Save Money! – How to Make a Scrap Wood Tapering Jig

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Matt Hagens

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 …

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Refinishing an Old Kitchen Table

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Chris from B&O Craftsman. It focuses on turning a worn-out table into a beautifully refinished centerpiece using simple tools, patience, and a few essential finishing techniques. Chris walks through each step with practical …

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Shop Made Wood Wallet

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It’s a sleek, functional wallet that blends wood and aluminum in a slim-profile design, offering a clean alternative to bulky leather wallets. With its compact form and adjustable construction, …

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First Checkerboard Cutting Board Project

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Matt Hagens

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 …

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How to Make a Miter Saw Station

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Alex and Emily Tarsha from Tarsha Homestead. Inspired by Jay Bates’ original plans and concepts from Caleb Harris at You Can Make This Too, they created a customized miter saw station that prioritizes …

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How to Make a Rustic Barn Door

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Alex and Emily Tarsha from Tarsha Homestead. It’s a functional and stylish barn door made for their shop bathroom, blending reclaimed wood and galvanized metal to create a rustic, industrial look. With an …

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End Grain Floor Made from 2x4s

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Alex and Emily Tarsha from Tarsha Homestead. It’s a creative, low-cost solution that transforms a basic workshop bathroom floor into a unique, durable surface using nothing more than common 2x4s. By cutting and …

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Beginner-Friendly Rustic Serving Tray Project

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Matt Hagens

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 …

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Metal and Wood Treasure Chest With Welded Frame

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Caleb from YouCanMakeThisToo. It’s a handmade treasure chest featuring a welded steel frame and cedar wood panels—built as a Christmas gift for Caleb’s son, who’s currently on a treasure-hunting kick. The project combines …

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Custom Walnut Base for Molded Eames Chairs

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Caleb from YouCanMakeThisToo. It features a refined walnut base made to enhance the look and stability of molded Eames chairs while complementing a modern dining setup. The build balances modern styling with traditional …

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Epoxy and LEGO Aquarium Stand with Hidden Storage

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Caleb from YouCanMakeThisToo. It’s a creative aquarium stand that blends structural steel, plywood cabinetry, epoxy resin, and a custom LEGO scene to create something functional and visually striking. Built to support the weight …

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Geometric Wall Art from Construction Lumber

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Matt Hagens

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 …

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Collapsible Display Stand from Reclaimed Wood

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It’s a clever, collapsible display stand made from reclaimed wood that’s often considered scrap—but the final result looks like a high-end woodworking piece. This project highlights the potential of …

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