Woodworking Projects

Why Wood Movement Matters in Handmade Furniture

Why Wood Movement Matters in Handmade Furniture

Wood moves. That’s a simple fact of woodworking and something that always needs to be considered when working with solid wood. It’s one of the reasons why, in my humble...

Why Wood Movement Matters in Handmade Furniture

Wood moves. That’s a simple fact of woodworking and something that always needs to be considered when working with solid wood. It’s one of the reasons why, in my humble...

Cherry Bench with Turned Legs

Cherry Bench with Turned Legs

Shaker-Inspired Bench with Turned Legs Download the Plans Shaker-Inspired Cherry Bench There’s something timeless about a simple Shaker-inspired bench. Clean lines, sturdy construction, and thoughtful details make this cherry bench...

Cherry Bench with Turned Legs

Shaker-Inspired Bench with Turned Legs Download the Plans Shaker-Inspired Cherry Bench There’s something timeless about a simple Shaker-inspired bench. Clean lines, sturdy construction, and thoughtful details make this cherry bench...

Outdoor Tabletop: Third Time’s a Charm

Outdoor Tabletop: Third Time’s a Charm

I built this outdoor table almost eight years ago, back in September 2018, and it’s been a bit of a journey ever since. The day the table was finished: painted...

Outdoor Tabletop: Third Time’s a Charm

I built this outdoor table almost eight years ago, back in September 2018, and it’s been a bit of a journey ever since. The day the table was finished: painted...

$25 and Two Power Tools Can Build This Bench

$25 and Two Power Tools Can Build This Bench

Here’s a fun weekend project that proves you don’t need a big budget or a full workshop to build something solid and long-lasting. Back in March 2022, I built this...

$25 and Two Power Tools Can Build This Bench

Here’s a fun weekend project that proves you don’t need a big budget or a full workshop to build something solid and long-lasting. Back in March 2022, I built this...

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard: A Skill-Building Showcase

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard: A Skill-Bu...

This mid-century modern–inspired walnut sideboard is a perfect blend of form and function. Designed with versatility in mind, it offers generous storage through three deep central drawers, flanked by cabinet...

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Sideboard: A Skill-Bu...

This mid-century modern–inspired walnut sideboard is a perfect blend of form and function. Designed with versatility in mind, it offers generous storage through three deep central drawers, flanked by cabinet...

Building a Shaker-Inspired Bench from Solid Cherry

Building a Shaker-Inspired Bench from Solid Cherry

There’s something enduring about Shaker furniture—its quiet elegance, purposeful design, and unwavering focus on craftsmanship. This bench is inspired by an original piece dating from 1825–1850 in Hancock, Massachusetts, thoughtfully...

Building a Shaker-Inspired Bench from Solid Cherry

There’s something enduring about Shaker furniture—its quiet elegance, purposeful design, and unwavering focus on craftsmanship. This bench is inspired by an original piece dating from 1825–1850 in Hancock, Massachusetts, thoughtfully...