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Nov 10, 20213 min read

Make An Easy Adjustable Circle Cutting Jig

I show how to make an easy adjustable Circle cutting jig. Having a something that you can cut round profiles with in your shop is...

Apr 26, 20213 min read

TOP 5 TOOLS Under $10 I Use In My Shop Everyday

There are certain tools I use everyday in my wood shop, and some of them don't cost more than $10

Feb 11, 20211 min read

The Best DIY Garage Storage Solution

Because we live in a town home, storage space is hard t come by. In the shop we’ve used these shelves to store odds and ends, but it’s...

Jan 27, 20212 min read

How To Create A Cheap Cyclone Dust Separator

I’ve had this really cool green metal bin floating around my shop for years and I just haven’t found the right use for it . At first...

Jan 10, 20215 min read

How To Setup An Efficient Dust Collection System

For the past few years, dust collection, or rather the lack of dust collection has been a really big problem in my shop. My work horse...

Mar 19, 20206 min read

Must Have Tools For The Beginning Woodworker

Learn what tools are most important for a beginning woodworker. Being a maker doesn't have to make you poor.

Feb 13, 20204 min read

2x4 Dog Hole Workbench (The Poor Man's Guide)

Learn how to create a functions workbench out of 2x4's. Oh, and it moves for easily for the builder with a "poor" amount of space. Check it

Feb 9, 20209 min read

The Ultimate Flip Top Miter Saw Stand Part 1

Welcome to the Poor Man's Workshop blog! The blog dedicated to the builder on a budget. Sometimes a "poor" amount of space and tools can...