Want to get better at woodworking? Master the basics.

You might have heard that if you're the man of the house, you should have some handy skills, like repairing cars, fixing electrical issues, and doing basic woodworking. These skills not only save ...

It was my first time using a miter saw—or any other power tool, for that matter—and I had just finished meticulously crosscutting four 7-inch faces for a plain wooden box. Despite being a novice ...