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This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. Using just a single board and a scroll saw, Billy demonstrates how versatile woodworking can be—even with limited tools and materials. The idea is simple but powerful: take one …
This project was built and designed by Drew Fisher. It’s a beautifully executed drop-leaf end table created to fit a tight space while offering expanded surface area and built-in storage. Made from black walnut and featuring curved legs, a drawer, …
This project was built and designed by Zach from Bear Mountain Builds. It’s a smart and good-looking planter box made from cedar, featuring a movable platform that can accommodate different pot sizes with ease. The build is simple, the materials …
This project was built and designed by Michael from Maker At Play. It’s a smart workshop upgrade that gets your dust collector off the floor and onto the wall—freeing up space while improving system efficiency. Michael transforms a standard dust …
This project was built and designed by Connor from Shopfix. Starting with a chunk of maple burl that could’ve easily been firewood, he turns it into a beautifully detailed keepsake box using classic joinery, book-matching techniques, and a clean modern …
This project was built and designed by Connor from Shopfix. It’s a detailed breakdown of how to build a durable woodworking mallet using unique joinery methods and flexible design options. Connor walks through everything from material selection to shaping and …
This project was built and designed by Connor from Shopfix. It’s a detailed and rewarding build that transforms raw hardwood into a stunning, playable chessboard table using purple heart, padauk, and maple. More than just a game surface, this board …
This project was built and designed by Connor from Shopfix. It’s a practical, affordable swing set with a classic A-frame design that provides stability, flexibility, and fun for families with kids. The build is straightforward, even for beginner woodworkers, and …
This project was built and designed by Connor from Shopfix. It features a classic farmhouse table base built with traditional mortise and tenon joinery, combining strength, function, and timeless style. Connor walks through each step of preparing rough lumber, creating …
This project was built and designed by Mike from Oregon Makers. It features two clever ways to store bicycles in a garage: a ceiling-mounted pulley system and a wall-mounted clip for bikes without kickstands. Both methods help maximize space and …
This project was built and designed by Mike from Oregon Makers. It’s a clever and practical solution for organizing fishing rods and gear in the garage using scrap cedar and basic tools. Fishing gear often ends up jumbled in corners, …
This project was built and designed by Mike from Oregon Makers. It’s a thoughtfully built home recycling center that makes sorting easier, especially for households without access to curbside pickup. Designed to fit conveniently in the kitchen, this cabinet-style recycling …
This project was built and designed by Mike from Oregon Makers. It’s a simple but striking build that takes a natural live edge slab and turns it into a sleek coffee table with modern hairpin legs. With a focus on …
This project was built and designed by Mike from Oregon Makers. It features a pair of sleek, plywood-based hairpin tables that blend Mid-Century Modern and Industrial design, perfect for living rooms, offices, or minimalist interiors. The focus here is on …
This project was built and designed by Mike from Oregon Makers. It features two styles of wine storage bins—a full diamond and a half diamond—crafted to maximize space and elevate the style of a wine cellar. Diamond bins are a …
This project was built and designed by Mike from Oregon Makers. Using salvaged wood and hand-finished details, he created a rustic sign that captures the feel of the Old West—perfect for adding character to any home, shop, or outdoor setting. …
This project was built and designed by Mike from Oregon Makers. It’s a clever wine storage solution that uses diamond-shaped compartments to organize bottles of all shapes, from Champagne to Bordeaux, while also giving your wine cellar a distinctive, professional …
This guide was created by Norman Pirollo, a furniture designer and woodworking educator from WoodSkills. It features four essential jigs that make hand tool woodworking more accurate, efficient, and enjoyable. Each jig highlighted here is built for a specific purpose …