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Cremation Urn: An Unusual Turning

Every once in a while, an unusual woodworking commission comes along. This recently happened to me when I was asked to turn a cremation urn into the shape of a... Read Article

Walnut DIY Knife Block Plans

Storing kitchen knives is a perpetual problem. Some people buy them one by one, and when not in use, the knives jangle around inside a drawer, getting dull and nicked.... Read Article

How to Make an iPad, iPhone, Tablet, or Smartphone Stand

This clever and gorgeous iPad stand is a great last-minute gift project; you can complete it over the course of 2 to 3 days. The stand has both a high... Read Article

Trivets on a CNC

I recently built a table for my daughter. The phone call telling me she had ruined the finish by putting something hot directly on the table wasn’t good. That got... Read Article

How to Build a Wooden Phone Amplifier and Charging Station

If you like to play music on your cell phone you’ll find lots to love about this wooden phone amplifier. It provides an attractive platform to cradle your phone while... Read Article

Elegant Tapered Salt and Pepper Shakers

Looking for a quick “mass production” gift project? These tapered wooden salt and pepper shakers make a stylish addition to any table setting, and they can be made in a... Read Article

Rock-Solid, Low-Cost Bookcase Plans

This bookcase plan is designed to be large enough to handle all of the books belonging to the voracious reader in your family, virtually indestructible to withstand years of abuse,... Read Article

Build a Bow Sander

Oftentimes, you need a special blend of hand/eye coordination to get those fine details just right, and typical sanding methods don't always provide it. A bow sander is great for... Read Article

Cribbage Board Template with Peg Storage

A very good friend and mentor once told me it’s a mistake to play cribbage with your significant other – unless you really relish conflict in your relationship. Hey, I... Read Article

How to Construct a Bandsaw Box

Bandsaw boxes are easy to make, but you need to follow a few rules of the road. It’s very important that you use the right blade, and that you make... Read Article

Make Your Own Wooden Sign

Some friends of mine have a cabin in the north woods with an out building for extra overnight guests to bunk up for the evening. It’s a great place to... Read Article

6 Woodworking Projects for the Garden

Whether you’re planting vegetables, flowers, or shrubs, there’s a good chance your garden could be improved with some custom woodworking projects. Or maybe you’re looking for a gift for the... Read Article

How to Build a Bat House

Why a Bat House? I have bats in my belfry. Well, actually, they’re in my barn where I store my lumber and I’d like to get them out. Although my... Read Article

Dovetail Drawer Assembly Clamping Blocks

Half blind dovetailed drawers are great, but clamping the joints properly can be challenging. Using clamping blocks that apply pressure exactly where the dovetail pins and tails join is crucial.... Read Article

How to Make a Turned Wood Lidded Box

This turned lidded box has the power to make your sweetheart smile on Valentine’s Day, or any other day for that matter. Small is beautiful. That’s because this intermediate-level turning... Read Article

Butter Board and Spreader Set

This butter board and spreader set provides a great accent to a special meal. From a woodworking perspective, it is easy to crank out a bunch of these in a... Read Article

How to Make a Paper Towel Holder

Time is a-wasting. The holidays are upon us. If you’re struggling to figure out one more something to build for a gift, then here you go; learn how to make... Read Article

How to Make a Boot or Shoe Jack

Whether you’re removing tight fitting boots or slip on shoes, you’ll love the quick and easy mechanical advantage of this do-it-yourself boot jack. We’ve laid it all out for you... Read Article

A Smokin’ Hot Grill Caddy

Like to BBQ? Then you’ll want to build this BBQ caddy that organizes all of the utensils and supplies you’ll want at your side when you are doing your magic... Read Article

A Super Simple Table

If you’re looking for a cool last minute gift, or just a great project, this table is for you. Incredibly, it can be made it about one hour! Read Article

How to Build a Cajon Drum Like a Pro

Cajon drums produce a professional percussion sound and are easy to build in a typical hobbyist woodworking shop. Joe Cruz is a professional Cajon builder and provides the basic information... Read Article

Make a Bottle Opener that Pops

Does your bottle opener lack pizzazz? This clever opener features contrasting strips of woods, a curvaceous shape, and uses a coin as the bottle opening mechanism. As an added bonus,... Read Article

Make Your Own Magazine Storage Box

Time's a wasting! Bruce Kieffer shows you how to build these great last minute gift magazine storage boxes. Make one, or make a bunch. Read Article

Easy Shop-Made Knobs

Custom Knobs Create a Warm and Personal Shop Jigs are everywhere in my workspace. Taper jigs, custom sleds and even fixtures for boring holes populate my shop in alarming numbers.... Read Article