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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Best Homemade Tool of the Month - $250 monthly award

    Started by Jon, Jul 15, 2024 07:21 PM
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  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Thousands of homemade tool plans

    Started by Jon, Feb 26, 2020 12:29 PM
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  1. Pharmaceutical dispenser

    Started by Bony, Jun 7, 2026 02:34 AM
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  2. Universal sharpening jig - video

    Started by Jon, Yesterday 04:48 PM
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  3. Drill grinding jig - video

    Started by Jon, Oct 15, 2025 06:49 PM
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  4. Machinist's hammer - video

    Started by Jon, Yesterday 04:43 PM
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  5. Fishing jugs - video

    Started by Jon, Jun 8, 2026 09:50 PM
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  6. Parting off blade - video

    Started by Jon, Jun 8, 2026 09:50 PM
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  7. Pill Box Filler

    Started by rgsparber, May 29, 2026 09:33 AM
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  8. Interchangeable backstop

    Started by thehomeengineer, Jun 5, 2026 01:54 PM
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  9. Miniature milling machine

    Started by threesixesinarow, Jun 5, 2026 12:12 PM
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  10. Heavy duty chain clamp vises - video

    Started by Jon, Jun 5, 2026 07:50 PM
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  11. Lathe centering tool - video

    Started by Jon, Jun 5, 2026 07:49 PM
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  12. Heatsink for a Bandsaw Gearbox

    Started by Improvised DIY, Jun 5, 2026 04:19 AM
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  13. Tapping arm - video

    Started by Jon, Jun 4, 2026 09:24 PM
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  14. Squareness comparator and surface gauge - video

    Started by Jon, Jun 4, 2026 09:24 PM
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  15. Compact drill press clamp - video

    Started by Jon, Jun 4, 2026 09:23 PM
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  16. Rotary table fixture plate - video

    Started by Jon, Jun 4, 2026 09:22 PM
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