A baseball bat. In HS shop class - I loved working with the lathe and I loved baseball so I thought it was worth attempting to make a bat. It turned out really well. I used it in two games (and batting practice) before it developed a hairline fracture from hitting the ball too close to my hands. One of the few times in high school that learning, creativity and usefulness came together.

Some tools just don’t cooperate, no matter how much you practice. Maybe it’s that tricky hand plane that never cuts quite right, the table saw that always feels intimidating, or the tool you just can’t seem to get the hang of. Share the tool that gives you the most trouble — and why — in the comments below! 🏆 Prize: $100 Sawinery Gift Card (aka guilt-free tool money 😏) 📅 Winner announced on September 22!

Every woodworker has that one tool they reach for again and again. Maybe it’s the one that makes the job easier, maybe it’s the one that just feels right in your hands. Share your favorite tool to use — and why — in the comments below! Whether it’s a trusty hand plane, a sharp chisel, or even a pencil that never seems to get lost, we want to hear it. 💳 Prize: $100 Sawinery Gift Card (aka guilt-free tool money 😉) 📅 Winner announced on September 5!

I have three main work stations that are 41 inches tall (w/3 inch, locking wheels) The height makes it easier for me due to less bending over. 1. Table saw 2. Miter saw 3. Work table

This week’s challenge is easy: share the last woodworking tool or accessory you picked up. Big or small—everything counts. How to join: 📸 Post a photo of your most recent purchase in the group. It could be a new clamp, a chisel upgrade, or even something simple that’s made your shop better. Feel free to share any details or a story about why you bought it or how it’s working out so far. We'll choose a winner by July 20. This week's prize is a $100 gift card you can use to buy tools on the Sawinery website! Looking forward to seeing your latest finds—maybe we’ll all get a little inspired. 😊