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




Hand Cut Dovetail Starter Kit

Hand Cut Dovetail Starter Kit


Our Hand Cut Dovetail Starter Kit provides all the tools you need to begin creating beautiful and accurate dovetails. How-to videos and written instructions are included. For the rest of the month of January 2026, purchase the Starter Kit for $40 less than the cost of buying these tools separately.

SAVE thru the end of January 2026





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




Ramia Clever Worktop
Portable Workbench

Ramia's Clever Worktop is a high quality and easily portable worktop made of laminated beech wood. It has a vise and 4 bench dogs that guarantee firm and stable clamping. Designed to attach to any sturdy table for do-it-yourselfers who do not have a workshop at their disposal.

SAVE 26% thru January 2026




Ramia Monster 2100 Workbench
Complete Package

Weighing over 200 lbs., Ramia's Premium Monster 2100 is built to serve professional woodworkers and is designed for large workshops.

SAVE $300 thru January 2026




Fisch Black Shark Premium Forstner Bits

Fisch Black Shark Forstner bits are forged and CNC machined with wavy edges for durability and precision. Black Shark bits cut true, splinter free holes in soft and hard woods at while reducing heat to prolong tool life. The premium tool steel in these bits will cut more than 3.5 times as many holes as standard forstner bits and it can be sharpened up to 30 times.

Set of 7 - SAVE 30%

Set of 16 - SAVE 28%




New RIKON 10-1414 14-inch Bandsaw

Rikon's new third generation 14" bandsaw now features 14" resaw capacity, as well as a new quick adjust drift fence, improved blade tension system and both 2-1/2" and 4" dust ports. Of particular note is its new Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty.

SAVE $100 thru End of January 2026



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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