My Holiday Gift Guide

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1. Jigsaw

A jigsaw was the first tool I ever bought and such a handy thing to have around your shop. This is a great one Makita JV0600K Top Handle Jig Saw and this was the one I started with RYOBI ONE+ HP 18V Brushless Cordless Jig Saw

2. Scrollsaw

One of the top questions I get is how do I make my mountain landscape pieces? A scroll saw! Oh my are these so fun to use and open up your creative world to so many more opportunities!

One of my favorites is DEWALT Scroll Saw, Variable-Speed, 1.3 Amp, 20-Inch

3. Pocket Hole Jig

Okay I’ll admit it. I dragged my feet on this tool for so long because it really intimidated me but once I actually used it I was able to create my own bases for my furniture flips. I have so many other projects planned that I’ll need to use it for as well. It’s seriously the BEST.

I use: Kreg Tool KPHJ720PRO Pocket-Hole Jig 720 PRO

4. Japanese Hand Saw

This was another lifesaving tool and once I used long before I had a table saw to cut out my pieces. It can give you smooth edges and is great for trimming.

This is mine SUIZAN Japanese Hand Saw 9.5 Inch

5. Mitre (chop) Saw

If you haven’t heard the story of how I came upon my first Mitre Saw well, it’s a good one. I’ll reshape it soon! This was actually the VERY first saw I ever purchased. However, I didn’t start using it for months. I started with my Jigsaw but am I glad I finally learned to use this baby. I’m obsessed.

This is the one I have. I really love a smaller 7 1/4” blade but I have also had 10” Mitre too —> Ryobi 10 Amp 7 1/4 Sliding Mitre Saw!

6. Table Saw

A MUCH later purchase but again, one I wish I would have learned much earlier. Table saws add so much freedom to your creative projects. As always, safety first but slowly getting comfortable with one is freeing!

This is a great one —> DEWALT Table Saw for Jobsite, Compact, 8-1/4-Inch

7. Brad Nail Gun

I think I just may saw this about all these tools but THIS ONE WAS A GAME CHANGER! When I saw I love it I mean I’m obsessed. This is the exact one I use and I love that it is cordless. Ryobi 3 Piece 18V One+ Airstrike Brad Nailer Kit

8. Tape Measure

I mean, are you even a woodworker if you don’t have at least 10 tape measures around your shop? This is just one of the many I have —> Stanley Tools FatMax 33-740 40-Foot Tape Rule

9. Orbit Sander

I do a lot of sanding. I mean a lot. I used sanding blocks but on bigger projects I use an Orbit Sander. It’s a must and this is the one I have. Ryobi ZRRS290G 2.6 Amp 5 in. Random Orbit Sander

10. Stoggles Protective Eyewear

LOVE my Stoggles! I have a few pairs and sometimes I forget to take them off because they just look like my normal eye glasses :)

These are my favorite —>STOGGLES

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  1. Zibra Paint Brushes

    One thing you will learn when you start refinishing furniture is not all paint brushes are created equal. Zibra Paint Brushes are the only ones I use because their consistency is like no other. I can’t speak more highly of these!

    This kit is the one I started with —> Best Of Zibra Paintbrush Kit-5 Piece

  2. 4 pcs 6" Steel Tri-Dolly

    When you are flipping furniture you are constantly moving heavy pieces around. I HIGHLY suggest getting a couple variations of dolly’s. I love these ones.

  3. Pocket Hole Jig

    I already mentioned this one above but this is ESSENTIAL if you want to make your own bases.

    I use: Kreg Tool KPHJ720PRO Pocket-Hole Jig 720 PRO

  4. Carbide Scrapper

    No doubt when you flip furniture you are going to eventually have to strip old paint off a piece. The Carbide Scrapper will save you so much time. This one is great.

  5. Stoggles Protective Eyewear

    Also mentioned above but you need safety goggles for anything you are using power tools or chemicals or stains and paints. I LOVE my Stoggles!

    These are my favorite —>STOGGLES

  6. Krud Kutter

    Step number 1 in furniture flipping: Clean, clean, clean your furniture first! If you don’t you are essentially sanding and painting who knows how many years of filth into the piece.

    I use several things but Krud Kutter is one of my favorites.

  7. Bondo

    This will change your life when it comes to fixing what you may deem the unfixable. It’s a must have when you are refinishing or transforming furniture.

    I love Bondo!

  8. Tidebond Wood Glue

    Another staple when it comes to repairing furniture or adding details.

    This is my favorite brand.

  9. Orbital Sander

    You will do a lot of sanding when you flip furniture. You may not like it but it’s the truth ;) Get yourself a good orbital sander. I started with this one.

  10. 4” Foam Paint Roller Kit

    Painting is going too quickly become your best friend. I don’t have a paint sprayer but I do have a great technique with a paint roller and use this one all the time!

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