How-To
Essential Household Tools
Learn what hand and power tools should be in your tool box, what to look for when shopping, and how these tools work.
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Jigsaw
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The jigsaw will be a snap to master if you've ever worked with a sewing machine because these tools have similar operating principles.
When you sew fabric, the needle moves up and down and you move the material around as needed. With a jigsaw, the blade moves up and down and you move the tool around the material as needed.
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