Tool Chests & Totes

With some basic materials and simple techniques you can build this handy toolbox with a classic design. The inspiration for this box is an old Stanley toolbox. While the design is more than 100 years old its sturdy construction and practical storage make it ideal for...

This compact and handsome storage project creates the perfect place for your small hand tools. Building a tool chest like this is a good way to hone skills that you can use in furniture projects. In the process of building this relatively small project you'll learn...

Build this 18th century tool chest with guidance from Christopher Schwarz. Build this 18th century tool chest with guidance from Christopher Schwarz. The large design features storage for loads of hand and power tools. You’ll be able to fit power tools like a jigsaw...

Craft this classy—and classic—basic tool chest for yourself! Craft this classy—and classic—basic tool chest for yourself! It will hold several screwdrivers wrenches pliers and socket sets. If you want a larger version just add more drawers or make the top deeper. We...

This elegant compact chest is designed to keep all of your favorite hand tools and accessories safe and secure. The words "treasure chest" come to mind when I look at this cabinetmaker's chest and it isn't hard to see why. But the real treasure isn't the...

With its classic lines solid wood construction and strong box joints this carpenter's toolbox will be around to use and admire for generations to come. Over the years I’ve run across a lot of old carpenter’s toolboxes but there’s something different about this...

Whether you hang this case on a wall or set it on a bench a tilting rack keeps your chisels right at hand. There’s no question that this chisel case is a great looking project. It’s made of quartersawn white oak. And we used mahogany for the dovetail “keys” in the...

Behind each chisel sandwiched between the two plates is a magnet strong enough to hold even the largest chisel in place. In most chisel racks the chisels simply dangle loosely occasionally knocking against one another and dulling the edges. This rack is very...

Carry your tools in style with this rugged bag. You can make it in a few days using simple tools and techniques. The look and feel of leather has a certain charm. Team that with durability and you’ve got a perfect combination for a tool bag. And the best part is you...

This beautiful traditionally styled chest will make the perfect home for your most prized hand tools. One look will tell you this wasn’t meant to be just a simple utilitarian tool chest. Two things immediately catch your eye. The first is the wood — curly and birdseye...