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About Shigshop plans
After purchasing Shigshop.com plans and instructions you will receive a link to download them.
The plans were developed via a CAD program called Sketchup. The Sketchup model is included along with some basic instructions on how to navigate within the Sketchup program (a free download is available - see below). If you want to build and not mess around with CAD software, you can use the 2 dimensional drawings - Sketchup isn't required with these plans.
For the workbench, vises, and thickness sander plans:
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Once check out is complete, you will receive a prompt and email with a download link.
The plans were developed via a CAD program called Sketchup. The Sketchup model is included along with some basic instructions on how to navigate within the Sketchup program (a free download is available - see below). If you want to build and not mess around with CAD software, you can use the 2 dimensional drawings - Sketchup isn't required with these plans.
For the workbench, vises, and thickness sander plans:
- Included are a material list, a supplier/parts list, and browser based instructions that have many photos and descriptions stepping you through the complete process.
- Deciding on parts and procuring them was a big task. Included in the downloads are material and supplier/parts lists. The supplier list has links to their websites with suggested search terms that worked for me to find specific items.
Click the "Add to cart" button to buy the plans.
A popup will display with shopping cart information. To pay, click on the "Checkout with Paypal" button. If you have a Paypal account, you will be prompted to log into it, if not, you can either create one, or checkout without one.
Once check out is complete, you will receive a prompt and email with a download link.
Some workshop requirements
See the preview page for the plans you want to purchase for additional information.
About Sketchup
Sketchup has become a de facto standard for workshop tool and furniture designs. For those of you not familiar with Sketchup, I also include brief instructions on how to navigate within my Sketchup models.
By default, my plans use imperial measurements - included are instructions to convert the model to metric (all critical dimensions have been verified). The drawings have notes that sometimes refer to dimensions. For these, I have tried to specify both metric and imperial measurements.
The plans also include 2 dimensional drawings that are easily printable via a .pdf file, which means Sketchup is NOT required. These drawings use imperial measurements.
Click here to download the free version of Sketchup.
By default, my plans use imperial measurements - included are instructions to convert the model to metric (all critical dimensions have been verified). The drawings have notes that sometimes refer to dimensions. For these, I have tried to specify both metric and imperial measurements.
The plans also include 2 dimensional drawings that are easily printable via a .pdf file, which means Sketchup is NOT required. These drawings use imperial measurements.
Click here to download the free version of Sketchup.
Shigshop plans
The thickness sander plans
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$21
Preview of Shigshop.com thickness sander plans.
The Shigshop.com thickness sander home page. Using the Shigshop.com thickness sander. Customer built Shigshop.com thickness sanders. These plans and instructions are over 11MB of compressed data - very detailed! A printable .pdf file is included, which will provide easy to use instructions for the shop. |
 
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The complete roubo bench and vise plan package
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$21
This is the set of 3 Shigshop.com plans and instructions that includes following:
Roubo style bench plan preview Each individual set can be purchased below. |
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The roubo style bench plans
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$8
Preview the Shigshop.com roubo style bench plans. The shigshop.com roubo style bench home page This only includes the workbench plans and instructions. Roubo style bench plan preview See above to get the plans for the Shigshop work bench and both vise plans for $21. |
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The dogsled vise plans
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$8
Preview the Shigshop.com dogsled vise plans. The Shigshop.com roubo style bench home page. This only includes the dogsled vise plans and instructions. Dogsled vise plan preview. See above to get the plans for the Shigshop work bench and both vise plans for $21. |
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The dogleg vise plans
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$8
Preview the Shigshop.com dogleg vise plans. The Shigshop.com roubo style bench home page. This only includes the dogleg vise plans and instructions. Dogleg vise plan preview. See above to get the plans for the Shigshop work bench and both vise plans for $21. |
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The Morris style chair plans
Customer comments
John, who has the bench/vise plan set writes:
Tim, thanks for putting together a great set of bench plans. I have been thinking about a bench for some time and have already bought several other books and dvds. In comparison your price is extremely reasonable for the tremendous amount of information. I would recommend these plans to a friend and I am looking forward to putting my own together with your ideas.
Steve, from the UK writes about the thickness sander plans:
What I found to be easy was the navigation through the project, one could easily click from one part of the project to another part so one always knew where you were in the scale of the project;
The project was broken down into bite sized chunks, and with the ability to cross reference to the sketch up model, one could see progression;
The use of the sketch up gave one a 3D image so you could see in your minds eye how the part that you were making fitted into the complete design - and make adaptations if required (IE smaller width);
The use of 'notes' on sketch up was very informative;
The method to change from imperial to meter was a nice touch and potentially very useful for the wider audience;
9 MB worth of data (now over 11mb) - one certainly gets a lot for ones money;
Materials list, many self build woodworkers are 'experienced' at sourcing wood and other materials via cheaper methods. To be able to build a £1000 machine for potentially a 1/5 of the price is a challenge in it.
In my opinion these plans are excellent, and good value for the purchaser.
Steve has built some other machines that were very involved - specifically, Matthias Wandel's bandsaw.
Tim, thanks for putting together a great set of bench plans. I have been thinking about a bench for some time and have already bought several other books and dvds. In comparison your price is extremely reasonable for the tremendous amount of information. I would recommend these plans to a friend and I am looking forward to putting my own together with your ideas.
Steve, from the UK writes about the thickness sander plans:
What I found to be easy was the navigation through the project, one could easily click from one part of the project to another part so one always knew where you were in the scale of the project;
The project was broken down into bite sized chunks, and with the ability to cross reference to the sketch up model, one could see progression;
The use of the sketch up gave one a 3D image so you could see in your minds eye how the part that you were making fitted into the complete design - and make adaptations if required (IE smaller width);
The use of 'notes' on sketch up was very informative;
The method to change from imperial to meter was a nice touch and potentially very useful for the wider audience;
9 MB worth of data (now over 11mb) - one certainly gets a lot for ones money;
Materials list, many self build woodworkers are 'experienced' at sourcing wood and other materials via cheaper methods. To be able to build a £1000 machine for potentially a 1/5 of the price is a challenge in it.
In my opinion these plans are excellent, and good value for the purchaser.
Steve has built some other machines that were very involved - specifically, Matthias Wandel's bandsaw.
Disclaimer...
Upon the purchase of Shigshop.com plans, please do not distribute or copy them in any manner - they are only for the personal use of the original purchaser. Shigshop.com does not authorize the manufacture of products for sale using these designs without consent of Shigshop.com.
Although a big effort has been made to ensure these plans will produce a good safe machine or other shop accessory, Shigshop.com cannot assume any liability as a result of any usage of the plans or machines/shop accessories built with them.
Building with these plans should only be attempted by those experienced with the tools and techniques necessary to produce the machine or shop accessory described in the Shigshop.com plans and instructions. Many woodworking, metalworking machines, and tools are inherently dangerous. Always ensure you possess a thorough understanding of safe operating procedures and that safety devices are properly functioning. Appropriate clothing, glasses and ear protection must be worn when operating such equipment.
Be careful and proceed at your own risk - adhere to standard safety practices and you should be ok.
Upon the purchase of Shigshop.com plans, please do not distribute or copy them in any manner - they are only for the personal use of the original purchaser. Shigshop.com does not authorize the manufacture of products for sale using these designs without consent of Shigshop.com.
Although a big effort has been made to ensure these plans will produce a good safe machine or other shop accessory, Shigshop.com cannot assume any liability as a result of any usage of the plans or machines/shop accessories built with them.
Building with these plans should only be attempted by those experienced with the tools and techniques necessary to produce the machine or shop accessory described in the Shigshop.com plans and instructions. Many woodworking, metalworking machines, and tools are inherently dangerous. Always ensure you possess a thorough understanding of safe operating procedures and that safety devices are properly functioning. Appropriate clothing, glasses and ear protection must be worn when operating such equipment.
Be careful and proceed at your own risk - adhere to standard safety practices and you should be ok.
