There are so many small wooden objects inside our homes that we often take for granted until such a time we need them or they need to be fixed or replaced. And then when they have to be fixed, we just think of buying a replacement as buying is more convenient. You don’t really break a bread box that often or a lazy susan but if you did, instead of buying a replacement, why not just build one? You might have noticed birds visiting your garden in summer but have you ever thought of building a birdfeeder or birdhouse for your feathered friends? These are small woodworking projects that you could easily make on weekends and you can even ask your children or your spouse to join you in this adventure. Your local general merchandise store would surely stock wooden toyboxes or cake holder if ever your children and wife need them but wouldn’t they be more appreciative if you take the time to build these small woodworking projects for them? You will wonder however, if your woodworking skills are enough for you attempt such a venture. Making small woodworking projects is not such a life-changing event but it could certainly let you discover something new in yourself. Who knows but your hands maybe capable of creating a masterpiece desktop organizer or a paper towel holder for your kitchen?
The second project for bird lovers and also a great way to attract many different types of birds into your yard is a bird feeder. Do not buy one when you can build one that is not your standard boring bird feeder. The bird feeder like the bird house should be different from the standard. Something that stands out from other bird feeders.
Both types of stains are vary valuable as part of your finishing repertoire. You are really missing out if you only use one.
3. First-aid kit, topped up with extra antiseptic and all shapes and sizes of band-aids. Yes, it’s obvious, but the number of times I haven’t been able to find a band-aid in the kitchen drawer quite quickly enough. Once there really was blood on the carpet.
Birdhouses generally require few materials-unless you’re building a really large one or a birdhouse condo-and can easily be constructed with a few basic tools. They’re great woodworking projects for kids because basic models have a very simple construction. In addition, the cost of materials is minimal. You can even purchase all of the pieces in a kit if you don’t have access to a lot of power tools.
For a simple woodworking project, I’ll use as an example, building an ordinary book shelve unit. It doesn’t take a lot of skill, but the more effort you put into it the better the project will turn out and therefore the greater the satisfaction. Other items could be built using similar effort and steps. You want to save money by doing the job yourself with quality materials but with as few tools as possible. Besides, this particular job could be built in your room with little mess or dust.
Fifth tip? Choc-chip cookies. Keep them with the first aid kit. When it all starts going wrong, they never fail to lift the spirits a little.
Start with a woodwork bench for your next project. The great thing about a bench is that you can make it simple or more complicated.
Long exposure to this man has enabled me to pick up a few tips which might be useful to other people who live alongside woodworking designs and projects but who tend to pick up the pieces rather than screw them together.
Doing any wood project can be great fun and be a great addition to your home. Also many woodworkers use their talents in the woodworking shop as gifts. These can be very special coming from a loved one and can create a lasting family memory. We are very blessed with many such “gifts” ourselves.
