Charming Plant Stool from Scrap Wood

Triangle plant stand with a hexagon top made from wood scraps.

If you hate throwing away small cut offs of wood, you are going to love this project! This fun plants stand uses up those small scraps to make them into something amazing. Every cut of wood needed to build this plant stool is less that 12″. So you can probably make it from pieces you … Read more

Easy DIY Platform Bed Frame Build

DIY platform bed frame with mattress in a brightly lit bedroom.

Say goodbye to boring metal bed frames that need box springs! A platform bed frame is so much better. This DIY wood bed frame is easy to build. I partnered with Kreg Tools to make this bed frame come together quickly using the Kreg 520Pro pocket hole jig. It is the perfect mobile jig for … Read more

Simple Scrap Wood Curtain Rod Brackets

Room full of plants and white sheer curtains hung with DIY scrap wood curtain rod brackets.

Why are curtains so expensive? Then once you buy them, you still have to spend a small fortune on curtain rods and curtain rod brackets to hand them. But I will let you in on a secret… You can make your own DIY wood curtain rod brackets from small scraps of wood. Then use inexpensive … Read more

Easy DIY Bookends from Wood Scraps

Art deco brass painted bookends made from scrap wood holding craft books on a desk.

Organize your bookshelf with some fun new DIY bookends. Bookends make your bookcase look so fancy. They make it easy to stage areas with books, trinkets, photos and more. But what do you do if you don’t have any? You make your own DIY bookends from scraps of wood! Simple Wooden Bookends These simple to … Read more

3 Easy Ways to Build DIY Drawers

Looking down on a bank of drawers in a cabinet opened slightly to reveal the DIY drawer boxes.

If you are new to woodworking or cabinetry you might be afraid to try building your own drawers. Words like dovetail and box joints sound so complicated. But what if I told you you could make strong, sturdy drawers without the complicated joinery? These 3 drawer box designs are perfect for any woodworker who wants … Read more

Scrap Wood Cake Plate with Dome

White cake with berries on wood cake plate made from scrap wood with glass dome.

Turn small scraps of wood into a unique cake stand with glass dome. Nothing says fancy like serving a cake off a beautiful wood cake plate. Am I right? Even if your cake is a store bought cake, topped with fresh berries instead of frosting or beautiful decorations. A gorgeous cake stand makes it look … Read more

Fast & Easy Router Circle Cutting Jig

Cutting out a circle with the fast & easy router circle cutting jig.

Cut perfect circles easily with this router circle guide. You can cut circles may ways, but none are as perfect as cutting a circle with a router! A router on a circle cutting jig will give you beautiful circles with clean sides. And you can router out circles as big as you need without needed … Read more

Easy DIY Monitor Stand From Wood Scraps

DIY monitor stand made from scrap wood with an iMac on top of it on a desk.

Raise your monitor to the right height with this simple wood monitor stand. Monitor stands are more than just a pretty desk accessory. Having your monitor at the right height is better for ergonomics and that is better for you! Plus this DIY monitor stand creates a super handy shelf on your desktop. You can … Read more

What is the Best Kreg Pocket Hole Jig for You

Four Kreg Pocket hole jigs displayed on a table top.

Learn about the pros and cons of all of the Kreg Pocket hole jigs so you can pick the right one for you. Whether you are looking to buy your first Kreg pocket hole jig or ready to upgrade, you need to understand all the features and differences to pick the right one for you … Read more

How to Build a Bookcase

Bookcase with stained inside and black painted outside.

Whether you want your bookshelf freestanding or built-in, this complete guide has everything you need to build a bookcase. I will break down everything you need to know to build a custom bookcase, including how to make a cut list. Building a bookshelf is a lot like building your own cabinets. They are easier than … Read more

Sealing Butcher Block Countertops

Looking down the side of a butcher block countertop as the top of a blue built in desk.

Protect your beautiful butcher block countertop with a food safe sealer. Butcher block countertops are so classic. But they need to be sealed to protect the wood from staining and water damage. There are many different ways to seal your butcher block. If you want a strong, waterproof finish that does not add any gloss … Read more

Installing Butcher Block Countertop

Birch butcher block installed as countertop over blue cabinets.

Add charm and function to your kitchen with a DIY butcher block countertop. Butcher block countertops are classic and add a wonderful warmth to any kitchen. Plus, you can install your own butcher block countertop for a fraction of the cost of other countertops. They are a beautiful, functional, and budget countertop option! A butcher … Read more