And the router is the tool to use to cut these joints. You'll also need a router table to safely make the cuts. Rail-and-stile bits are sold in sets, and raised-panel bits are sold individually.

Now we’re embarrassed that we couldn’t come up with a solution as eloquent and easy to use as this circle cutting router jig which [Grays42] built. He’s using a small trim router for the job.

April Wilkerson teaches you how to cut perfect circles with this simple router jig for flawless results.