Project Design
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PROJECT: Summer Porch Swing
A contoured seat and back, plus cup holders on each arm, make this relaxed two-seater a comfortable place to enjoy a cool drink.
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VIDEO: Building a Classic Bookcase
This step-by-step project video shows you how to build a classic oak bookcase.
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Create Your Own Drawer Pulls
The author’s clever set of production techniques creates a line of bow-shaped wooden drawer pulls in a hurry!
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PROJECT: Shop-Made Band Saw Fence
Make a low-cost band saw fence with this free plan from the magazine.
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Design and Build a Bedroom Valet
Even this simply made piece of furniture required significant design work. Our author takes you through the process he used to design and build a highly functional, purpose built bedroom valet.
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Building an Art Deco Cabinet
With its curved sides and functional, pullout drawer, this elegant cabinet can serve as a practical bedside nightstand, an end table next to the couch or a freestanding piece.
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Recycled Mudroom Bench
This functional, cottage-styled mudroom bench was repurposed from an old coffee table. Here’s how we did it.
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Project Plan: Making a Classic Five-board Step Stool
Take a piece of home center lumber, saw it into five boards, spend a bit of shop time, and you’ve got a useful addition to your home.
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Building a New Workbench
There’s a time in every woodworker’s life when folding stands and rickety tables just won’t do. When you’re ready for a real workbench with a solid top and sturdy legs, consider building it yourself.
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Easy-To-Make Holiday Ornament
Sandor Nagyszalanczy gives an overview on how to turn one “yule log” into several fun ornaments for your friends and family.
