This project was built and designed by Billy from Newton Makes. It’s a compact and elegant stand designed for pour-over coffee lovers who appreciate both form and function in their daily routine.
More than just a tool for brewing, this sculpted coffee stand adds a handmade touch to your kitchen or coffee station. The build focuses on shaping clean curves, smooth surfaces, and a stable structure—ideal for displaying and using a pour-over dripper.
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A Thoughtful and Personal Project
Billy takes a relaxed and intuitive approach to this build, letting the shape and flow of the wood guide the final form. Rather than relying on exact dimensions or rigid plans, the project develops organically as each cut and curve adds to the piece’s character.
This makes it a great option for woodworkers who enjoy working by eye and hand, allowing creativity to take the lead. The final result is both functional and artistic.
Materials and Tools You’ll Need
A durable hardwood is preferred for this build, not just for strength but for the rich look it brings once finished. The project doesn’t require a large amount of wood, making it a good way to use up a small but beautiful offcut from the shop.
Tools include a bandsaw for rough shaping, a spindle sander for refining curves, and a router for making the large opening needed for the dripper. Each tool plays a key role in giving the stand its signature flowing lines.
Building the Base
The stand begins with a solid base that includes a circular cutout large enough to hold a pour-over coffee dripper. Since the hole exceeds the size of most standard drill bits, Billy uses a router to cut a clean and accurate circle.
This approach avoids tear-out and gives the piece a refined look from the start. The router is guided slowly and evenly, ensuring the base remains stable and balanced throughout the process.
Adding Support and Structure
A thicker vertical piece is added to support the dripper platform. While its purpose is structural, it also acts as a visual anchor in the overall design.
Billy selects a board that’s thick enough to hold shape but thin enough to remain elegant. This section offers room for creativity, as he sculpts the profile to add movement and grace to the overall form.
Shaping the Stand
After roughing out the form on the bandsaw, the pieces are refined using templates. Billy designs the shape digitally, prints the template, and attaches it to the wood using spray adhesive and contact paper.
This step ensures symmetry and consistency, especially for more complex shapes. Once the outer profile is cut, a spindle sander is used to clean up interior curves, giving the piece a smooth and tactile feel.
Detailing and Finish Work
Attention then turns to fine-tuning each surface. Edges are eased and smoothed, transitions are blended, and any imperfections are corrected. This attention to detail makes a big difference in how the piece looks and feels in hand.
For the finish, Billy applies teak oil. It penetrates deeply and brings out the natural character of the hardwood, enriching the color and giving the stand a subtle sheen. The oil also provides some protection, ensuring the stand holds up well in a kitchen environment.
Why This Project Stands Out
This pour-over stand isn’t built to impress with complicated joinery or flashy techniques. Instead, its charm lies in the balance of simplicity and elegance—the result of deliberate shaping and careful sanding.
By focusing on clean lines and natural materials, Billy shows how a functional item can also be a small piece of art. The design fits seamlessly into a coffee lover’s routine while also catching the eye on the counter.
A Perfect Project for Any Skill Level
Whether you’re just getting started in woodworking or looking for a project that offers a break from boxy furniture builds, this coffee stand is a great option. It offers room for creativity, uses minimal materials, and requires only a handful of tools.
Billy’s casual, confident approach reminds viewers that projects don’t have to follow strict plans to turn out beautifully. With some hardwood, basic shaping tools, and a good finish, you can turn a small offcut into something useful and beautiful.
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