Presenting the D.U.H. Holdster

Written By Matthew Holtmeier

The D.U.H. Holdster allows you to store Shopsmith accessories, such as a sanding disc, on the lower tubes of the Shopsmith. A detailed video of it is available on the Gathering Splinters Youtube channel. The purpose of this blog post is to share some still photos of variations of the Holdster and a simplified plan for those interested in building one of their own.

Benefits of the H.U.D. Holdster design:

  • Easily made from scrap wood

  • Doesn’t require any hardware (screws, nails, hinges, nuts, brads, bolts, zippers, etc.)

  • Basic joinery… Butt joints and half-laps. (That would make a good band name!)

  • Easily modified to support various accessories or secondary tools.

  • Not permanently attached to the Shopsmith tubes. Easily moved and removed. Won’t limit machine function!

  • Sawdust accumulation on Holdster and accessory is minimized.

  • Can stand on its own when not hanging from tubes.

 

Available Schematics/Plans

H.U.D. Holdster Simplified Plans - Standard Sanding Disk Variant

 

Conical Sanding Disk Variant Photos

Standard Sanding Disk Variant Photos

Matthew Holtmeier

Matthew D. Holtmeier is an artist and woodworker crafting under the name Gathering Splinters. His artistry and craftsmanship are heavily influenced by his love of all things fantasy and many hours spent playing roleplaying games.

Matthew brings this love of gaming and fantasy into his woodworking and crafting of things like dice trays and keepsake boxes. Aside from functionality and durability, beauty and artistry are a main focus of his work. In the past, his woodworking has incorporated embellishments, such as pyrography and carving, which helps set it apart from other crafters.

https://www.gatheringsplinters.com/
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