Popular Woodworking

Whether it's a solo or group project, a home-improvement undertaking or a simple piece of art, Popular Woodworking lets you into the world of woodworking crafts. Each issue of Popular Woodworking features numerous projects for the expert craftsperson and the interested beginner.

Popular Woodworking • DECEMBER 2026, ISSUE 292

Working with Purpose

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Fool-Proof Shop-Made Finish • This shop-made, hard wax finish is as beautiful as it is easy-to apply and make.

Bread Board • This bread board features a lattice work cutting surface and shop-made plywood for the crumb tray.

Studio Stool • A simple, approachable stool that introduces the fundamentals of chair-making without the intimidation.

New Book • Excerpt from the author

Board Game Table • This game table uses knock-down hardware and straightforward construction.

IWF 2026 • A recap of the 2026 International Woodworking Fair.