The Makers Guide

Woodworking bench near window with hand plane, chisel, dovetail saw, and square on wood surface
Luca Dal Molin | December 19, 2025
5 Essential Tools You Need to Start a Workshop in Your Apartment

Starting DIY woodworking projects for beginners does not require a full workshop or heavy machinery. With a few essential hand tools and a smart setup, you can build confidently—even in a small apartment in Dubai, Jeddah, or Riyadh.

Close-up of hands using Luban low-angle block plane woodworking tool to shave wood on workbench
Luca Dal Molin | December 17, 2025
Luban Hand Planes: A Review for the Middle East Woodworker

Looking for a Luban low angle block plane review that reflects real workshop conditions in the Middle East? This in-depth review breaks down performance, setup, and maintenance in GCC heat and humidity, helping serious hobbyists and tool buyers decide if the Luban low angle block plane is worth adding to...

Premium woodworking tools including Luban hand plane, chisels, and Kakuri Japanese saw on wooden workbench with shipping box to Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Luca Dal Molin | December 13, 2025
We Now Ship to KSA: How to Get Premium Woodworking Tools Delivered to Riyadh

Get premium woodworking tools delivered to Riyadh, Jeddah, and across Saudi Arabia—fast, reliable, and curated for GCC woodworkers. Explore top brands like Luban, Kakuri, and Narex shipped directly from Dubai.

Premium woodworking tools including Japanese saw, hand plane, and Narex chisels on a wooden workbench with wood shavings in a bright workshop
Luca Dal Molin | December 09, 2025
The Ultimate 2026 Gift Guide: Premium Woodworking Tools for the Maker in Your Life

The Ultimate 2026 Gift Guide: Premium Woodworking Tools for the Maker in Your Life

15 TPI woodworking handsaw with wooden handle on a workbench surrounded by assorted hardwood pieces
Luca Dal Molin | December 08, 2025
What TPI Means on a Handsaw and How to Choose the Right Saw for Your Woodworking Project

Understanding TPI—Teeth Per Inch—is the key to choosing the right handsaw for clean, accurate cuts. In this guide, The Makers Society explains how TPI affects cutting speed, precision, and control, and how to select the perfect woodworking saw for your next project.

Hand using Temple Tool flush cut pull saw with red handle to trim wooden dowels on light wood board
The Makers Society Shop | December 01, 2025
Unlocking Precision: A Case Study on the Temple Tool Set

Discover how the Temple Tool Set transforms woodworking with precision and ease, showcasing the beauty of Japanese hand tools.