures outside the shop heating was barely tested. The insulation seems to be doing...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #264 – November 23, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #263 – November 16, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Batch out sliding dovetails FAST with the PantoRouter
While there is currently no dedicated template for this setup one could easily be made with stable hardwood on a table saw. Still, purchasing...
Vlog 145: Normal vlog + A unique opportunity for you
Video Notes:
- The thumbnail for this video was auto generated from YouTube. Looks like I'm up to something though haha.
- To the veterans out...
PantoRouter Cart
For those who are interested I have a detailed set of plans available for this cart. If you're not familiar with the PantoRouter I...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #262 – November 9, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #261 – November 2, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
A Handy Workbench Accessory – The Moxon Vise
An inexpensive hardware kit for this vise: https://lddy.no/gu1vA better, but still inexpensive, hardware kit for this vise: https://lddy.no/gu1w
This is a quick win project. I...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #260 – October 26, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
The Week That Was #2: Repositioning, Veneering, and a Cart
The week that was #2? I've got to think of a better name for this no video picture series. Does it even need a...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #259 – October 19, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Vlog #144: I was wrong
Video Notes:
- Thanks for watching on my website. It's the best way you can support what I do without spending a dime.
- Router bit...
Mini Split Filters
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Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #258 – October 12, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...
Social media…is it worth it? (plus bonus words!)
Social media...is it worth it? To me, no.
A modern smart phone is a great thing when used wisely. Beyond the fact that it actually...
Interesting Stuff From Around The Web #257 – September 21, 2019
Every week I like to share a few things I find interesting. Mostly video content with an occasional website article. All of the content...

















































