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This project was built and designed by Matt from Next Level Carpentry. Matt lays out a refined five-point star made from contrasting hardwood scraps, then shows the milling, jig-building, joinery, and finishing techniques needed to produce a batch of heirloom …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. Billy repurposed a thick piece of cherry into a commemorative wall plaque to mark a deeply personal moment: a father taking his son to their first game at Neyland …
This project was built and designed by Rob from Make Things. This article describes a compact Raspberry Pi camera housed in a purpose-built hardwood box intended for a dusty woodworking shop. The design focuses on protecting the lens, keeping the …
Jon Peters from Longview Woodworking shared the woodworking tip featured in this video. Many woodworking projects run into stubborn brad nails that either snap or refuse to budge, and Jon demonstrates a simple, low-tech alternative: cutting the nail flush with …
This project was built and designed by Drew Fisher from Fisher’s Shop. Drew designs a modular cubby system to organize a quilter’s chaotic craft room, combining adjustable shelving, removable drawers, vertical book storage, and a few custom features like walnut …
This project was built and designed by Zach from Bear Mountain Builds. This lift-top tool cabinet pairs a standing-height work surface with concealed storage, a bank of drawers, and an adjustable-shelf cabinet for flexible shop use. Watch the full video …
Norman Pirollo from WoodSkills shared the woodworking tip featured in this video. The presentation explains why rescuing vintage planes, levels, and gauges matters and outlines practical steps to bring them back to reliable use. Watch the full video and subscribe …
Josh Wright built and designed this project. Josh set out to make a decorative wooden barrel using common lumber, shop tricks, and a deliberately inefficient process to highlight the fun side of making things that could have been bought cheaper. …
These projects were built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. Three simple builds repurpose cedar fence pickets into a corner shelf, a bird feeder, and a decorative picket fence for planters, with an emphasis on beginner-friendly techniques and …
This project was built and designed by Chris from B&O Craftsman. This project pairs a wooden star with a raised cross and a backlit light to create a warm, glowing holiday accent. The approach emphasizes simple layout work, jigsaw cutting, …
This project was built and designed by Gary Herd from The Bearded Woodworker. Gary experiments with a popular DIY spiral tree idea and pushes it a step further by rounding edges and testing an alternate spiral angle for a more …
This project was built and designed by Chris from B&O Craftsman. This quick, foldable manger is a simple, meaningful holiday display that can be made in a single day using common materials and minimal tools. Watch the full video and …
These projects were built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. Clinton demonstrates how to make three useful, beginner-friendly pieces using only 2×6 lumber and basic tools, focusing on smart layout, simple joinery, and practical finishes. Watch the full …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. This project demonstrates a compact wooden scoop made to be an easy, thoughtful gift that highlights quality wood and simple techniques. The build emphasizes minimal material use, straightforward tools, …
This project was built and designed by Nick from Rocky River Woodworks. This beginner-friendly project demonstrates how to repurpose a single fence picket into a decorative NOEL sign that can earn around $40 at market. The approach favors simple tools, …
This video is by Matt Jackson from Next Level Carpentry. Matt shows how to upscale an existing trim profile into complimentary casing pieces using basic shop tools rather than custom moulder knives, producing a professional painted finish that fits tight …
Billy from Newton Makes shared the woodworking tip featured in this video. Slabs have a special appeal: big, dramatic grain and the promise of skipping board glue-ups, but they bring hidden challenges that affect both design and workflow. Watch the …
This project was built and designed by Mike Montgomery from Modern Builds. Mike reimagined a high‑end, chunky modern outdoor sofa using common lumber and accessible shop techniques, turning an expensive retail look into an affordable DIY piece. The build focuses …