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Convertible Game Table

… and game table are F ¾" plywood. The lower cleats are ¾"-thick hardwood, and 3 the upper cleats are 1"-thick hardwood M5 x 70mm connector screw G 1⁄8 J K Legs & GAME TABLE The frame…veneered leaves finish up this table. These will sit on top of the upper cleats to transform the game table into a dining table. EDGED & VENEERED. Each leaf…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 270
December 2023
Traditional Swing-Leg Table

…, but also a bit deceiving. This is no ordinary drop-leaf table — it’s a classic swing-leg table. Tables of this practical design have been built for well over 200… neatly against a wall. When a larger table is needed, lift a leaf, swing a leg, and you have a small dining or game table. Woodsmith { Need a larger table? Just lift a leaf and swing …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 178
August 2008
Drop-Leaf Coffee Table

TABLE Homework, board games, casual dinners — there are times when a coffee table has to hold a lot more than just a cup of coffee. A dding drop leaves to a coffee table…dimension changes (and longer legs), you can easily build a sofa table that matches the coffee table. (To see this table, turn to page 10.) No. 135 6 OVERALL DIMENSIONS: 36”L x…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 135
June 2001
Convertible Coffee Table

… out as an elegant coffee table converts into a handy table that’s perfect for working, dining, or playing games. What allows the top to …- 48 CC Top Panel Cleats (2) #/4 x 3!/4 - 19 • • • • • • (12) #8 x 1!/4" Fh Woodscrews (4) #8 x 2!/2" Fh Woodscrews (1) Pop-Up Table Lift Mechanism (1) Nylon Glide Tape (30 ft.) (12) 1"-dia. Knobs w/Machine …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 141
June 2002
Incra Router Table Jig

… } The interlocking plates on the Incra Jig allow precise positioning of your router table fence. If you’re a router table enthusiast, chances are you’ve heard of the Incra Jig. The … addition to your shop. W { With the Incra Jig, versatility is the name of the game. How To: Half-Blind Dovetails with the Incra Jig { The first step is a relief …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 171
June 2007
Board Games

…The barrel hinges hide in the edges of the game boards. So when the game is open in playing mode, like in the photo…bowl and tray bit to make the pockets on this game board (as well as the other games). I also used the same bit to rout … lets me use a bowl and tray bit in the router table. It’s a fairly easy process that’s covered on page 64. Don’t …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 233
October 2017
Space-Saving Router Tables

…portable router table option, check out the box on the opposite page.) Woodsmith No. 156 SAW TABLE ATTACHMENT Making the most of every square inch is the name of the game in a small shop. One great way to do this is to combine two or more tools into one workspace. That’s just what’s happening with the router table shown at…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 156
December 2004
Classic Oak Poker Table

…And the table doesn’t need to be limited to poker games. Add the optional wood cover on page 41 and it’s a great table for any use. No. 158 32 NOTE: Poker table felt provides non-skid playing surface NOTE: Octagonal tableRead More


Woodsmith Issue 158
April 2005
Three-Drawer Coffee Table

…mitered around the case. You know the fabrication routine pretty well by now — router table, then table saw. Since I used identical cove around the top of the case, I made …{ Although handy, you don’t have to limit the long, narrow drawers to map storage. Games, puzzles, or photographs will find a welcome home. 38 that emphasizes the bead molding …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 177
June 2008
Sizing Parts on the Table Saw

…once you do, building square, accurate projects becomes a lot easier. Fortunately, sizing parts on a table saw isn’t really all that difficult. It generally involves only two types of cuts… comes together. This saves a lot of headaches during assembly. Once you’ve formulated a game plan, you can begin cutting the first parts of your project to size.…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 186
December 2009
Eastlake Table

…a bit of a challenge at this stage of the game. During the assembly phase, the table parts have to be held square to each …place, but will also let you remove it when transporting the table. Materials, Supplies & Cutting Diagram A B C D Center Spindle (1) Legs (4) Corner Blocks (4) Stretchers (4) 3⁄ 4 2 x 2 - 253⁄4 x 127⁄8 x 271⁄2 2 x 2 - 31⁄2 …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 240
December 2018
Coffee Table

…: Chris Fitch Casual Coffee Table The laid-back vibe of this table invites you to put your feet up and relax — or set up for the weekly game night. T { Angled legs and a distressed paint scheme dial back the formality of this coffee table design. A drawer adds welcome storage and the…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 256
August 2021
Gathering Table

…The tabletop is made from a plywood panel wrapped in mitered hardwood edging. Hide-Away Gathering Table A knock-down table can still be a high-quality piece of furniture. Get rid of that… are times when you just need one more table. Whether you’re hosting family for a holiday or getting ready for a weekly game of poker in the garage, it’s nice to…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 265
February 2023
Skittles Pub Game

… in detail ‘c’ above. SHAPING THE SIDES. The sides define the profile of the skittles game’s table. Patterns to help you shape these can be found at Woodsmith.com/267. … are turned down from 1¾"-thick hardwood blanks P PIN (1¾" x 6") Cheese &SKITTLES The table may be done, but the game isn’t ready yet. The pins and cheeses remain, and they offer a …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 267
June 2023
Kitchen Table

…of light that complements the dark details. Illustrations: Dirk Ver Steeg Kitchen Table This sturdy table has a lot going for it — it’s warm, light-hearted, and hospitable, … dining room, a kitchen table is often center stage for all manner of hijinks. Whether it’s a lastminute homework project, or a rowdy game of cards, the table you see here …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 268
August 2023
Handy Router Table Jigs

… woodworkers strive for — especially when it comes to routers. And mounting a router in a table opens up a whole new world of routing opportunities. But achieving the best results…. Plus, combined with the quality hardware and clamps, this router table jig is sure to up your game when it comes to precision and repeatability. 14 • Woodsmith / No. …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 225
June 2016
Stylish Dining Chairs

…Dining Chair There’s nothing like a set of comfortable chairs to complement your dining room table. And don’t be intimidated by the woodworking. By taking it one step at a time,…the joints to prevent damage from racking Braces fit into kerfs cut on the table saw Bullnose profile on seat rail beading adds an attractive decorative detail The cushion…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 216
December 2014
Chessboard

… around the top edges. As you can see in Fig. 3, I routed these chamfers on a router table, using a push block to safely hold each piece while routing. After all the chamfers have…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 132
December 2000
Candle Centerpiece

table and your woodworking — with this decorative holiday centerpiece. X ’s or O’s? That’s what I thought of when I first saw this candle centerpiece. But despite its similarity to a certain popular children’s game… only have to worry about setting up the rip fence on your table saw one time. However, the important thing here is not the dis#8 x …Read More


Woodsmith Issue 132
December 2000
Flawless Fit for Mitered Molding

… fit Mitered Molding The right process and a little tweaking on the table saw are all it takes to get top-notch results when … molding, it helps to take a few minutes to get your table saw ready. Here, you’ll want to do two things. First… first joint. CUT TO LENGTH. At this stage in the game, all the miters fit perfectly. The only thing is, all…Read More


Woodsmith Issue 161
October 2005