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![Why and How to Blunt Your Chisels [VIDEO]](https://www.theenglishwoodworker.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/26269099-F519-415D-9196-5BF152B10DFF-1080x675.jpeg)
Why and How to Blunt Your Chisels [VIDEO]
https://youtu.be/8mRcBkMGm5s Often the sharpest tool in the box is the problem. Or so I keep telling myself. In this video I go off on-one about the...
![Remove Saw Set = Improve Your Joinery [Video]](https://www.theenglishwoodworker.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/9D16FCB8-2406-4C54-93C9-550C75097009-1080x675.jpeg)
Remove Saw Set = Improve Your Joinery [Video]
https://youtu.be/Rmr44l4GYk8 Watch more insights for working by hand. We've revamped our membership website and have begun a new routine of adding monthly bonus content! SIGN UP FOR FREE In this video I wanted to address a question that I've received about my reason...
The Bench Tray – Project Build Video
https://youtu.be/KpJugrblrV0 Download the PDF Plan Join me for a simple build using only basic hand tools and hopefully pick up on a few tips and tricks along the way. These bench trays are great for storing all of the little bits and tools that you might have rolling...
Ready, Set… Almost There.
I can't be the first to point out to you that the weather's doing its thing and it's really feeling like the time to start getting cosy.Usually I'd be panicking about being behind, like the year's got away from me, but for once it's lovely to be feeling in sync. Sort...
![How I Sharpen My Chisels. [Video]](https://www.theenglishwoodworker.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/How-I-sharpen-my-chisels-1080x675.jpg)
How I Sharpen My Chisels. [Video]
https://youtu.be/-t2m-bfpizM?si=s0QQOV_clBrM78ID It's been a while - more on that later. I want to get back into the swing with some new content, kicking off with this demo on how I sharpen my chisels. There's plenty of info in this video to help you pick up my swift...
![Which Saws Are Best For Ripping Thick Stuff? [Video]](https://www.theenglishwoodworker.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/what-hand-saw-is-best-for-thick-rip-cuts.jpg)
Which Saws Are Best For Ripping Thick Stuff? [Video]
https://youtu.be/N_Io5q8so9E There's a lot of choice when it comes to rip saws. And unfortunately options usually just make things more complicated.So hopefully the video above will help clear up some of the confusion around which saw to reach for or at least give you...
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