Traditions
Japanese Tradition
Japanese woodworking traditions, including pull-cut saws, paring chisels, and joinery techniques like sashimono and kumiko.
2 guides
Half-Lap Joints
Cutting Cross Lap Joints With a Circular Saw
The Interlocking Grid Joint You Can Cut With a Circular Saw
A cross lap joint notches two pieces to half their thickness so they interlock flush — no table saw needed. Step-by-step with a circular saw and chisels.
Beginner
Japanese Joinery
How to Build a Kumiko Panel
Build a Japanese Geometric Lattice Panel
Build a 6-inch asanoha kumiko panel — Japanese friction-fit joinery with no glue or nails. Strip milling, grid construction, and infill fitting.
Beginner