Issue 439
Issue 439
We Caused Some Buzz
The July/August issue of our print magazine is out and causing a bit of a stir. For those of you who don’t get the print magazine (heaven forbid!), our cover story is about a beehive that you can build and then host in your own backyard. (Check your local regulations.) When we came up with the idea, I was really excited about it — and when we found a great partner, backyardhive.com, I became even more jazzed. But what has really made me happy is how many of our readers are already building their own hives — the project turned out to be a big hit!
There are some important reasons to support pollinators in our world (they are in trouble), so for that reason I am happy that this project may be helping out just a bit. If you are not a subscriber to the magazine, but want to check out the beehive article, you can get a copy of the magazine here.
The beehive can be built out of any wood you choose, except cedar; we used fir. It is a totally sweet project … in so many ways.
Rob Johnstone, Woodworker’s Journal
Industry Interviews
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Jantz Supply Celebrates 50 Years of Knife-making Service
Family-owned and operated, Jantz Supply shares its history.
Tricks of the Trade
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Wax Makes it Easier to Drive Wood Screws
Lots of people use paraffin wax or bee’s wax to lubricate screws, but there’s a better choice.
Q & A
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Can I Sharpen My Carbide Cutting Tools with a Diamond Hone?
Is sharpening carbide a DIY job?
What's In Store
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Craftsman® Extreme GRIP™ Screwdriver Sets
Diamond-coated tips boost gripping power of these new screwdrivers.
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Makita 12V max CXT™ Jigsaw
Compact variable-speed jigsaw available bare or in kit form.
Reader's Project Gallery
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Large Aquarium Stand and Bar
Reader Joe Acquisto built this stand and canopy for a customer. The cabinet is made up of maple frames, walnut door frames and the door panels are maple.
Feedback
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Keeping Cool; Jojoba Oil; a Bench Story
Readers write in with reactions to Rob’s cool shop and hot house; thoughts on jojoba oil, and a story of building the Hoopback Garden Bench.
