From the vertical siding to the pitched roof and detailed trim pieces this eight-sided birdhouse has many of the features you’d expect to find on a real house. When most people think of woodworking they imagine someone nailing together a birdhouse in the garage. But...
Outdoor & Patio Projects
Find the best woodworking plans, essential tools, and high-quality hardware to bring your projects to life. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced woodworker, we offer carefully selected resources to help you build with confidence.
Old Plane Birdhouse
Here’s a clever birdhouse design based on a 14” jackplane. Here’s a clever birdhouse design based on a 14” jackplane. You’ll have fun building the birdhouse and the birds in your neighborhood will enjoy a new hangout. What you get: Step-by-step photos Advice on...
Outdoor Taboret
This simple pine table is built from an original Gustav Stickley design and intended for use as an outdoor table though the design could easily be adapted to inside use as well. This simple pine table is built from an original Gustav Stickley design and intended for...
Outdoor Tray Table
At first glance this may seem like another "garden-variety" outdoor table. But the handles are your first clue that this is no ordinary table. Once you take a closer look at thissmall side table you’ll notice the top of the table lifts right off to become a convenient...
Outhouse Birdhouse
Functional for the birds fun for you to build! Yes birds will certainly live in this house but let's face it the design is mostly for your enjoyment. So enjoy! What you get: Step-by-step photos Advice on building Helpful illustrations Buy Now! Get Details [widget...
Patio Planter Box
A couple of tools and some basic woodworking skills are all it takes to build this durable planter. This planter box will really show off the potted plants on your patio. It not only looks great but it’s sturdy enough to last a long time. It may look like a lot of...
Patio Serving Cart
This easy-to-build cart features fold-out leaves a recessed tray and customized inserts. Perfect for your next cookout! When cooking out there never seems to be enough space for all the “stuff” that goes along with grilling. You need a spot for all those cooking...
Patio Table & Benches
Here’s an outdoor project that’s built with the same care and craftsmanship as fine indoor furniture. Compared to other types of furniture outdoor projects are really put to the test. Exposure to the ultraviolet rays of the sun and to extremes in heat and humidity...
Prairie Spindle Chair
Many Arts & Crafts enthusiasts consider the cube chair the stylistic peak of the Arts & Crafts movement. Many Arts & Crafts enthusiasts consider the cube chair the stylistic peak of the Arts & Crafts movement. This version borrows heavily from a chair...
Purple Martin Rowhouses Birdhouse
Martins will love this dwelling. Martins like to live in community and this fits the bill. It's simple to make in only 30 minutes or less. What you get: Step-by-step photos Advice on building Helpful illustrations Buy Now! Get Details [widget...
Precision Crosscut Sled
Accurate and chip-free crosscuts plus a versatile fence make this a must-have for your table saw. The lightweight sled design makes cutting large workpieces on the table saw a snap. The rock-solid fence ensures square cuts every time — with easy-to-adjust controls to make setup quick and simple.