Rough Cut - Woodworking with Tommy Mac - Tips and Techniques
Summary: Rough Cut - Woodworking with Tommy Mac invites viewers into the workshop of Boston native and fine furniture maker Thomas J. MacDonald, a graduate of the famed Boston-based North Bennet Street School. The show follows Tommy as he travels to historical American landmarks to gain design inspiration, then returns to his workshop to demonstrate the steps and techniques it takes to create comprehensive woodworking projects. In these short clips Tommy shares his skills, best practices, tips and techniques giving the opportunity for anyone with an interest in woodworking, novice to advanced, to learn and excel at the craft.
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- Artist: Thomas J. MacDonald
- Copyright: Content copyright ©2011 by WGBH Educational Foundation and Thomas J. MacDonald
Podcasts:
Hand Routers - Flush Cutting - Season 03
Chop Saw - Season 03
Cutting Rabbets - Season 03
Band Saw - Season 03
Building a Mitre
Tommy talks about his favorite tool, the workbench!
Tommy gives an overview of his "turning center" which includes lathes for pen turnings to lamp posts!
Tommy talks about one of the busiest tools in the shop.
The table saw is one of Tommy's favorite tools! His setup is sweet!
Dust collection is serious business. No kidding!
Tommy reviews his collection of carving tools.
Understanding the band saw and it's correct usage.
A good saw is music to Tommy's ears!
Tips and tricks for sharpening chisels. Tommy also discusses various types of chisels and what they are made of.
Getting your hand planes razor sharp.
