Planning and meta tips -- General organization -- Shop organization -- Measuring and marking -- Cutting -- Clamping -- Gluing -- Drilling -- Fastening -- Sanding and finishing -- General electronics -- Sculpting, molding, casting -- Painting -- Desktop fabrication -- Welding and forging -- Restoration -- Hobby tips -- Troubleshooting & maintenance -- Safety and first aid -- Maker video production -- Kitchen tips -- Miscellaneous

Presents more ingenious and indispensable shop tips and pearls of wisdom from the editors of Make: and makers who've contributed to the magazine and Maker Faire over the past decade. Inside you'll find tips for measuring and cutting, gluing and fastening, clamping and joining, drilling, shop organizing, maintenance and repair, and more. The topics covered run the gamut from traditional shopcraft to electronics and soldering. You'll also encounter fascinating tales from experienced makers whose stories illuminate their favorite tools and best discoveries