Matt Hagens 
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It’s a creative and rewarding woodworking project focused on making a custom wooden bow to top a handmade gift box—perfect for adding a personal, high-quality touch to any gift. …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It features a shop-made tenoning jig designed to simplify one of the most rewarding and precise joinery methods—the castle joint. Rather than relying on complex setups or extensive measuring, …
This project was built and designed by Norm Abram from The New Yankee Workshop. It’s a detailed, refined build featuring three elegantly designed tables that nest together for compact storage and flexible use in any room. Inspired by early 20th-century …
You may find yourself uncertain when deciding between polycrylic and polyurethane for your project. Each option has its own set of qualities, and picking the right one means considering things like surface type, application, and the look you’re after. Understanding …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It’s a detailed replica of an antique whiskey box, blending traditional joinery with modern techniques to recreate a piece of history in the shop. The original box, likely made …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan. It’s a compact and efficient art supply station meant to simplify home school spaces and keep essential materials organized and accessible. Designed with functionality and flexibility in mind, this project is …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan from Simply Easy DIY. It’s an affordable, low-material solution to a common household problem: keeping towels organized and dry in a busy bathroom. With a few furring strips and some basic …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan from Simply Easy DIY. It’s a creative, beginner-friendly display shelf that’s perfect for adding a little character to your home using leftover wood or reclaimed materials. The shelf combines clean design …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan. It’s a charming and functional wall-mounted shelf, designed to resemble a dollhouse—perfect for organizing and displaying a child’s favorite small toys, books, or collectibles. Inspired by an IKEA design and personalized …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan, known for his straightforward and useful woodworking builds. In this project, he shows how to create a vertical garden planter that’s perfect for tight spaces, patios, or backyards with limited room. …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan. It’s a smart and accessible storage upgrade that puts unused cabinet door space to work—ideal for organizing baking pans and clearing out clutter from your oven or kitchen shelves. With a …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan. It’s a straightforward cabinet build that helps keep your workshop organized while using minimal materials and tools. By focusing on vertical space and skipping unnecessary features, Stan’s design keeps things simple …
This project was built and designed by Nick from Rocky River Woodworks. It’s a simple, budget-friendly woodworking build that turns scrap wood into a rustic 4th of July star with bold red and blue stained accents. Easy to replicate and …
This project was built and designed by Jon Peters from Longview Woodworking. Inspired by early 19th-century Shaker furniture, this bench blends tradition, utility, and beauty into a timeless piece for any home. Jon revisits a classic design and adapts it …
If you’ve ever looked at a box of nails and wondered what “16d” or “8d” means, you’re not alone. The “d” size label shows up in nearly every hardware store and building plan, but it’s not always clear what it …
This project was built and designed by Jeff and Jon from Today’s Craftsmen. It features a simple tapering jig made entirely from scrap plywood—an affordable, effective way to improve your woodworking precision without buying commercial jigs. Tapered legs give furniture …
This project was built and designed by Jeff and Jon from Today’s Craftsmen. It’s a Shaker-style bench made from reclaimed white oak, inspired by a scene in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, where simplicity and form intersect with nostalgia …
This tip and guide video was created by Jeff and Jon from Today’s Craftsmen. It covers a series of must-know safety and technique tips for using a table saw, whether you’re just starting out or have years of experience. Table …