Once you figure out what you want to build, the next thing is to get a good set of plans that detail everything you’ll need to take your woodworking project from start to finish. A few things that every good set of woodworking plans should include are detailed instructions, a list of materials needed for…

In part 1 of our series, we’ll cover the basic tools you need to have before you can begin your first project. While there are many types of tools available at all different price points, this article will help you to understand the essential tools that you must have to get started. Later, as your…

Somehow, it makes it a ton easier when you have lots of excellent plans from which to choose. One single poject plan is not always going to work out for you so having choices makes things nice. Do yourself a big favor and get a good quality plan if you are considering working on a…

Whether you’re a total woodworking newbie or a master woodworker, having the right plans and step-by-step directions will have you creating stunning, professional woodworking projects, effortlessly and on time. All kidding aside, having the best woodworking ideas in your bag of project tricks will make you look like a Woodworking Rockstar to the rest of…

Didn’t think so… Again, the amount of money required will depend on the type of project you undertake and whether you require specialist tools. It is wise to bear in mind that sophisticated and expensive tools are not a necessity. In fact, most projects can be completed with basic hand tools. The digital woodworking packages…

I STARTED BUILDING IT! My measurements were wrong among other problems. I’ve learned a hard lesson here and never again will I build a woodworking project without a plan! When getting started into woodworking it is important to focus on educating yourself first before you can start any project. Nowadays because of the Internet gaining…

While some of the woodworking books you may have collected over time seem to have the same types of projects, what can you do for something new and unique? If you have decided to turn your hobby into a way to make some money doing what you love, you will want an assortment of great…

Perhaps it would be good to start with a question of scale. Some wood turners consider themselves to be pen turners and almost everything they turn will be a pen. This is itself leads to small scale turning. Among others, two obvious questions may be raised. First, what about moving to larger scale items? Second,…