In this video, learn the easiest way to make a marking awl, a handy tool for marking or piercing holes in wood and leather. **Index of Operations and Materials:** - 0:05: Turning a ferrule from scrap ...

What starts as a block of metal becomes a useful workshop tool in this video. I explain how I made an awl and why the process was satisfying and educational. You will see the tools I use and how small ...

Drilling holes in drywall leaves dust and fragments on your floor and baseboards. Instead of using a power tool for this job, pick up a scratch awl and a hammer to make your hole. This technique ...