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title: "Woodworking Tools & Techniques | Custom Carpentry in Bengaluru"
description: "See how I combine traditional joinery with modern techniques to create custom wood pieces in Bengaluru. From Kumiko art to furniture, explore the Kydo process."
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last_updated: 2025-09-15
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# Handcrafted Woodwork: My Tools & Process

Tribe Verified · Workshop-based furniture maker in Singasandra, Bengaluru

By [Kydo](https://mytribe.in/kydowoodworking) · Delivers across Bengaluru and Pune; Visit the workshop in Singasandra, Bengaluru · ₹2,500 per prototype model (estimate)

Part of [Custom Furniture & Woodworking](https://mytribe.in/kydowoodworking/custom-furniture-woodworking). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/kydowoodworking/custom-furniture-woodworking/gallery)

I don't just build furniture; I build the tools to build the furniture. Here is a look at how I mix traditional joinery with modern precision to get the job done.

## Photos and videos

- ![Using a table saw with a specialized jig to cut precise half-lap joints. This joinery technique is fundamental to creating strong, interlocking frames for projects like Kumiko panels.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d6646f8-6359-449a-a8e1-692c3ba2b2e4)
- ![Assembling the Kumiko frames by hand. The half-lap joints allow the thin strips of wood to fit together snugly, forming a perfect grid without any nails or screws.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d805adbf-37d2-498a-a4ff-bab2a570bf01)
- ![A pneumatic nail gun and a custom-made nail sorting tray. Having an organized workshop and the right tools, like this power carving tray made with a router, makes every project more efficient.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9521bfc3-021b-4338-9035-1782d9f29b53)
- ![A cam-based clamping system I built for use with my router. This simple jig holds workpieces securely for precise carving tasks, like making the slots in this nail sorting tray.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a15ee8b8-94c4-412f-8014-51c0cce46c89)
- ![A set of custom jigs for making Kumiko infill pieces. These jigs hold the small wooden strips at precise angles (22.5, 45, and 67.5 degrees) for cutting on a disc sander.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/52296190-1115-4f3e-b1b6-d3a90d4028bc)
- ![The beautiful curls of wood created by a hand plane. There's a certain flow state you achieve with hand tools, where focus and precision are everything.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/91b990ea-7547-4114-b229-ef0d96c55b42)
- ![A typical scene on my workbench: measuring tools, a router, clamps, and safety gear. Every project starts with a clean space and the right equipment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/052710cc-4d18-4537-8845-2c631b290820)
- ![Upgrading my table saw with a router plate insert. This allows me to use my table saw's fence and dust collection system for routing tasks, increasing accuracy and safety.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c5f30550-7635-4a68-b32d-2a5332d516e1)
- ![The Dongcheng trimmer router mounted underneath the new table saw insert. This setup effectively turns my table saw into a functional router table.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2e243557-fa3c-414d-869d-8c74cc0baf3f)
- ![A view from below: the organized chaos of sawdust and wood shavings that collects under the workbench. It's the natural byproduct of a productive day in the shop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d0e3359d-c2f0-4a01-8e8f-27aad66442e6)
- ![A hexagonal grid for a triangle-pattern Kumiko, made from teak wood. The interlocking pieces form a strong, self-supporting structure.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ce33696b-b7eb-4625-9b55-973cb381bfc4)
- ![A set of custom-made jigs for cutting the angled pieces for a triangle grid Kumiko. These are essential for achieving repeatable, precise angles.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d3a5e9cc-51a9-4c73-80f0-560864d0f3cc)
- ![Another view of the Kumiko angle jigs. These tools, often made in the workshop itself, are crucial for advancing to more complex woodworking patterns.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cfab8984-cd8f-4e13-a421-afef6cc4cf48)
- ![Using a wood lathe to create a box with a lid. Here, I'm parting off the lid from the main stock after shaping it on the lathe.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/46adc7f2-3c87-4786-baa5-27a795dc0a42)
- ![Shaping the outside of a cylindrical box on the lathe using a turning chisel. The wood spins rapidly while the chisel carefully removes material.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2c2d3c54-ec19-4d9a-9ccb-f0a34db9ef5f)
- ![The finished lid for a turned box, showing the tenon that will fit snugly into the box's opening.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/ac94b355-7116-4f2f-84b2-a33d78e491ba)
- ![Using a Forstner bit in the lathe's tailstock to begin hollowing out the inside of a wooden box.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3a4de265-84ed-44a2-b85b-f9e748866e60)
- [Video: Hollowing out the inside of a box on the lathe with a turning chisel. This requires a steady hand to achieve a consistent wall thickness.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/93c1d8f8-c46b-4bfe-9d61-abdc7eb79ab3)
- ![A close-up of the hollowing process on the wood lathe. The tool rest provides support for the chisel, allowing for precise control.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/586c8fe0-e0a7-404d-b385-3ab7d72bb08f)
- ![A saw till, or holder, designed to keep hand saws and other long tools organized. The dowels create separation and allow for easy access.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/41294040-1913-4389-9c16-89e6ae17379a)
- ![The saw till mounted on the side of my workbench, holding saws and clamps securely and within easy reach.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/734ca6ea-a8aa-48ab-ade4-33d6ac16ad84)
- ![The saw till in use, neatly organizing various saws, squares, and other measuring tools. A well-organized shop is a safe and efficient shop.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/3bf499b8-567d-48e6-9b13-0362932d5a43)
- ![A detailed look at the construction of the saw till, showing how the dowels are placed between blocks to create individual slots.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9428b86a-62de-406b-bbf9-292a7af09bb0)
- ![A woodworker can never have too many clamps. They are essential for holding pieces together while glue dries, ensuring a strong and lasting bond.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/619277ad-c066-4f26-835b-f417e6e6611f)
- ![The rough interior of a wooden cup holder after being hollowed out with a Forstner bit on the lathe. The next step is to smooth the inside with a chisel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/66d7430c-fe75-4853-b510-2aae188b6691)
- ![Another view of the initial hollowing process on the lathe. This is the first and roughest step in creating a turned box or vessel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2c8489d4-d993-4b24-8155-9d8d8bf23c5c)
- [Video: Balancing a piece of wood on a 4-jaw independent chuck is the first and most critical step in many lathe projects. Each jaw must be adjusted individually to get the piece centered.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5864f8a2-709a-44a0-8b0d-2143b4941af4)
- ![A mini crosscut sled I built for my Bosch table saw. This jig allows for safe and accurate crosscuts, especially on small pieces.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9b8dd0fb-eadf-45c4-946b-cf337f0f4ea2)
- ![The mini crosscut sled in position on the table saw. It slides in the miter slots and carries the workpiece through the blade for a perfect 90-degree cut.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fada23f1-c92b-4250-baf4-1f4624c0a9bb)
- ![A custom drill press table with an adjustable fence and stop blocks. This jig greatly improves accuracy and repeatability when drilling holes or making mortises.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a6a7cb6c-d52c-4db0-8f91-bc101c4e372e)
- ![The finished drill press table mounted on my Makita drill press. The center scale helps with precise alignment of the fence for centered holes every time.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e304baef-1a8f-469b-aeb2-041f2e3595be)
- ![The "golden day" when I finally sort through my scrap wood collection. These small offcuts are too valuable to throw away and can be used for countless creative projects.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/280f0c94-bf51-491e-8e0b-77684ec4732d)
- ![A small box made with box joints cut on a router table. This joinery technique is not only strong but also creates a beautiful decorative pattern.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2ac521bb-1013-40a0-b46b-a7d682596f4e)
- ![The process of cutting box joints using a jig on the router table. The jig ensures that the spacing of the pins and slots is perfectly uniform.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2287cb4b-75b6-451b-b717-66682ee99407)
- [Video: A video showing the step-by-step process of cutting box joints on the router table. Each pass of the workpiece over the router bit creates one of the slots.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a3baec87-ba64-42bd-b8f4-8a6843ee9292)
- ![My router table setup, which is part of a larger folding table. It can hold two different routers, allowing for quick changes between different bits and operations.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7a5a263a-3c6e-43d7-b8d6-435f6d144cff)
- ![A view underneath the router table, showing the two mounted routers: a 6mm Bosch and a 12mm Dongcheng.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fcd994b9-6f1f-45cc-b51c-7034dd06bf3b)
- ![The top of the router table, showing the fence and miter gauge used for guiding workpieces accurately over the router bit.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9ea87530-20e7-43ac-934f-48969bebfdfe)

## About The Craft: Tools & Process

Most workshops rely solely on power tools, but I prefer building custom jigs for every specific joint. Whether I’m cutting half-lap joints for a Kumiko panel or turning a lathe for a custom box, these jigs are the difference between 'near enough' and 'perfectly flush'. It’s that extra step of preparation that ensures your furniture is not just strong, but structurally sound for the long haul.

### Precision in Every Cut

Precision isn't just about using a high-end router; it is about how you control it. In the workshop, I spend as much time designing and creating custom jigs as I do working on the actual furniture pieces. These jigs, often made from scrap MDF or plywood, allow me to achieve repeatable accuracy that standard tools simply cannot offer on their own. 

### Where Tradition Meets Tech

I believe in the satisfying feel of a hand plane, but I also see the value in upgrading a table saw with a router plate insert. My process is a mix of the old and the new:

* **Traditional Joinery:** I use Japanese Kumiko techniques, fitting wood pieces together without nails or glue. It requires immense patience and the right angle jigs (22.5, 45, and 67.5 degrees).
* **Modern Power:** I integrate power tools like trimmers and routers to speed up the repetitive parts of the build, like flattening surfaces or creating precise dado cuts.
* **Design & Validation:** Before a single expensive piece of hardwood is cut, I often build scale models. This helps in understanding spatial constraints, especially for custom furniture or architectural models.

### The Workshop Philosophy

If you have ever been to the workshop in Singasandra, you will notice it is not a pristine showroom. It is an active space filled with sawdust and half-finished projects. That is intentional. True craftsmanship happens in the mess, in the middle of a build, while checking and re-checking the joinery. Whether I am making a custom cat tree or a delicate Kumiko lamp, the process remains the same: measure twice, cut once, and build it to last.

## About Kydo

I am Kydo. I trade screens for sawdust because there is nothing like building something that actually exists in the real world. Come visit my Singasandra workshop to see how I turn raw wood into something you will keep forever.

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