Chunky outdoor loveseat free DIY plans
With spring coming on I’m starting to feel like it’s time to make some new outdoor furniture, starting with these chunky outdoor loveseat plans. This chunky outdoor loveseat is designed wi... Read More
Category: Free Project Plans & DIYs
Every project should start with a good plan. In our DIY & How-Tos section, we provide instructions , tips, and detailed project plans for many different levels of projects and crafts in hopes that we can make your next project go a little smoother and be more successful.
DIY chunky outdoor chair plans
With spring coming on I’m starting to feel like it’s time to make some new outdoor furniture, starting with these chunky outdoor chair plans. These chunky outdoor chairs are designed with ... Read More
Free DIY Raised Panel Jig Plans
Needing to make some raised panels? These raised panel jig plans will help you build a jig that makes creating raised panels on your table saw quick, easy, safe, and repeatable. This jig is simple to ... Read More
Free DIY simple juice groove jig plans
If you want to start making cutting boards, one of the techniques you’re going to want to learn is cutting the juice groove. The just groove is the shallow indent that goes around the entire ext... Read More
Free DIY squaring jig plans
If you make a lot of picture frames, cabinet doors and drawers, or decorative boxes, you know how important (and sometimes time consuming) it is to ensure every corner is dead-on square. A squaring ji... Read More
DIY box joint jig plans
Box joints, also known as finger joints, are a popular option when joining two pieces of wood at right angles due to their strength, visual appear, and relative ease to make when you have the right to... Read More
DIY edging jig plans for table
The following plans are for building an edging jig for your table saw. As a woodworker, ensuring straight edges when gluing two boards edge to edge is crucial for achieving a strong, seamless joint an... Read More
DIY small parts taper jig plans
The following plans are for building a small parts jig for the table saw. If you do a fair amount of cutting of smaller parts at odd angles, especially if they are repetitive cuts, this small parts ta... Read More
Flip Top workbench plans DIY
Here are a set of plans for a flip top workbench that expand on our popular flip top tool cart plans. These flip top workbench plans add a work surface that doubles as an outfeed table from the planer... Read More
Add visibility with a paint pen
Have you ever been working in a less than ideal lighting situation where you had trouble reading the etched measurements or instructions on you jig? Grab a white paint pen and fill in those letters, n... Read More
Pocket Hole Joinery 101: How to Build Strong, Seamless Joints
Pocket hole joinery is a game-changer for DIYers and woodworkers alike, offering a simple and effective way to create strong, seamless joints. Whether you’re building furniture, cabinetry, or home d... Read More
Pottery Barn inspired Caned King Headboard Free DIY Plans
This version of our caned king headboard plans are designed to be built with 4/4 boards, the kind you typically get from a lumber yard as 5/4 and then plane down to the final 1″ width yourself, ... Read More
How to choose the best wood for your project
Every woodworking project starts with one critical decision: selecting the right wood. The type of wood you choose can greatly impact the durability, aesthetics, and functionality of your finished pie... Read More
Top 8 beginner woodworking projects to build this year
Woodworking is a craft that anyone can learn, and it all starts with the right project. As a beginner, it’s important to choose projects that are simple enough to build your confidence but also rewa... Read More
Essential Woodworking Safety Tips: How to Stay Safe in Your Workshop
Woodworking is an incredibly rewarding hobby, but as any seasoned woodworker will tell you, safety should always come first. With power tools, sharp blades, and heavy materials involved, a workshop ca... Read More
Juice Groove Router Bit vs. Core Box Router Bit: What’s the Difference?
Router bits are some of the most versatile tools in woodworking, and choosing the right bit can make a significant difference in the outcome of your project. Two bits that often cause confusion due to... Read More