You expect a large project to attract a lot of attention. But sometimes a small weekend project like this mantel clock can surprise you. There’s no doubt about it — what grabs your attention right away is the dramatic curly maple. But the clean lines and simple...
Woodworking Plans
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Maple Armchair
This chair will be at home in a variety of settings. And since it relies on simple construction techniques it’s easy to build. To many woodworkers building a set of chairs can be intimidating. There are a lot of parts angles that must be cut and fit and when you’re...
Maple Workbench
This traditional-style workbench has everything you'd expect... a large worksurface and built-in vises to hold your workpieces. A good workbench must accomplish a few things. First it must be sturdy. It’s the foundation you work on and if it moves your work will be...
Marking Gauge
An heirloom-quality marking gauge is not only a functional and attractive tool but a pleasure to use when laying out joinery. Making your own hand tools is a great way to personalize your shop. This marking gauge is a tool that’s sure to see lots of action. The beauty...
Martin Highrise Birdhouse
The purple martins in your area will be fighting for the penthouse view when you build and mount this cool high rise in your backyard or field. The purple martins in your area will be fighting for the penthouse view when you build and mount this cool high rise in your...
Melodic Tongue Drum
The techniques that go into making this drum are similar to those you’d use for building a small box. The difference with this project is that you get to play with it when you’re done. The tongue drum is one of the world’s oldest known instruments. They’ve been a part...
Metal Inlay Box
This box is an eye-catching project all on its own but the metal inlay pattern on the lid makes it even better. Making a box offers a good break from typical woodworking. Boxes require a small investment in materials — often from your scrap bin. And in a short time...
Micro-Adjustable Shooting Board
Fine-tuning the joinery on your projects is a cinch with this must-have precision bench accessory. Shooting boards used to be a staple in most woodworking shops — there’s no better tool for trimming workpieces for gap-free joinery. All you need is a sharp hand plane....
Military Writing Desk
This ingenious box from the early 1800s folds open to reveal a leather surface that's ideal for writing letters. Here’s an elegant writing desk with a leather writing surface and brass hardware. Fold it up and store it on the corner of your desk when not in use. This...
Mini Cutting Board & Cheese Slicer
The small amount of material and time required to build this cutting board and cheese slicer set makes it the perfect gift for the holidays. As woodworkers we’re always looking for the perfect gift project. This cheese slicer and board set fits that bill perfectly. In...
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.