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![Mortise and Tenon – Cutting the Tenon](https://tommymac.us/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/MortiseTenon_CuttingTenons_Step06.jpg)
Mortise and Tenon – Cutting the Tenon
The mortise and tenon is an essential joint in woodworking. It enjoys numerous variations and can be completed using a variety of techniques. The application of the mortise and tenon for frame joinery extends beyond the world of woodworking into house-building,...
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Spring Joints
A spring joint takes advantage of wood's natural flexibility. Use a spring joint when gluing board edges together to allow for the expansion and contraction of wood and to prevent cracking and separating. A spring joint is achieved by planing a curved cut into the...
![Through Dovetails 01 – Pin Layout](https://tommymac.us/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/pin_layout_7.jpg)
Through Dovetails 01 – Pin Layout
The dovetail is both a decorative mark of fine woodworking and a strong and long-lasting joint. In a through dovetail, both of the pieces go entirely through one another, leaving the joint visible on the outside. Making through dove tails begins with proper pin...
![Through Dovetails 02 – Cutting the Pins](https://tommymac.us/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/cutting_pins_05.jpg)
Through Dovetails 02 – Cutting the Pins
The dovetail is both a decorative mark of fine woodworking and a strong and long-lasting joint. In a through dovetail, both of the pieces go entirely through one another, leaving the joint visible on the outside. Once the pins have been laid out, you’ll be...
![Through Dovetails 03 – Paring the Pins](https://tommymac.us/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/pairing-the-pins3.jpg)
Through Dovetails 03 – Paring the Pins
The dovetail is both a decorative mark of fine woodworking and a strong and long-lasting joint. In a through dovetail, both of the pieces go entirely through one another, leaving the joint visible on the outside. With the pins cut, the next step is the pare them. This...
![Through Dovetails 04 – Tail Layout](https://tommymac.us/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/tail-layout31.jpg)
Through Dovetails 04 – Tail Layout
The dovetail is both a decorative mark of fine woodworking and a strong and long-lasting joint. In a through dovetail, both of the pieces go entirely through one another, leaving the joint visible on the outside. With the pins cut and paired, it’s time to move...
![Through Dovetails 05 – Cutting the Tails](https://tommymac.us/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/cutting_tails_15.jpg)
Through Dovetails 05 – Cutting the Tails
The dovetail is both a decorative mark of fine woodworking and a strong and long-lasting joint. In a through dovetail, both of the pieces go entirely through one another, leaving the joint visible on the outside. Now that the tails are laid out, it’s time to cut...
![Through Dovetails – Fitting the Tails](https://tommymac.us/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/fitting_tails2.jpg)
Through Dovetails – Fitting the Tails
The dovetail is both a decorative mark of fine woodworking and a strong and long-lasting joint. In a through dovetail, both of the pieces go entirely through one another, leaving the joint visible on the outside. With both the pins and the tails cut out, it’s time to...