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Woodworking with The Wood Whisperer

490 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 108 ratings

Learn how to design and build furniture with Marc Spagnuolo, The Wood Whisperer. Develop new skills with our video project and technique tutorials. For more information, in-depth articles, and wood shop tours, visit us at TheWoodWhisperer.com.

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Episodes

The MOST Expensive Miter Gauge on the Market | Worth it?!

April 08, 2024 12:55 Video

The new SawStop Revolution Miter Gauge is amazing, expensive, and has a couple of flaws.

A Special Surprise for my Bro! | MCM Walnut Dining Table with Curves

April 01, 2024 16:06 Video

Create a stunning Walnut Dining Table with Curves in the Mid-Century Modern style with a special surprise.

I Almost Didn’t Post This Video | Lazy Susan

March 20, 2024 14:22 Video

Avoid common mistakes when building a lazy susan. Proper planning is key to creating a functional and beautiful rotating table.

Harvey MG-36 Pro Miter Gauge: Worth the Upgrade?

February 26, 2024 16:14 Video

The Harvey MG-36 Pro is much improved over the non-pro version, but it's still plagued by a few problems.

A New Product for Rust Removal!

February 21, 2024 15:52 Video

Remove that pesky rust with Carbon Method's new Prep Kit.

Top Construction & Oil Finish | The Big Finish | Sideboard Pt 11

February 12, 2024 16:47 Video

Constructing the top and finishing the Sideboard with tung oil and citrus solvent.

Sawtooth Standards | Door Coves & Adjustable Shelves | Sideboard Pt 10

February 02, 2024 17:10 Video

Add detail to the sliding doors with a finger hold & sawtooth standards for adjustable shelves.

Dimpled Texture | Drawer Fronts | Sideboard Pt 9

January 20, 2024 16:41 Video

Don’t miss the pre-order price for Philip Morley’s Tambour Record Console course. Price goes up February 9th! These aren’t your average drawer fronts! We’ll make the front from two pieces and create an integrated pull by creating a relief where the two pieces join. We’ll also create a dimpled texture using a Carbide Burr and […]

Dovetail Jigs are Back, Baby! | Drawer Boxes | Sideboard Pt 8

January 10, 2024 15:16 Video

Time to construct the drawers. The drawer boxes will be dovetailed using a good old dovetail jig! 

Look Ma, Patinaed Copper & Live Edge | Sliding Doors | Sideboard Pt 7

January 02, 2024 16:19 Video

Sliding doors are incredibly fun to make, especially when they involve fire and copper!

The Other Dovetail | Sliding Dovetails | Sideboard Series Pt 6

December 18, 2023 16:56 Video

Cutting and finessing the sliding dovetails on our dividers. We'll also add some additional support to help prevent sag.

Dividers | Shop-Sawn Veneered Panels | Sideboard Series Pt 5

December 13, 2023 15:13 Video

Making shop-sawn veneered panels for the cabinet dividers.

Advanced Domino Action | Leg Shaping, Side Glueups and More Joinery | Sideboard Series Pt 4

December 08, 2023 14:52 Video

Adding detail to the legs, side glueups and doing some fancy stuff with the Domino.

Extra Walnut, Extra Fun! | Web Frames & Panels | Sideboard Series Pt 3

December 04, 2023 20:23 Video

The top and bottom of the main case feature solid web frames and solid wood panels.

Crotch For Days! | Side Panels & Grooves | Sideboard Series Pt 2

November 28, 2023 13:20 Video

Cutting the grooves and preparing the crotch panels for the side assemblies.

All About That Grain! | Legs and Rails | Sideboard Series Pt 1

November 22, 2023 16:00 Video

Selecting the stock and milling the legs and rails for the side assemblies.

So Much Extra! | Walnut & Copper Sideboard

November 22, 2023 15:22 Video

Making one of my most challenging projects yet, the walnut and copper sideboard.

When the Gift Box IS the Gift! | Wine Box

November 17, 2023 17:35 Video

There's really nothing like a handmade gift for the holidays. Nicole and I teamed up to make a few beautiful wine boxes featuring a finger joints and a lasered image, all in the style of a Japanese tool box.

A Feast for the Eyes! | Walk-in Dream Closet Part 2

October 13, 2023 14:59 Video

The Walk-In Dream Closet concludes with the construction of the lower chest of drawers, the upper three-door cabinet, and all of the finishing touches.

C-Channel is Overrated!

September 25, 2023 16:27 Video

C-channel is one of the most overrated concepts in woodworking.

I Could Do That Too If I Had Those Tools! | Shop Tours

September 12, 2023 12:42 Video

Community shop tours that will have you drooling.

Her Clothes Fell Off the Wall | Walk-In Dream Closet Part 1

August 21, 2023 17:17 Video

Making my wife a dream closet to replace the builder grade wire shelving.

Organize Your Kitchen Drawers!

August 07, 2023 16:26 Video

Keep your kitchen drawers organized with a simple grid made from shop scraps.

How to Fix a BAD Kitchen Cabinet Paint Job

July 24, 2023 20:22 Video

How to fix a bad kitchen cabinet paint job.

I Made the PERFECT Bench for Our Criss-Cross Table

July 10, 2023 13:21 Video

I Made the PERFECT Bench for Our Criss-Cross Dining Table

Step Aside, Rubio; The Game has Changed | Hardwax Oil Comparison

June 26, 2023 19:36 Video

A detailed comparison of the current two-component hardwax oils on the market.

Sharp & Attractive Way to Store Kitchen Knives!

June 12, 2023 13:05 Video

A great way to safely store kitchen knives, up and out of the way but also easily accessible.

Harbor Freight Bremen Parallel Clamp 4-Month Review

May 22, 2023 18:15 Video

An honest real world review of the most inexpensive parallel clamp on the market, the Harbor Freight Bremen Parallel Clamp.

Torsion Boxes Overrated? – My New BIG Assembly Table

May 11, 2023 16:51 Video

This large assembly table is a great inexpensive alternative to the long and cumbersome process of building a torsion box.

Why are we destroying a perfectly good table?!

April 17, 2023 15:16 Video

Why would be destroy a perfectly good table? To make it even better, of course!!!

The Truth about Parallel Clamps and Why They’re Hard to Review

April 03, 2023 17:20 Video

If you're in the market for parallel clamps, you should be aware of these things as a parallel clamp setup is a sizeable investment. So here's The Truth about Parallel Clamps and Why They're Hard to Review.

Beginner’s Cutting Board From the Woodworker’s Point of View!

March 20, 2023 16:02 Video

A beginner's cutting board course from the woodworker's point of view.

New (To Me) Design – Criss-Cross Table

March 06, 2023 19:17 Video

The base of this large table features a criss-cross design that does away with two of the aprons you'd find in a typical table base. I honestly wasn't sure if it would work and the only way to find out was to build one.

A Napkin Holder for My Special Lady

February 20, 2023 22:07 Video

A beautiful napkin holder made from live edge birdseye maple.

A Better Way to Apply Oil Finishes!

February 06, 2023 18:29 Video

Applying oil finishes sparingly is the key to avoiding problems with curing and other flaws in the surface.

A $35 Hand Plane?! – Q&A

January 27, 2023 16:09 Video

Thoughts on Grizzly's planes? Coping Sleds. Problem with Tung Oil Finish. Fesool Sanders 3 vs 5 Stroke How to Soundproof the Shop. What are your greatest influences? Glue for Vacuum Pressing. Filling Epoxy Gaps Is Carbon Filtration Helpful? Is CNC a novelty?

Cool Miter Clamping Trick – You’ll Want to Make This!

January 23, 2023 16:24 Video

A simple jig that will help you clamp large miter joints, such as those found in Mid-Century Modern furniture.

Step Up Your Box-Making Game | Four-Corner Grain Match

January 09, 2023 19:26 Video

Step up your box-making game by mastering the four-corner grain match!

Something New! Your Questions Answered!

January 06, 2023 16:48 Video

Router Table Suggestions, Cool Christmas gifts, Opinions on the Harvey table saw, Is CA glue accelerator a scam, Advice for a cutting board that lives outside.

Adjustable-Height Work Support | Easy Build!

December 16, 2022 18:25 Video

Build a simple adjustable-height work support.

Kill That Reverb! | DIY Acoustic Panels

December 12, 2022 20:22 Video

Simple DIY acoustic panels that pack a punch!

My First 3-Phase Tool! | Felder D 951 Planer

December 05, 2022 20:38 Video

My first 3-Phase tool requires some specialized gear to get it working.

Mobile Tool Stand- Quick & Easy!

November 23, 2022 19:18 Video

An easy to build Mobile Tool Stand made with construction lumber and basic tools.

Inspiring! | Woodworking Shop Tours

November 14, 2022 18:58 Video

A look at five inspiring shops featuring clever storage solutions and cool ideas you'll want to incorporate into your own shop.

Did I Screw Up?! | Carbon Method Update

November 07, 2022 17:49 Video

An update on the effectiveness of Carbon Method's Carbon Coat product for rust prevention in a humid climate.

Heirloom Beam Compass | Way out of my comfort zone!

October 31, 2022 18:16 Video

A shop-made beam compass that will last for generations.

The Firehouse is Finally a Shop! | Walls, Lights, & Thank YOU!

October 28, 2022 14:44 Video

The Firehouse is Finally a Shop! | Walls, Lights, & Thank YOU!

Cornhole Boards | You Can Make These Too!

October 17, 2022 14:47 Video

My take on beginner-friendly cornhole boards.

6 Tips for Better Shop Layout!

October 10, 2022 16:46 Video

Need help setting up your shop? Check out these six shop layout tips!

This Spatula Cost Me $33,000!

April 01, 2022 13:01 Video

Making your own spatula is super easy with $33k worth of tools!

Guests

Leo Laporte
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