Pilots Pocket Handbook

Big award show this weekend. I really hope Leo wins for his riveting performance as ... Love it or hate it, pocket hole joinery has made making things a lot easier for a whole new generation of builders. There's a lot to like about the technique. You can build things that are very strong with no special skills or experience needed. And the cost of getting started is relatively affordable. My show is mostly project based. Usually I'm more interested in getting something made rather than the process of making. I do like to find a balance between enjoying the process and having fun, yet not getting bogged down in complex skills. However, there are a lot of people whose focus is tilted more towards technique and fine craftmanship. I admire those of you who will spend six months or more working on an amazing heirloom quality project with hand-cut dovetails and mortise and tenon joinery. Ma