In the world of woodworking, few names are as respected and recognized as Will Sampson. As the editor of Woodworking Network, Will has become a guiding force for both seasoned professionals and aspiring woodworkers alike. His deep knowledge of the craft, combined with a keen editorial eye, has helped shape the industry’s discourse and elevate the standards of woodworking journalism.
With hands-on experience in various woodworking disciplines, he brings a practical understanding to his writing that resonates with his audience. His articles are not just informative but also inspiring, offering readers both the technical knowledge and the motivation to push their creative boundaries.
William Sampson is a lifelong woodworker, and he has been an advocate for small-scale entrepreneurs and lean manufacturing since the 1980s. He was the editor of Fine Woodworking magazine in the early 1990s and founded WoodshopBusiness magazine, which he eventually sold and merged with CabinetMaker magazine. He helped found the Cabinet Makers Association in 1998 and was its first executive director. Today, as editorial director of Woodworking Network and FDMC magazine he has more than 20 years experience covering the professional woodworking industry.
His popular "In the Shop" tool reviews and videos appear monthly in FDMC. Check out the latest article in his series featuring the X-Carve Pro CNC and Easel Pro software. Read about a wide variety of projects he has been making using the CNC machine and software including a pretty impressive result to create precision box joints on the first try without the challenging setup of a router fixture.
For more information on X-Carve Pro CNC machines go here.