Sizing Dovetails
Dovetail sizing has a big effect on the strength and appearance of your project. Paul shares some advice on how to size your dovetails depending on the size of your project.
Mitred Bridle Joint
The mitred bridle joint is a very useful corner joint which can be used for things like strong picture frames.
Setting a Mortise Gauge
Using a mortise gauge help ensure mortise layout accuracy and consistency.
Bridle Joint
The bridle joint can be cut very accurately using a method Paul has developed with the hand router.
Spokeshave Sharpening: Freehand
Paul Sellers shows you how he sharpens his spokeshaves quickly and efficiently, without the aid of a honing guide. Though it may take quite some practice to master the technique, once acquired, it will remain with you for life and will guarantee a pristine cutting edge every time.
The Paul Sellers Mortise & Tenon Technique
Paul has developed this new method for cutting mortise and tenons. It uses the router to create a definitive mortise guide and results in perfectly sized mortise and tenons that are accurately aligned.
Using a Wooden Spokeshave
Wooden spokeshaves may seem like they’ve been superseded, but they are very useful in the day to day of woodworking. A wooden sole means minimal friction and Paul shows how to easily micro adjust the blade for a variety of uses.
Making a Wooden Spokeshave: Episode 2
The shaping proper starts with the coves. They are drilled for an even radius, then Paul saws down the line. Then the handles are refined and shaped using a spokeshave, rasp, plane and scraper. Then the adjuster can be fitted and the blade sharpened ready for use before the finish is applied.
Making a Wooden Spokeshave: Info Page
Wooden spokeshaves are very functional for all manner of shaping and refining of surfaces. Paul has developed a wooden spokeshave with full adjustment that can made using basic tools and materials.
Making a Wooden Spokeshave: Episode 1
Paul starts by shaping, drilling, and beveling the blade. The blade is then hardened, which can be done in various ways. With that done, the blade and a simple template can be used to layout the spokeshave body and the blade recess and escapement are cut.