Beginner · about 2 hr 30 min
Carpenter Tote Toolbox
An open wooden tote with a dowel handle for carrying hand tools.
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Beginner · about 3 hr 20 min
Cedar Planter Box
An outdoor raised planter in rot-resistant cedar.
Read the free planBeginner · about 3 hr
Classic Cedar Birdhouse
A simple pitched-roof birdhouse from cedar fence boards — great outdoor first build.
Read the free planIntermediate · about 4 hr
Countertop Knife Block
An angled hardwood block with knife slots made by grooving strips before glue-up.
Read the free planBeginner · about 4 hr
Edge-Grain Hardwood Cutting Board
A classic hardwood edge-grain cutting board — the perfect first project.
Read the free planBeginner · about 2 hr 30 min
Garden Trellis Panel
A freestanding or fence-mounted lattice trellis for climbing plants.
Read the free planAdvanced · about 15 hr
Hand-Cut Dovetail Keepsake Box
A small walnut box with through dovetails and a fitted lid.
Read the free planBeginner · about 3 hr 30 min
Handled Serving Tray
A hardwood tray with breadboard-style ends or simple sides and cutout handles.
Read the free planBeginner · about 1 hr 30 min
Hardwood Coaster Set
A set of four to six hardwood coasters with cork backs and a simple holder.
Read the free planBeginner · about 3 hr
Hidden-Bracket Floating Shelf
A clean modern shelf that appears to float on the wall.
Read the free planIntermediate · about 4 hr 40 min
Leaning Ladder Shelf
A stylish leaning shelf with three to five treads that rests against the wall.
Read the free planBeginner · about 2 hr 40 min
Mitered Picture Frame
A clean mitered frame with a rabbet for glass, mat, and backing.
Read the free planBeginner · about 3 hr
Outdoor Firewood Rack
A raised firewood rack that keeps logs dry and off the ground.
Read the free planBeginner · about 2 hr
Shaker Peg Rail Coat Rack
A wall-mounted peg rail for coats and bags — one board, classic pegs, under two hours.
Read the free planIntermediate · about 7 hr
Shaker Step Stool
A sturdy two-step stool joined with dados and screws.
Read the free planIntermediate · about 6 hr
Simple Nightstand
A compact bedside table with one shelf and tapered or square legs.
Read the free planIntermediate · about 5 hr
Simple Outdoor Bench
A sturdy patio bench from 2x lumber with bolted legs — no fancy joinery.
Read the free planBeginner · about 2 hr
Simple Wall Shelf
A clean one-board shelf with hidden cleat mounting. Great first build for a beginner shop.
Read the free planBeginner · about 2 hr 20 min
Two-Tier Shoe Rack
A low entryway shoe rack with two slatted shelves.
Read the free planBeginner · about 2 hr 30 min
Wall Spice Rack
A slim wall rack with shelves and a front rail so jars cannot tip.
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