3 Easy Garden Projects for Beginners

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Matt Hagens

This project series was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It includes three quick, practical builds aimed at new gardeners and DIYers: a protective plant enclosure, a basic trellis, and a raised bed that requires no tools. …

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Beginner Woodworking Projects Using Only 2x4s

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Matt Hagens

This series of beginner-friendly projects was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. Using nothing more than standard 2×4 construction lumber, he walks through three functional and approachable builds that are perfect for anyone just starting out. These …

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Simple Router Table from a Mobile Shelf

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a straightforward way to turn a basic rolling shelf into a compact, functional router table that’s easy to move, store, and adapt for other shop uses. Clinton’s …

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Simple One-Board Cedar Bird Feeder

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a straightforward feeder made from a single cedar fence picket or scrap lumber, with a hinged roof for easy refilling and cleaning. The design is durable, weather-resistant, …

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Heavy-Duty Custom Shoe Rack for an Entryway

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a sturdy, repairable shoe rack designed to solve the common problem of cluttered entryways while fitting the room’s style. The build focuses on strength, affordability, and easy …

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DIY Outdoor Horseshoes Game Pit

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a simple, affordable weekend build that turns a patch of lawn into a family-friendly space for friendly competition and outdoor fun. Designed for easy assembly and long-term …

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Simple DIY Track Saw for Beginners

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a budget-friendly way to get long, straight cuts from a circular saw without the cost of a commercial track saw. Professional track saws excel at precise, repeatable …

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Fold-Down Wall-Mounted Table for Backyard Use

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a smart fold-down table designed to mount on an exterior wall, offering a compact, space-saving solution that folds out when needed and tucks away when not in …

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Convertible Outdoor Table Bench for Small Spaces

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a convertible outdoor bench that doubles as a compact picnic table—perfect for porches, patios, or any backyard with limited space. Using common construction lumber and straightforward joinery, …

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Pivoting Wooden Car Ramps for Easier Maintenance

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Clinton from Specific Love Creations. It’s a clever, budget-friendly solution for raising your vehicle safely and gaining better access for oil changes, inspections, and basic repairs. By rethinking the common car ramp, Clinton …

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Wooden Box with Perfect Case Miters Using Hand Tools

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Norman Pirollo from WoodSkills. It focuses on precise miter joinery using traditional hand tools, showcasing Norman’s refined approach to building clean, professional boxes with tight-fitting corners. Rather than relying on power tools or …

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Restoring a Vintage Oak Coat Rack

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Matt Hagens

This project is by Gary Herd, better known as The Bearded Woodworker. It’s a thoughtful restoration of an old coat and hat rack, originally built from oak and full of vintage character despite years of wear. Gary takes a careful …

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Classic Wooden Planter Box

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Matt Hagens

This project was built and designed by Jon Peters from Longview Woodworking. It’s a clean, durable wooden planter box that blends traditional joinery with modern woodworking techniques for long-lasting performance and style. Jon’s approach emphasizes precision, repeatability, and thoughtful design. …

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