Woodpecker Pecking Toy with Chain-Pulley Action

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Tom from Alley Picked. It’s a fun, interactive woodworking project that results in a quirky door-hanging toy that pecks when the string is pulled—perfect for entertaining kids, surprising guests, or adding some charm …

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Restoring a Broken Oak Stool from the Alley

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Tom from Alley Picked. It’s a full restoration of a damaged wooden stool pulled from an alley—an ambitious fix that turned out to be a rewarding and skill-building experience. At first glance, the …

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Upcycled Dustpan Made from a License Plate

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Tom from Alley Picked, a channel focused on creative woodworking and practical DIY builds. In this video, he turns an old license plate and scrap wood into a fully functional dustpan that’s both …

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Clever Clamp Rack for Small Workshops

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. It’s a smart, space-saving clamp organization system built around a French cleat wall, perfect for small shops and mixed clamp collections. Instead of settling for a one-size-fits-all rack, Tim …

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Floating Nightstand with Hidden Wireless Charging

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. It’s a modern, wall-mounted nightstand that offers clean storage and wireless charging—perfect for reducing bedside clutter while adding style and function to the room. The build combines classic woodworking …

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Walnut and Epoxy Cheese Board with Ocean Effect

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Tim from Casual Builds. Using a scrap piece of walnut and tinted epoxy resin, Tim created a striking cheese board with an ocean-inspired design that combines beauty and practicality. The process blends basic …

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How to Make Frame and Panel Cabinet Doors

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Matt Hagens

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 …

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Mini Miter Sled for Perfect Box Corners

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Joe Heide from Woodworkers DiyLemma. It’s a compact miter sled built for the table saw—ideal for producing clean, consistent 45-degree cuts, especially when building boxes. With just a few pieces of scrap plywood …

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Holiday DIY Gnome Made from Scrap Wood

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Joe Heide from Woodworkers DiyLemma. It’s a quick and charming holiday build that turns leftover materials into a festive gnome perfect for decorating your home or giving as a handmade gift. Joe walks …

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Modern Cedar Planter Box on a Budget

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Matt Hagens

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 …

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Cedar Bird Feeder for Beginners

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Matt Hagens

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 …

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Simple Wooden Jewelry Box for a Vanity Dresser

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan from Simply Easy DIY. It’s a straightforward yet charming jewelry box designed with functionality in mind, perfect for beginners and a great fit for any vanity or child’s dresser. Stan walks …

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Mobile Storage Bin Cart for Workshop Organization

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan from Simply Easy DIY. It’s a rolling storage cart built to hold stackable bins, offering a flexible, efficient solution for workshop clutter. The design focuses on maximizing space while staying easy …

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Simple Wooden Storage Bins for Any Space

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Stan Sullivan from Simply Easy DIY. These storage bins are budget-friendly, easy to build, and a great way to keep clutter under control in your garage, workshop, or home. Stan focuses on making …

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