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Woodworking Top 10 lists

When exploring a topic, use our Top 10 lists to get some expert ideas.

Top 10 tools for adding curves to your work

Straight lines are relatively easy to create in a shop setting. Curves are more of a challenge to produce, though they can add a lot to the overall look of a project. Learn about some of the tools used to lay out and cut curves in a workshop so you can add them to your next project with confidence.
Top 10 Tools to Teach Your Kids to Use

If your kids show a desire to learn about the tools in your shop, it’s a great idea to get them involved. Not only will they learn about tools and how to use them, but it will only strengthen the bond between you and your kids. Obviously safety is a big part of the instruction, no matter which tool they’re learning about.
Top 10 Small Shop Finishing Tips

With the right approach, applying a gorgeous finish isn’t that hard. These 10 finishing tips will get you started in the right direction.
Top 10 Shop Storage Hacks

Bring these household items into your shop to increase your storage options and get organized like you never thought possible.
Top 10 hand tools for a machine enthusiast

You can divide woodworkers into two camps: hand tool lovers and machine enthusiasts. If you’re in the latter camp, consider boosting your speed, quality and accuracy with these 10 hand tools.
Top 10 Safety Items That Belong in Every Shop

Woodworking is a lot of fun, as long as you don’t hurt yourself. We list ten of the most important safety items that should be readily at-hand your shop.
Top 10 drilling accessories

Creating holes is simple…as long as you have the right tools. With so many types of boring implements on the market, which ones should you have in your shop? This list takes care of almost every single boring operation I need to do.
Top 10 Router Table Safety Tips

Router tables are versatile workhorses but, as with all machines, require great respect and care. Learn what their limitations are and you will find router tables helpful and enjoyable.
Top 10 metal fasteners for woodworking

There are dozens out there, but some are crucial to have on hand, while others are in the ‘nice to have’ category. Make sure you have the following items in your shop at all times.
Top 10 articles

Continuing our 100th issue celebration, we also want to showcase our 10 most read non-project articles to date. From finishing to hand tools, education to wood movement, there is something here for every woodworker.
Top 10 project articles

As this is CW&HI’s 100th issue, we are showcasing our 10 most read projects to date. You can view these projects on our website by simply searching the name of the article. Subscribers can access all links directly, via their digital issue.
Top 10 make your home winter-ready

Now is the time to make your home ready for the cold season. Attend to one of these tips each week and by early December you’ll have the upper hand over ornery Mr. Winter.
Top 10 Items You Didn’t Know Were Great Woodworking Tools

When making a tool list, we never forget the classics – chisels and hand planes, table saws and routers. What we do tend to overlook are all those little things that make our time in the shop more productive and enjoyable. Some of those items you likely have around the house, but never considered taking them into the shop.
Top 10 layout tools for a small shop

Assuming you already have a mechanical pencil, a tape measure and a 6″ rule (you do, don’t you?), these 10 items will provide decades of accurate, flexible layout in a small shop setting.
Top 10 router bits

There are literally hundreds of options when it comes to choosing which router bits to buy. Everyone has their own preferences, in terms of style, process and function, but this list will take you pretty far.