Due to the huge amount of primitive craft plans and patterns available, this main category for these items. Both free and fee plans are listed so check the Link Type for what you are looking for. All of the listings involve the use of of some wood in making the project.
Base may be 1/2 or 3/4 inch thick stock. This sample is 4-1/2 x 8-3/4 inches, but it may be longer to accommodate another piece such as a small Cow, cutout of a barn, dowel fence posts, etc. We try to make a small scene rather than just glue the piece to the base. A good size to feature on top of your mailbox.
Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. A unique way to display test tubes of plant cuttings. Beginner skill level.
Sawbucks projects! Using the smallest of scrap wood pieces. Bandsawn boxes are fun to create, are excellent gifts and may be very profitable. This design shows the basic technique for creating these enjoyable designs, but the variations are unlimited! Beginner skill level.
This is a cute little bear that you can paint like shown, or paint him all black and then detail the lines a white/grey to provide details. Beginner skill level using a jig saw should be able to accomplish this project.
This free crafts projects page is courtesy of the Meliz Crafts web site.
Nuthatch, Chickadee, Titmouse and Downy Woodpecker Houses. This house is taller than the preferred size because it narrows so much at the top and bottom and these are not really considered living area. There must be some leeway to allow variations in design. Resize to suit your needs. Beginner skill level.
Nuthatch, Chickadee, Titmouse and Downy Woodpecker Houses. This house is taller than the preferred size because it narrows so much at the top and bottom and these are not really considered living area. There must be some leeway to allow variations in design. Resize to suit your needs. Beginner skill level.
Another group of simple, personalized project using our simple alphabet plan 05-WP-011 (included). Key Chains, Necklace Initials, Lacing Necklaces, Tie Tacks and Lapel Pins. Initial jewelry is simple to make and always popular at craft shows. Scrap wood is all you need! The necessary jewelry hardware parts are commonly found in craft stores. Scrap wood and short lengths of dowel are all you need. Easily scale the pattern on your printer to make the size you want. A perfect beginner project for scouting, guides and 4H Club woodworking projects.
Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. Sell for a buck or two and you are in money. Simply resize the pattern to suit the size of notepad you are using. Beginner skill level. Choose to paint as little or as much detail as you want.
Of course, this pattern may be used for dowel stands, napkin stands and most of the other Country Projects that we offer. Mix and match the projects and patterns for a wide variety of designs!
Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. We are pretty sure once you see just how easy it is to make a band saw box, you will be making more. A basic 1 page instruction on how to make one. Beginner skill level.
Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. We are pretty sure once you see just how easy it is to make one of these towel racks, you will be making one. You could even use one as a tie rack. A basic 1 page instruction on how to make one. Beginner skill level.
Here we have our easy to make alphabet bookends. Easy to cut and paint using the smallest of scrap wood pieces or leave a natural wood color. Simply size the craft pattern to how you want it to be and print the drawing. Then its a matter of trace, cut and paint. Beginner skill level.
This is a 3 page pattern, simply join the pages together to get the full size half pattern. To get the other half, either print the mirror image of the pages or trace the pattern on the reverse of the paper. Resize to suit your needs. Shown here with the farmers wife #05-WP-174. This design may be a farmer or an Amish folkart design. Painting tips offered for both. Beginner skill level.
Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. This Christmas wreath pattern can be used as a a base for a door greeter decoration, or size the inner circle to the shape of your serving dish for a seasonal decoration. Beginner skill level.
Knife racks can be made from any plaque by gluing a knife bar to the plaque for holding the knives. We include a sample bar but you can simply change it to suit the size of you own cutlery. Beginner skill level.
This design features a half pattern that you print out and then flip over to get both parts of the pattern! The two pages fit together at the small circles to form the left side of the wreath and then the joined patterns are flipped over to form the right side of the wreath. The results will be a large heart with 4 stars and 10 stripes. Beginner skill level.
Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. This pattern set includes two different butterfly patterns. Use the wing patterns we supply or create your own! Be sure there is sufficient distance between the switch and the door moulding. Beginner skill level.
These flowers are a simple project for window boxes, indoor planters or in the yard. Cut the leaves and flower from 3/4 inch pine. You may use a 3/8 inch diameter dowel as the stem, but we prefer steel strap or band. This is available at many hardware stores and you can usually pick up some scraps at your local lumberyard when they cut open bundles of lumber. We like the straps because the flowers will wave in the wind and look more realistic. Beginner skill level using a scrollsaw.
This is a quick and fun project where accuracy does not matter and all you use is a scrap of 2 x 4 or 2 x 3. It is a toothpick holder that is handy at home and always gets a laugh at parties when offering toothpicks for snack foods. This is a 1 page pattern. Resize to suit your needs. Beginner skill level.
This free crafters projects page is courtesy of the Meliz Crafts web site.
With the smallest of wood pieces you could make a cute Doggone Doorstop. Also use as a bookend stop (without the wedge). Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. Beginner skill level. Choose to paint as little or as much detail as you want.
Robin or Phoebe Shed. Some birds prefer an open shed or platform rather than a closed house. Or it can be used as a place to feed squirrels or other small animals near your home or on the trail. Resize to suit your needs. Beginner skill level.
This free projects page is courtesy of the Meliz Crafts web site.
Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. Sell for a buck or two and you are still in money. Beginner skill level. Choose to paint as little or as much detail as you want.
This line art drawing can be used as a scrollsaw craft pattern with some editing.
Another simple, personalized project using our simple alphabet plan 05-WP-011 (sold separately). You could even use fonts found on your computer! Scrap wood and short lengths of dowel are all you need. Easily scale the pattern on your printer to make the size you want. A perfect beginner project for scouting, guides and 4H Club woodworking projects.
These mini-shapes can be used in country style craft projects. This page will deal mainly with detailing these small shapes. Of course, they may be decoratively painted if you have the skill, but there are other useful techniques too. Try dipping the pieces in stain and then painting a single detail such as a heart or design over the stain. Dip the pieces in a wash (thinned paint that is opaque similar to stain) and paint detail lines or use a permanent ink felt pen or paint pen. Try an antique finish by painting the plaque a light color and when dry, lightly wipe with a dark stain to age the paint. See the patterns for more options.
These mini-shapes can be used in country style craft projects. This page will deal mainly with detailing these small shapes. Of course, they may be decoratively painted if you have the skill, but there are other useful techniques too. Try dipping the pieces in stain and then painting a single detail such as a heart or design over the stain. Dip the pieces in a wash (thinned paint that is opaque similar to stain) and paint detail lines or use a permanent ink felt pen or paint pen. Try an antique finish by painting the plaque a light color and when dry, lightly wipe with a dark stain to age the paint. See the patterns for more options. Beginner skill level.
The Country-Mini shapes may be grouped together to make larger scenes. Since birds flock together, these Geese are a great subject for groupings. The grouping does not have to be of similar designs, so do not be afraid to try a barn yard scene with Cow, Pig, Chicken, etc. or maybe a childs project with a mix of Gingerbread Men and Teddy bears. The basic scene is created on a base as shown below, but we have decorated things like coat racks with a row of brightly colored shapes and have even made mobiles with these small designs.