Logan Wittmer

1 week ago | popularwoodworking.com | Logan Wittmer

If you’ve followed our website for any time, you’re bound to know the name Yoav Liberman. Yoav has contributed to our website for over a decade and has published numerous books on various topics. With furniture having been displayed in high-end galleries across the US, it’s safe to say that Yoav’s designs are unique and lean heavily upon his formal training as an architect (Israel Institute of Technology). So, what does a nationally recognized, architect-turned woodworker do?

1 week ago | popularwoodworking.com | Logan Wittmer

Bur Oak and Craftsman design make this desk a classic look with a modern use. Project #2507 • Skill Level: Advanced • Time: 6 Days • Cost: $1000It’s often times that woodworking projects come out of necessity. Take this desk for example. As I built my new shop (that doubles as Popular Woodworking’s shop), I built room for an office. After all, my job’s not all fun and games in the shop. After trimming out the office in bur oak, I decided I was going to keep with that theme.

2 weeks ago | popularwoodworking.com | Logan Wittmer

Tool: Spider Mobile Base  Manufacturer: Harvey WoodworkingMSRP: $369-$569Having the ability to move stuff around in a shop is key. This is especially true when it comes to a small shop. It is invaluable to move a tool into a workspace, set it up, and then store it when you’re done. The problem that I’ve had is that most “integrated” mobile bases are junk. Generic aftermarket mobile bases never fit correctly and get snagged on the first plane shaving that they roll over.

4 weeks ago | test.popularwoodworking.com | Logan Wittmer

https://media.popularwoodworking.com/app/uploads/popwood_logos-01.pngPopular Woodworkinghttps://media.popularwoodworking.com/app/uploads/2025/03/newtools-copy.jpg200px200px Tool:Drill Press Protractor  Manufacturer: WoodpeckersMSRP: $69.99Over the last several years, I’ve started to become interested in machinist tools and practices. One of the things that fascinates me is the precision that is required in many machining operations.

4 weeks ago | test.popularwoodworking.com | Logan Wittmer

ThermalWood Canada is offering specialty material to woodworkers all over the world, including an ebony alternative. One of my favorite woods to use is ebony. This dark wood turns beautifully, takes a polish, and holds crisp detail. Plus, no matter what you make, it always seems a little “extra” being made from ebony or having ebony accents. However, one of the biggest issues with ebony is its availability. It’s a controlled material, the harvesting of it is a point of contention, and it’s expensive.