Matt Hagens 
This project was built and designed by Tom from Alley Picked. It’s a detailed restoration of a mahogany desk destined for a downtown lawyer’s office—refined, repaired, and refinished with a professional touch. From chipped veneer to stubborn red undertones, this …
Wood isn’t cheap these days, and that can make woodworking feel out of reach. But here’s the thing — you don’t always have to buy it. Some of my best projects started with wood I found for free. From construction …
Some of the handiest tools in my shop didn’t come from the hardware store — they came from around the house. From kitchen drawers to bathroom cabinets, everyday items can solve woodworking problems in clever ways. These simple stand-ins save …
This project was built and designed by Nick from Rocky River Woodworks. It’s a practical and approachable wall-mounted rack, designed to help organize coats, bags, leashes, and more just in time for the school year. Built from construction-grade lumber with …
Some of the best woodworking tricks I’ve learned didn’t come from books or YouTube — they came from watching my grandfather and dad work around their shops. These were the little habits and clever fixes they used without thinking, but …
Some of the best woodworking tricks I’ve learned didn’t come from books or YouTube — they came from watching my grandfather and dad work around their shops. These were the little habits and clever fixes they used without thinking, but …
The bathroom vanity isn’t just a functional piece — it’s the centerpiece of the room. The right style can completely change the feel of your bathroom, making it brighter, cozier, or more luxurious. From sleek, modern designs to charming vintage-inspired …
Choosing a kitchen cabinet color can feel overwhelming, but some shades just work — and everyone is talking about them right now. From warm neutrals like Revere Pewter to rich blues and soft greens, these 15 colors are winning over …
Grandpa didn’t need a laser level or a smartphone to fix the house. He had coffee cans, duct tape, and an unshakable belief that any problem could be solved with the right bolt. His workshop smelled like sawdust, old oil, …
This project was built and designed by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a no-nonsense miter saw stop block setup that’s simple, effective, and easy to build with common materials. Jodee’s goal was to replace the old tape-and-scrap method with a …
This project was built and designed by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a low-cost, high-impact upgrade that helps keep your bandsaw station clean by catching offcuts and sawdust before they hit the floor. Instead of sweeping up a pile behind …
This clamp storage project was developed by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a practical way to store woodworking clamps vertically—ideal for shops with limited wall space or awkward corners where horizontal racks won’t fit. The design is simple, scalable, and …
This tip comes from Jodee at Inspire Woodcraft. It features a sandpaper-backed MDF strip—a surprisingly versatile shop accessory made from scrap and used across multiple tools for safer, more accurate work. It might look basic, but this strip combines a …
This technique was demonstrated and tested by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It’s a clever and simple upgrade that uses a permanent scribe line on your table saw to speed up everyday tasks like trimming, duplicating, and setting up angled cuts—without …
This video was created by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It focuses on the real-world techniques and mistakes that come with building a modern, minimalist table—from material prep and inlays to glue-up strategies and how to price your work. While the …
This technique was developed by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. It offers a simple, repeatable way to cut a juice groove in a cutting board using scrap wood—no custom jig required. Rather than relying on expensive tools or templates, Jodee’s method …
This technique was developed and demonstrated by Jodee from Inspire Woodcraft. If you’ve ever struggled to make a clean 90° corner using two boards of different widths—especially with trim or frame work—this shop trick is for you. Instead of relying …
This project series was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It includes three quick, practical builds aimed at new gardeners and DIYers: a protective plant enclosure, a basic trellis, and a raised bed that requires no tools. …