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Beginner

Floating Wine Holder

August 17, 2014

I made this floating wine holder for my dad, and it turned out really good. All it is is a 1 x 4 with a 27 degree bevel and a…
A Beginner’s Mitered Box

January 15, 2014

A novice's attempt at design and execution.
My Garage in a perfect world

January 23, 2012

This would be the layout of my shop, if I were to miraculously win the lottery...and if we decided not to move afterward. :-) The Shop Planner is a pretty…
Jason’s Rocking Horse

December 5, 2008

This was my first project in hardwood. I was lucky to find the very good plans of Mr. Linck. The project came together relatively easily and quickly. I don't have…
Free Plan: Classic Lift-Lid Box

November 27, 2008

Revisit Doug Stowe's classic keepsake box with this excerpt from his book Basic Box Making. Perfect for beginners and experts, these plans can be easily adapted in size, proportions, joinery,…
Free Patterns: Bread Boards and Cutting Boards

November 26, 2008

Cutting boards are a great first project for the novice woodworker, and perfect for the this time of year when quick holiday projects are in demand. Watch the video and…