Abstract: A portable vacuum holding device is provided for holding a planar wood workpiece in an elevated position above the flat surface of a workbench so that the workpiece can be conveniently worked upon. The device comprises a plastic molded thin-walled hollow body having four sidewalls with an inwardly rim extending about the upper ends thereof defining a rectangular top opening and an outwardly rim extending about the lower ends thereof defining a rectangular bottom opening. A plastic molded thin-walled sleeve is positioned within a circular opening provided on one of the sidewalls of the hollow body with its shoulder secured by an adhesive to provide an airtight seal. Flat sponge-rubber gaskets are provided on the top and bottom rims. The end connector of a flexible hose provided on a portable vacuum pump is adapted to fit within the sleeve with an airtight fit.