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This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a practical, sturdy bar stool design made entirely from standard 2×4 lumber using half lap joinery for clean lines and lasting strength. Jay walks through the full process in his …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a compact, mobile cart that combines a shop vacuum and a cyclone dust separator into one efficient unit—perfect for small workshops where space and mobility are key. The build focuses …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a straightforward window upgrade using scrap MDF to create a clean, painted cornice that neatly covers blinds and adds visual appeal to any room. Designed as a three-sided box, this …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. Using leftover materials and a little help from friends, Jay shows how a functional shop stool can come together quickly, making it a great weekend build for any woodworker. With a …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It features a compact mitered box made from curly hickory, with delicate spline reinforcements and thoughtful joinery from start to finish. The box may be small in size, but the level …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a practical and rewarding build that brings people together around a durable, custom-made picnic table for meals, games, and outdoor fun. Jay walks through the entire process—from cutting the lumber …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a clean and affordable solution for anyone looking to maximize storage space inside their cabinets using custom-built slide-out trays. These trays are ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, or shop cabinets where …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a simple but effective solution for managing dust collection in the workshop, using 4-inch PVC and plywood to create reliable blast gates at a fraction of the cost of store-bought …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a straightforward, workshop-friendly bar stool that balances clean design with practical construction—an ideal one-day woodworking project. The stool is built using basic tools and materials, making it approachable for newer …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a retro-inspired wooden cooler cart built for both function and style, ideal for keeping drinks cool and accessible during outdoor gatherings. Jay takes a practical approach to this build, combining …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a thoughtful and detailed firewood rack design that blends classic joinery techniques with CNC precision, making it both functional and visually striking. Jay revisits the strength and beauty of traditional …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It’s a simple and effective easel that features a chalkboard on one side and a clipboard on the other, offering children a space to draw, write, and explore their creativity. Designed …
This project was built and designed by Jay Bates. It features a set of stylish, space-saving chairs made specifically for relaxing around a fire pit. Jay’s design focuses on clean lines, smart storage, and outdoor comfort. These nesting chairs are …
This project was built and designed by Keaton Beyer. It’s a woodworking breakdown of three unique end tables—each built with 2x4s and tailored to a specific experience level: DIYer, Hobbyist, and Professional. By comparing the same furniture type across these …
This project was built and designed by Josh Wright. It’s a compact, rustic-style bar stool made entirely from one 8-foot 2×4—showing how much can be done with simple tools and a creative approach. Josh revisits this popular project years after …
This project was built and designed by Josh Wright. It’s a compact, modern shoe rack made from just one 8-foot 2×4, designed to complement a matching coat rack and elevate the look of your entryway. The combination of white paint, …
This project was built and designed by Josh Wright. It’s a practical and affordable door build that uses construction-grade lumber and standard shop tools to create a clean, strong result for about $35 per door. By walking through each step …
This project was built and designed by Josh Wright, who shares clever, resourceful woodworking projects on his YouTube channel. In this build, Josh turns a single 2×6 board into a storage-ready ottoman that looks like a rustic wine or whiskey …