I’m 60 newly retired and new to woodworking. I have realized that jigs will be my best friends for this new endeavor. You explain the making and use of these jigs easy to understand. My body and wife thank you. 😊
I can't quite pinpoint what it is about this lady. But I really like her. She is the perfect combination of competence, humility and no-nonesenseness with more than a sprinkle of brilliance. New favourite wood person.
Hello, my name is Abdullah from the State of Kuwait, and I am a carpentry enthusiast, not a professional. I watched the video and liked the method, and it was very excellent. I also liked the simple and understandable explanation. Thank you and I wish you safety and security my regards
The thin strip jig was brilliant. I've been a woodworker for 40 years, and that was the best version I've seen. And your take on the adjustable dado jig was also great. Merci!
Very easy to follow and useful jigs AND finally, a woodworker who understands that viewers don't want to hear the high pitched whine of the saw every time time you make a cut. Thank you for that small but appreciated detail.
That adjustable dado jig is awesome! I've never seen anyone make a dado jig with this design. I think woodworkers are used to adjustable jigs that use T-track, keyhole slots, or dovetail slots of some sort to create parallel adjustable rails. Your use of pivot points to create an adjustable-width slot with parallel edges is a less common technique, but it's perfect for this particular application. I also like your thin-strip jig! It feels both safer and also easier to use than some other methods for cutting thin strips.
Impressive video. I use the thin strip jig at a slight angle from 0” thick to 1/2” like a taper jig an inch and a half tall, and make killer shims out of 2x4 and 2x6 drops.
Talk about divine timing! I'm gearing up for a project that is made up of LOTS! of thin strips, and I was debating how best to cut them. I built you jig, and it worked like a champ - Thanks!!!!
The dado and keyhole jigs are coming to my shop.Great vid,and so nice to watch someone just get stuck in and make stuff without all the fluff and dramatics.Great channel
Thank you for actually linking to the tools you used. In particular, thanks for linking to the keyhole bit you used. I've watched several videos on making keyhole slots and jigs and you're the only one (so far) that I've found included that information. For those of us (new and experienced) who were looking for some exact specifications, that is extremely helpful. Thanks! 🙂
I have watched tons of YT video on woodworking for years and haven't got a clue how I missed yours until I saw your clip on mitre saw tips a few days ago, and felt I should say something. This time I feeI don't have anything more to say, because your previous admirers had said it all below. The only thing left for me to say is to thank you for making me feel good about woodworking again .🎉
Just came across your videos today for the first time and like another person pointed out, your videos are so user-friendly and accessible. Of the ones I have watched so far, I really enjoy how concise your instructions are and how you avoid wordiness and add just the right amount of humility with a wonderful down to earth attitude.
Wow! clear, concise and super informative. Very professional video & audio; a pleasure to watch. I am a 71 year old jack of all trades who watches many DIY RUclips videos. (I love to lean) Normally I don't subscribe but DIY Montreal is now my 1st & only. Will forward to my grandkids as you are also a great role model.
I am absolutely besoted with your simple but informative presentations. There are so many others but not one is at this level. Thank you indeed and keep them comming.
Sweet! I have seen these Jiggs demonstrated on RUclips before. Your approach and delivery is delightful. In your presentation its not about you, rather it's about the Jiggs. Thank you again. The dado was my favorite.
I have watched a lot of videos of other people and must say that the way you explain the way you build the likes of jigs to be the best,glad I found your site.
Some of the best user friendly jigs I’ve seen on RUclips. As a newbie woodworker I’ve watched thousands of woodworking videos to gather ideas & know how. The simplicity of that dado jig is amazing. Thanks for possibly the most useful woodworking video I’ve seen on RUclips.
Built the jig today and ran a few trial runs, works great. Cut a 1/4" & 1/8" strips. Cutting all parts tomorrow and this will speed up the process, but most important Safety. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience. By the way, my family and I were in Montreal a few weeks ago. First time, beautiful city, used the Metro to get around. Regards Ernest
I love your simple, practical, and useful jig ideas and plan to use them in my shop. 😅And your video editing is perfect. No annoying music or wasted talking. You just get to the point clearly and concisely. Much appreciated.
Those are all great jigs, Marie. I've seen the thin strip jig before but not with your added safety feature. I think that's my favorite one. (no hexagons? lol) Bill
I love your simple, precise and concise explanations of the steps you take to complete each task. But most of all, I love the fact that you do this in an un-pretentious manner. I am definitely a fan of your posts. Brava
Thank You! Thin strip, dado, vertical cutting and key hole jigs are what I need to make. l have an old Delta table saw, back when riving knives were not a thing. I always look for safer ways to cut other than my table saw sled. Thanks again.
Thanks for another super useful video, Marie. As others have pointed out, that dado jig is pure genius in its simplicity and versatility. I so appreciate the clarity and accessibility of your videos. You're a natural teacher.
I have the same Bosch miter saw and notices the "hood" you built for it. Do you have plans for it? Bought your polygon plans and have built it. Working very nicely!!
Very impressive. I’m 71 a self taught woodworker. Thank You for your clear explanation of everything you did. Liked the fact that you didn’t use background music. Your jigs and tips are fairly simple which makes them better for all levels of woodworkers. Your narrative was clear and straight to the point. 1st watch and I am subscribing. Greetings from Maine
Your suggested "jig" for cutting thin/narrow strips is definitely the best by far!!! I am using such jig to create the runners for table saw crosscut sleds, as well as to create my own "MATCHFIT Track Hardware" with 14 degree bevels. (This time, using 8mm thick MDF sheet) Thank you for your great idea!
19:00 Instead of removing and repositioning the strip 3/4" lower, just add another 3/4" strip below the permanent one. You can use various different thickness strips to get your desired results.
I will definitely make the dado jig - very straight forward design and way easier to build than most of the other I have seen on RUclips. Thanks for sharing!
I spent most of today watching a list of random videos on assorted things to do in my workshop, and yours was the best! Every one of your jigs is now on my To-do List for making my tiny workshop work better. Thanks!
Marie, I’ve watched so many woodworking videos but have never left a comment. Having just come across yours I felt compelled to leave a comment to say thank you. Such good clear content, and as others have said no stupid added video clips that are just distracting.
I just subscribed based on this one video. Some of the best ideas I’ve seen yet. Looking forward to seeing more. Thank you I also wanted to share something I accidentally realized the other day. On occasion we have to pick up a bunch of nuts and bolts or other pieces of metal. A tedious task at best. Take a magnetic metal dish that people use to hold nuts and bolts while working on a project. Separate the dish from the magnet. Put the dish over the pieces of metal you want to pick up. Place the magnet over the dish and pick up the pieces. Just separate the dish from the magnet and the metal will fall off into your receptacle.
Thank you. Overall-best build-your-own circular saw guide I've seen to date, with the two edges, no need to measure offsets when using, and easy to clamp without deep-jaw clamps.
Thank you for a very simply explained, and understandable tutorial. Of the many sites I have visited yours is the very best. You are a great teacher because you are a communicator.
I'm not a woodworker, but in time I'd like to acquire some of these power tools. As a complete novice, your videos are helpful because they are simple enough for me to understand, but also introduce me to techniques and safety concerns I wouldn't be thinking about. Thanks for sharing your experience here on youtube!
I thought all the jigs were great. I've seen variations elsewhere on most of them but you explained very easily how to make them. Thank you. Keep producing content. I like the pace you presented things at.
I have been researching to start my own workshop and I have to say you are just amazing, every detail I see in your videos is new, safe and very handy. Thank you
Very Good explanations! I was wondering how I wanted to rip some thin strips just last month. I've covered the topic numerous times, but with busiy life, I forget what I prefer, when....Thank you so very much for your visiting these jigs in a great depth in detail. Bravo!!
Marie... that dado jig idea is genius. Not sure why it never occurred to me though I'm greatful to you for sharing it. Keep it up. We're counting on you.
Like your dado jig. Been using saw guides like this for decades. Only thing I’d add is use thinner plywood for the base so you don’t give up depth of cut. With 1/4” base you can rip 2x parallel or tapered.
Really like the thin strip jig! You cut 1/8" thin strips and that cuts a slot on the back piece. If you wanted to cut say 1/4" thin strips, or multiple thickness strips, would you need to replace that back piece each time?
I don’t have any woodworking tools and I don’t have a workshop but I find this video so satisfying to watch. I can understand all the steps so easily. I especially want to try the dado jig.. such a perfect fit at the end. My OCD inner self is so happy to see that 😆
The dado jig is simple and brilliant. I've been a woodworker longer than I care to admit to. I've concluded that you and your idea are PDA ( pretty darn awesome ). Thanks for sharing your ideas.
I really like the Thin strip jig and the Vertical cutting jig. The Vertical one will come in handy because I was asked to make a American flag frame and it calls for a 66 degree cut and this looks like the best way to do it. Thanks for the ideas and I will keep watching for more great stuff. God Bless you and keep you safe
Kudos for the video and for the brilliant thin strip jig. All I own is a tablesaw and a coumpound saw to make cutting boards with. Maybe someday a jointer and planer will be in my budget but not now. This thin strip gig now replaces a half a dozen I made prior that will not be used anymore. Thanks again for sharing this.
Enjoyed the video and your instruction style. Clean and simple. The dado jig was genius. Thanks. I was less enthusiastic about the thin strip jig, however. You never showed how you consistently reset the fence after each cut. Unless I missed something, it relies on repeatedly sliding the jig again the blade with exactly the same pressure, time after time. I will not be able to do that precisely. I doubt most people could. Thanks.
OK. I went back and watched again and now see what you mean. Your right, no fence reset. Thanks for explaining. I think you'd need some downward pressure to the top of the board you're ripping to make sure it didn't move out from under the jig, toward the blade. Putting pressure on the side of the board, after it passes the edge of the blade, is a no no.
Wow!!! Sounds like you've impressed men who know their carpentry!! Good for you!! I'm pretty new at woodworking so I appreciate easy simple tips and yours are just that!! I just found you and I will be watching the rest of your videos. Great job!!!
That dado jig is brilliant! I'll make that one for sure. Other ones I've seen are way more complicated and some require a specific bushing/bit/router setup to work. This one's universal! One addition could be a piece on one of the long parts at a 90° angle, so that you can butt it up against the workpiece and get it square that way. If you add a fence to one of the long parts, you could also use it with a bushing to make mortices!
Sometimes I’m more impressed with the jigs wood and metal workers make l than the work that will be created with them. There’s a problem and you solve it with simplicity and accuracy/ precision
I wanted to say thanks. I have been cutting Dados on my table saw with a decent amount of success, although the grooves are never perfect. I am building a cabinet 46" high and 24" deep and I was not thrilled about using the table saw in a crosscut fashion, so I built your dado jig. Holy $#%$#! It works perfectly! Dare I say idiot proof? Thanks. Enjoy watching you and wish you all of the success!
Thank you ! This vid is so inspiring❗️I’m 50+ old lady yay starting woodworking as a hobby. I have not bought many tops . The router is so intimidating. With the jig you made - you Mae it loo simple. I’m going to order one. Thanks again- I just subscribed t your channel.
Love the dado jig and the thin strip jig. Need to make them soon!! I made one of the circular saw jigs in 2014. I wrote the date on it and still use it! Thanks for the great videos you put out!!
I am really enjoying your style here, an easy voice to listen to, and a concise teaching style letting me see the pitfalls you are avoiding as you go. Humble. I find American men's videos have a style I enjoy much less. So for perfection, can I also get your measurements in metric please? I can't add all those fractions (dyslexia) and millimetres are so simple for that. I was very pleased when the UK went metric in the 70s. School became possible at last. No idea what 23 30 seconds is, though I understand the principle as we have the same issues in metric - too big/too small, so your visuals with the gauge are very helpful. Thanks!
I very much liked the jigs especially appreciate seeing how you use them. I saw your clump one over the corner of the bench which I wouldn’t have necessarily thought of but now I’ve seen it makes sense. Thanks for not just making them but demonstrating them.
The dado jig was brilliant, and I love the thin rip jig. I can see myself building all of these... Eventually. I just inherited a rather rot stricken shed which will be my new shop!! So excited but I've lots of framing, sheeting, flooring, insulating, window installing... You get the picture. It's gonna be a thing of beauty- this is what I do for a living (home improvement) so doing it for myself, for a change, is just awesome!! Keep the videos coming! Subscribed!
The kinematics of the dado jig are pretty neat, that's way quicker to make than the usual slots. I might make that as needed and then put the pieces back in the scrap pile (for lack of space); I wouldn't do that if I had spent a lot of time making a more elaborate jig. Thanks for sharing!
Your thin strip jig is really an elegant solution. And I've gone through a half-dozen versions of the same type circular saw guide (started at 10 and now I'm going on 70), so this section was old home week for me. I do dados either with a blade stack or (usually) hand tools. The infernal screech machine (electric router) pretty much stays on the shelf. Your tenoning jig is perfect! NOTE TO NEWBIES: This woman is the real deal! This old wood geezer just subscribed.
I need to make more jigs. Just to touch on that circular saw one, I made a 8ft one for cutting up sheet goods. Man-o-man it's more handy than a shirt with a pocket!!
A group of several simple and useful jigs - thank you! Of course, I don't have a table saw, so I will be adapting some as needed for my 45+ year old radial arm saw.
Marie, thank you for another wonderful video. The Dado jig and Keyhole jig look really useful, I’ll be ordering a keyhole bit now. Ken from Southport UK
I’m 60 newly retired and new to woodworking. I have realized that jigs will be my best friends for this new endeavor. You explain the making and use of these jigs easy to understand. My body and wife thank you. 😊
Your video is exactly what a video should be. Very straight to the point, simple and no silly, stupid jokes. Keep the videos coming. EXCELLENT!
I. don't mind silly jokes.
I can't quite pinpoint what it is about this lady. But I really like her. She is the perfect combination of competence, humility and no-nonesenseness with more than a sprinkle of brilliance. New favourite wood person.
You’re an amazing communicator, carpenter, videographer. It’s all clear, clean and inspiring.
I truly agree, again thank ya most kindly for your time n effort to make these videos
Hello, my name is Abdullah from the State of Kuwait, and I am a carpentry enthusiast, not a professional. I watched the video and liked the method, and it was very excellent. I also liked the simple and understandable explanation.
Thank you and I wish you safety and security
my regards
My hands and my family thank you for the thin strip jig. I’m going to make this as soon as I use my table saw next time!
The thin strip jig was brilliant. I've been a woodworker for 40 years, and that was the best version I've seen. And your take on the adjustable dado jig was also great. Merci!
Sounds like a true 'next level' project... kudos for working to do it right! And thank you for letting me know with a follow up message.
Very easy to follow and useful jigs AND finally, a woodworker who understands that viewers don't want to hear the high pitched whine of the saw every time time you make a cut. Thank you for that small but appreciated detail.
Glad to see you measuring the wider side of the base plate, makes cutting straight square cuts easy.
That adjustable dado jig is awesome! I've never seen anyone make a dado jig with this design. I think woodworkers are used to adjustable jigs that use T-track, keyhole slots, or dovetail slots of some sort to create parallel adjustable rails. Your use of pivot points to create an adjustable-width slot with parallel edges is a less common technique, but it's perfect for this particular application.
I also like your thin-strip jig! It feels both safer and also easier to use than some other methods for cutting thin strips.
Thanks! It feels awesome to be able to improve on designs you've seen and actually have it work out ;)
It's even easier to buy the undersize router bits made for plywood
@@jimhammell187 .... very constructive comment there, Jimbo...
Impressive video. I use the thin strip jig at a slight angle from 0” thick to 1/2” like a taper jig an inch and a half tall, and make killer shims out of 2x4 and 2x6 drops.
Talk about divine timing! I'm gearing up for a project that is made up of LOTS! of thin strips, and I was debating how best to cut them. I built you jig, and it worked like a champ - Thanks!!!!
The dado and keyhole jigs are coming to my shop.Great vid,and so nice to watch someone just get stuck in and make stuff without all the fluff and dramatics.Great channel
Thanks, appreciate it!
Thank you for actually linking to the tools you used. In particular, thanks for linking to the keyhole bit you used. I've watched several videos on making keyhole slots and jigs and you're the only one (so far) that I've found included that information. For those of us (new and experienced) who were looking for some exact specifications, that is extremely helpful. Thanks! 🙂
I have watched tons of YT video on woodworking for years and haven't got a clue how I missed yours until I saw your clip on mitre saw tips a few days ago, and felt I should say something.
This time I feeI don't have anything more to say, because your previous admirers had said it all below. The only thing left for me to say is to thank you for making me feel good about woodworking again .🎉
The dado jig & the one jig for cutting the thin strips on the table saw. Very cool. Thank you
Just came across your videos today for the first time and like another person pointed out, your videos are so user-friendly and accessible. Of the ones I have watched so far, I really enjoy how concise your instructions are and how you avoid wordiness and add just the right amount of humility with a wonderful down to earth attitude.
Just found you as well, and couldn’t agree with this viewer more. Great work! Subscribed.
Thank you! Appreciate the positive feedback and the kind words :)
Wow! clear, concise and super informative. Very professional video & audio; a pleasure to watch. I am a 71 year old jack of all trades who watches many DIY RUclips videos. (I love to lean) Normally I don't subscribe but DIY Montreal is now my 1st & only. Will forward to my grandkids as you are also a great role model.
Marie, the dado jig is excellent. I will try this when I am ready to make some dado's. Thanks for the tips.
Glad you liked it
Great jigs! The Vertical and keyhole jigs will be the first two I’ll build….Thanks!
I am absolutely besoted with your simple but informative presentations. There are so many others but not one is at this level. Thank you indeed and keep them comming.
This lady is a fantastic witch that makes woodworking miracles with speech. Special thanks for your jigs.
The keyhole slot jig is my favorite. It will be great for making keyhole for half mortise lock mechanisms.
Sweet! I have seen these Jiggs demonstrated on RUclips before. Your approach and delivery is delightful. In your presentation its not about you, rather it's about the Jiggs. Thank you again. The dado was my favorite.
Love the flathead screw reference! Drew would be proud.
I have watched a lot of videos of other people and must say that the way you explain the way you build the likes of jigs to be the best,glad I found your site.
Some of the best user friendly jigs I’ve seen on RUclips. As a newbie woodworker I’ve watched thousands of woodworking videos to gather ideas & know how. The simplicity of that dado jig is amazing. Thanks for possibly the most useful woodworking video I’ve seen on RUclips.
Built the jig today and ran a few trial runs, works great. Cut a 1/4" & 1/8" strips. Cutting all parts tomorrow and this will speed up the process, but most important Safety. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience. By the way, my family and I were in Montreal a few weeks ago. First time, beautiful city, used the Metro to get around. Regards Ernest
Marie, just watched this video and I must say that you make it very simple for anyone to understand...Cheers!
Good stuff. thank you. Spend more time watching videos than doing stuff but when I take the tarp off of my workbench I will be ready using your ideas.
I love your simple, practical, and useful jig ideas and plan to use them in my shop. 😅And your video editing is perfect. No annoying music or wasted talking. You just get to the point clearly and concisely. Much appreciated.
Those are all great jigs, Marie. I've seen the thin strip jig before but not with your added safety feature. I think that's my favorite one. (no hexagons? lol)
Bill
Can't always have Hexagons, Bill! ;)
I love your simple, precise and concise explanations of the steps you take to complete each task. But most of all, I love the fact that you do this in an un-pretentious manner. I am definitely a fan of your posts. Brava
Thank You! Thin strip, dado, vertical cutting and key hole jigs are what I need to make. l have an old Delta table saw, back when riving knives were not a thing. I always look for safer ways to cut other than my table saw sled. Thanks again.
My pleasure! Safer is always better in my book.
Thanks for another super useful video, Marie. As others have pointed out, that dado jig is pure genius in its simplicity and versatility. I so appreciate the clarity and accessibility of your videos. You're a natural teacher.
The strip and dado jigs are sweet. Have been passively considering a dado jig almost exactly like yours but I think I'll build yours.
Awesome!
I have the same Bosch miter saw and notices the "hood" you built for it. Do you have plans for it? Bought your polygon plans and have built it. Working very nicely!!
Handy jigs Marie. It's a serious art form working in a compact space. A reality for a lot of folks. Good job.
Very impressive. I’m 71 a self taught woodworker. Thank You for your clear explanation of everything you did. Liked the fact that you didn’t use background music. Your jigs and tips are fairly simple which makes them better for all levels of woodworkers. Your narrative was clear and straight to the point. 1st watch and I am subscribing. Greetings from Maine
Howdy neighbor! From NH.
Your suggested "jig" for cutting thin/narrow strips is definitely the best by far!!!
I am using such jig to create the runners for table saw crosscut sleds, as well as to create my own "MATCHFIT Track Hardware" with 14 degree bevels. (This time, using 8mm thick MDF sheet)
Thank you for your great idea!
19:00 Instead of removing and repositioning the strip 3/4" lower, just add another 3/4" strip below the permanent one. You can use various different thickness strips to get your desired results.
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Yup. I was gonna say that. You beat me to it by 10 months.
this is like Christmas Day for jigs. i will try the thin strips and dado jigs. thank you
Enjoy!
Thanks!
Thanks!!
Great work! Just picked up a table saw, last year all my gear was stolen so happy to get things going again. Videos like yours will be big help.
I will definitely make the dado jig - very straight forward design and way easier to build than most of the other I have seen on RUclips. Thanks for sharing!
I spent most of today watching a list of random videos on assorted things to do in my workshop, and yours was the best! Every one of your jigs is now on my To-do List for making my tiny workshop work better. Thanks!
Good one, Marie. Well, five good ones. Some I already use, but some are new to me, and they look useful.
Amazing!!!!! You're the first person that I have watched that I didn't fall asleep watching. Great job. Keep up the great work.
You're a Genius. Seriously, that dado jig was next level, off the chain, genius.
Marie, I’ve watched so many woodworking videos but have never left a comment. Having just come across yours I felt compelled to leave a comment to say thank you. Such good clear content, and as others have said no stupid added video clips that are just distracting.
You are wonderful. I have had bad experiences with kickback in several industries. I am very glad for sombody to help me work smarter.
I've watched several videos on building jigs, I have to say these are the most useful I've seen.
Great job!
Very new woodworker here….wow, this is amazing! There are 2 I will be building in the next week
I just subscribed based on this one video. Some of the best ideas I’ve seen yet. Looking forward to seeing more. Thank you
I also wanted to share something I accidentally realized the other day. On occasion we have to pick up a bunch of nuts and bolts or other pieces of metal. A tedious task at best.
Take a magnetic metal dish that people use to hold nuts and bolts while working on a project. Separate the dish from the magnet. Put the dish over the pieces of metal you want to pick up.
Place the magnet over the dish and pick up the pieces. Just separate the dish from the magnet and the metal will fall off into your receptacle.
This was awesome! I'm a notorious cheapskate and always looking for ways to make my own jigs and tools. Thanks for this, I just subscribed.
Thank you. Overall-best build-your-own circular saw guide I've seen to date, with the two edges, no need to measure offsets when using, and easy to clamp without deep-jaw clamps.
Thank you for a very simply explained, and understandable tutorial. Of the many sites I have visited yours is the very best. You are a great teacher because you are a communicator.
I'm not a woodworker, but in time I'd like to acquire some of these power tools. As a complete novice, your videos are helpful because they are simple enough for me to understand, but also introduce me to techniques and safety concerns I wouldn't be thinking about. Thanks for sharing your experience here on youtube!
I thought all the jigs were great. I've seen variations elsewhere on most of them but you explained very easily how to make them. Thank you. Keep producing content. I like the pace you presented things at.
I have been researching to start my own workshop and I have to say you are just amazing, every detail I see in your videos is new, safe and very handy. Thank you
Very Good explanations! I was wondering how I wanted to rip some thin strips just last month. I've covered the topic numerous times, but with busiy life, I forget what I prefer, when....Thank you so very much for your visiting these jigs in a great depth in detail. Bravo!!
Marie... that dado jig idea is genius. Not sure why it never occurred to me though I'm greatful to you for sharing it. Keep it up. We're counting on you.
Like your dado jig. Been using saw guides like this for decades. Only thing I’d add is use thinner plywood for the base so you don’t give up depth of cut. With 1/4” base you can rip 2x parallel or tapered.
Such a helpful video!! You explained everything in such a way that I FINALLY feel I truly understand how to make these. Thank you!
Really like the thin strip jig! You cut 1/8" thin strips and that cuts a slot on the back piece. If you wanted to cut say 1/4" thin strips, or multiple thickness strips, would you need to replace that back piece each time?
Wow, that thin rip jig is so good! Simple to make, and perfectly effective.
I've seen variations of a few of these; but yours seem more strait forward. Respect for the quality content.
I don’t have any woodworking tools and I don’t have a workshop but I find this video so satisfying to watch. I can understand all the steps so easily. I especially want to try the dado jig.. such a perfect fit at the end. My OCD inner self is so happy to see that 😆
The dado jig is simple and brilliant. I've been a woodworker longer than I care to admit to. I've concluded that you and your idea are PDA ( pretty darn awesome ). Thanks for sharing your ideas.
I love the thin strip jig …. I hate cutting them and I feel this jig is going to make cutting them safer … cheers
Awesome video thank you for sharing. Stay warm, safe, happy and healthy. From Henrico County Virginia
Thanks, same to you
Came across you Chanel now and what a great time I had. Learned “Simple but very efficient “.
Thanks
I really like the Thin strip jig and the Vertical cutting jig. The Vertical one will come in handy because I was asked to make a American flag frame and it calls for a 66 degree cut and this looks like the best way to do it. Thanks for the ideas and I will keep watching for more great stuff. God Bless you and keep you safe
Great video. Useful, quick, and inexpensive jigs. I appreciate how clear and concise your instructions are.
Great video. Super useful jigs. There's a reason why pros use jigs, templates and clamps. Precision. Mahalo for sharing! 🙂🙏
Thanks!
Kudos for the video and for the brilliant thin strip jig. All I own is a tablesaw and a coumpound saw to make cutting boards with. Maybe someday a jointer and planer will be in my budget but not now. This thin strip gig now replaces a half a dozen I made prior that will not be used anymore. Thanks again for sharing this.
Enjoyed the video and your instruction style. Clean and simple.
The dado jig was genius. Thanks.
I was less enthusiastic about the thin strip jig, however. You never showed how you consistently reset the fence after each cut. Unless I missed something, it relies on repeatedly sliding the jig again the blade with exactly the same pressure, time after time. I will not be able to do that precisely. I doubt most people could.
Thanks.
The beauty of the thin rip jig is that you don't need to reset the fence. The piece that gets cut is between the blade and the jig.
OK. I went back and watched again and now see what you mean. Your right, no fence reset. Thanks for explaining.
I think you'd need some downward pressure to the top of the board you're ripping to make sure it didn't move out from under the jig, toward the blade. Putting pressure on the side of the board, after it passes the edge of the blade, is a no no.
Wow!!! Sounds like you've impressed men who know their carpentry!! Good for you!! I'm pretty new at woodworking so I appreciate easy simple tips and yours are just that!! I just found you and I will be watching the rest of your videos. Great job!!!
That dado jig is brilliant! I'll make that one for sure. Other ones I've seen are way more complicated and some require a specific bushing/bit/router setup to work. This one's universal!
One addition could be a piece on one of the long parts at a 90° angle, so that you can butt it up against the workpiece and get it square that way.
If you add a fence to one of the long parts, you could also use it with a bushing to make mortices!
Love your videos! Straight forward and direct to the point, no corny jokes and unnecessary small talks-wasting my time... 😆
Sometimes I’m more impressed with the jigs wood and metal workers make l than the work that will be created with them.
There’s a problem and you solve it with simplicity and accuracy/ precision
Thank you. Really helpful. I'll save and watch again when I'm stuck!
I wanted to say thanks. I have been cutting Dados on my table saw with a decent amount of success, although the grooves are never perfect. I am building a cabinet 46" high and 24" deep and I was not thrilled about using the table saw in a crosscut fashion, so I built your dado jig. Holy $#%$#! It works perfectly! Dare I say idiot proof? Thanks. Enjoy watching you and wish you all of the success!
Thank you ! This vid is so inspiring❗️I’m 50+ old lady yay starting woodworking as a hobby. I have not bought many tops . The router is so intimidating. With the jig you made - you Mae it loo simple. I’m going to order one. Thanks again- I just subscribed t your channel.
Love the dado jig and the thin strip jig. Need to make them soon!! I made one of the circular saw jigs in 2014. I wrote the date on it and still use it! Thanks for the great videos you put out!!
I am really enjoying your style here, an easy voice to listen to, and a concise teaching style letting me see the pitfalls you are avoiding as you go. Humble. I find American men's videos have a style I enjoy much less. So for perfection, can I also get your measurements in metric please? I can't add all those fractions (dyslexia) and millimetres are so simple for that. I was very pleased when the UK went metric in the 70s. School became possible at last. No idea what 23 30 seconds is, though I understand the principle as we have the same issues in metric - too big/too small, so your visuals with the gauge are very helpful. Thanks!
Really fantastic jigs, Marie! Thanks a bunch for all the tips! 😃
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Thank you! You too!
I very much liked the jigs especially appreciate seeing how you use them. I saw your clump one over the corner of the bench which I wouldn’t have necessarily thought of but now I’ve seen it makes sense. Thanks for not just making them but demonstrating them.
You teaching and explaining level is so high it's got to be among the top 3 of all on RUclips. I couldn't subscribe fast enough.
Excelentes ideas y consejos, de hecho aprendí cosas nuevas, Gracias y saludos desde Caracas, Venezuela.
Not sure I can pick a favorite... they're all good! Great stuff; thank you for sharing these tips!
The dado jig was brilliant, and I love the thin rip jig. I can see myself building all of these... Eventually. I just inherited a rather rot stricken shed which will be my new shop!! So excited but I've lots of framing, sheeting, flooring, insulating, window installing... You get the picture. It's gonna be a thing of beauty- this is what I do for a living (home improvement) so doing it for myself, for a change, is just awesome!! Keep the videos coming! Subscribed!
These jigs are great. Thanks so much for taking the time to make the video. I'm anxious to view your other videos
The kinematics of the dado jig are pretty neat, that's way quicker to make than the usual slots. I might make that as needed and then put the pieces back in the scrap pile (for lack of space); I wouldn't do that if I had spent a lot of time making a more elaborate jig. Thanks for sharing!
Doing my best to keep them simple! It's so easy to get caught up and create a masterpiece for every jig, but simple is better in my book!
Your thin strip jig is really an elegant solution. And I've gone through a half-dozen versions of the same type circular saw guide (started at 10 and now I'm going on 70), so this section was old home week for me. I do dados either with a blade stack or (usually) hand tools. The infernal screech machine (electric router) pretty much stays on the shelf. Your tenoning jig is perfect!
NOTE TO NEWBIES: This woman is the real deal! This old wood geezer just subscribed.
Thanks for the newbie tip. This is the first video of hers I've seen. I'm gonna subscribe, too. 😊
Awesome skills. I have Sooooooo much to learn. Thank you for taking the time to explain your methods!
I need to make more jigs. Just to touch on that circular saw one, I made a 8ft one for cutting up sheet goods. Man-o-man it's more handy than a shirt with a pocket!!
I just wanted to thank you for this video. I was looking for a keyhole jig and this was very helpful and informative.
A group of several simple and useful jigs - thank you! Of course, I don't have a table saw, so I will be adapting some as needed for my 45+ year old radial arm saw.
Marie, thank you for another wonderful video. The Dado jig and Keyhole jig look really useful, I’ll be ordering a keyhole bit now.
Ken from Southport UK
I like that 'thin strip' jig. It's been awhile since I made any jigs, so I made this one. Works great for ripping scrap for making small crates.