Simple builds, beginner-friendly projects, quick weekend projects, minimal tools required
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 Billy from Newton Makes. It’s a fun and functional tissue box holder shaped like a gift bag—a clever twist that blends decorative style with everyday utility. Designed to fit a standard cube tissue …
This project was built and designed by Alex and Emily Tarsha from Tarsha Homestead. It’s a milestone build—Alex’s very first cutting board—and it highlights the learning process that comes with diving into end grain woodworking. With a checkerboard pattern made …
This project was built and designed by Nick from Rocky River Woodworks. It’s a simple, budget-friendly tray that’s perfect for beginners and a great way to start building confidence with woodworking tools and techniques. Designed to be both functional and …
This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It’s a creative woodworking piece made entirely from construction lumber, using geometric principles to build a visually striking wall feature. By turning simple triangles into 3D pyramids and adding …
This project was built and designed by Nick from Rocky River Woodworks. It’s a sturdy, customizable TV stand made from affordable materials and built using approachable techniques—perfect for woodworkers looking to furnish a space without overspending. The design balances cost, …
This project was built and designed by Nick from Rocky River Woodworks. It’s a straightforward and effective push stick build that improves safety and control at the table saw. Whether you’re just getting started in woodworking or upgrading your shop …
This project was built and designed by Nick from Rocky River Woodworks. It’s a sturdy, attractive end table with a rustic finish that can be built for around $50 in materials and sold for much more. With clean joinery, simple …
This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a clever way to turn scrap wood into a functional scoop using only a bandsaw and some basic shop tools. Whether you’re scooping coffee, pet food, or …
This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a quick and practical build—a compact footrest made from a single board, perfect for improving posture and comfort at your desk. Designed with simplicity and usefulness in …
This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. It’s a beginner-friendly walnut cutting board that teaches essential woodworking skills and results in a functional, gift-worthy kitchen item. Tim walks through each step of the process, focusing on …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan. It’s a fast and practical solution for making accurate hand-sawn cuts using only scrap wood and a few basic tools. While miter saws dominate modern workshops, the classic miter box still …
This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan. It’s a simple and affordable alternative to IKEA’s Linnmon desk—made from solid wood and built for lasting durability, all for around $20. Stan designed this desktop to solve a common issue: …
This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. It’s a simple, functional wooden crate made entirely from one eight-foot poplar board—ideal for storing everything from dog toys and books to cleaning supplies or kids’ items. The build …
This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. It’s a simple but refined picture frame project that uses splines to strengthen the corners and add a decorative contrast. Whether you’re just getting started in woodworking or have …
This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. It’s a beginner-friendly guide to making classic frame and panel cabinet doors using a table saw, ideal for upgrading furniture or learning foundational joinery techniques. With clean lines and …
This project was built and designed by Joe Heide from Woodworkers DiyLemma. It’s a simple, low-cost planter box made from cedar pickets, offering a clean and modern look for patios, porches, or gardens. Designed for affordability and visual appeal, this …
This project was built and designed by Joe Heide from Woodworkers DiyLemma. It’s a simple, effective bird feeder made from a single cedar picket—perfect for beginner woodworkers looking to create something functional and nature-friendly. The build process is approachable, the …