Woodworking news and tips

Issue #215 -- January/February 2026



The Joy of Creating Something With Your Own Hands

Woodworking does not have to be done in a hurry. The joy of creating something useful from wood with your hands is an experience to be savored. There is even evidence that the time you spend woodworking can be beneficial for your health.

Here's how that works





Nick Offerman's Latest New Book
Little Woodchucks

Read Norm Reid's glowing review of Nick's most recent new work, a fun-to-read book that is destined to attract countless kids to the craft of woodworking. Twelve detailed project plans are included. (Some adult participation is recommended).

Read the Review



Found some money? Put those gift cards to work!


Did you find a Highland Woodworking gift card tucked away during the holiday rush? Now that the decorations are down, and the weather cool, it’s the perfect time to claim that tool you’ve had your eye on. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your bench plane or finally dive into a new carving project, those old gift cards are burning a hole in your shop apron! Not sure what’s left on your card? Just email a quick note to giftcards@highlandwoodworking.com and our team will look up your balance for you.


2025 Spring/Summer Catalog


Designing and Building My Last Shop


Michael Smith of Mountain Park, GA had a long career as a high school shop teacher. He knows a thing or two about woodworking shops. Here is the fifth of a 10-part series he wrote for Wood News on designing and building what he calls "My Last Shop".




Listen to Splinters - Gary Rogowski's Podcast


Listen to Gary's latest chat from our education partner, the Northwest Woodworking Studio.




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