Workshop Woodworking Jigs

A chip chute for the Dewalt 12-1/2" planer. DXF Format

A jig for holding strips of sandpaper. For use with the "ScarySharp" system of tool sharpening. DXF Format

A simple but highly useful jig for help in clamping panels, applying finish, and cutting sheet goods. Yyou will want to make several! DXF Format.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a jig saw circle jig which can cut circles up to 70 inches in diameter. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a log flattener jig. This jig makes several close cross cuts at a controlled depth across a log. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This old-fashioned fixture will help you plane perfect miter joints.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a thin rip jig. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

A jig for holding plane irons while sharpening. Designed to work with 3M paper on 1/4" glass plate. DXF Format

Three french curves. 4.5", 9", & 18". Paste onto hardboard or plastic. Trim and sand smooth. DXF Format

A jig used on the table saw to straighten the edge of rough lumber. BMP format.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a shop-made panel ripping jig for quick, easy, accurate rips of plywood, mdf, masonite and other sheet good. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This biscuit-joint miter jig makes it easy to biscuit-join mitered corners, even in thin stock.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an inverted table mounted jigsaw protection. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Isometric drawing of a shooting board used to cut 45 degree angles for frames. For use with a table saw. DXF Format

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing of a jig for cutting the 2.5 inch and 5 inch wooden gears. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bench dog. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

A simple guide for routing decorative grooves in boards. DXF Format

A clever jig used to guide a router while cutting cross dovetail splines in a miter joint. Zip file includes .jpg photo of jig in use. DXF Format

Construct a very simple and customized boring jig to install kitchen cabinet knobs perfectly and consistently on every cabinet door.

An adjustable jig for use with a router for making mortises. DXF Format.

Use this skillsaw cutting guide board to make straight cuts with a skillsaw, use an eight footer to rip sheets of plywood lengthwise and a four footer to cut across the sheet.

This corner jig is so easy to make and so easy and accurate to use, you will be kicking yourself for not thinking of doing this sooner!

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a jig to cut housings in timbers with a router and a dado bit. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple miter joint clamping jig, made from scraps. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Two template drawings of butterfly patches (Dutchmen) for fixing flaws in wood surfaces. Seven templates in all. For use with router and insert collar. DXF Format

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a jig that gives square cuts when cutting piano hinge with a hacksaw. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This compass can mill small circles without having to drill a center. This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing . You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a jig I use to sharpen the terminal part of the face (non-bevel side) of a plane blade. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a mortise jig. This is a quick and easy to make jig to create custom mortises in legs for benches, chairs or tables. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

With no back or bottom, this jig is great for dadoing and for crosscutting wide stock.