Misc Woodworking Projects starting with S

Build this cedar shower bench using the free woodworking plans at the link. Perfect spot to sit while in the shower. Cedar will help it last longer.

This cedar shower caddy will come in handy in the shower with a spot for your shampoo etc, and your soap. Easy project to build but be sure to use cedar. Check out the free plans at the link.

This is a quick and easy project for you to build over the weekend. A cedar shower mat. Check out the free plans at the link and be sure to use cedar for this project.

If you have squirrels in your backyard and wish to feed them then perhaps you could build them this cute squirrel picnic table feeder. Bonus...it's a great way to use up wood from your scrap pile. Check out the free building instructions at the link.

Isn't this Santa Stop Here sign adorable. So easy to make and you are free to paint it as you wish. The red and white really stand out for Santa to see. Follow along at the link to make your own sign.

If you are a gardener or new to gardening you might consider building this seed starter. It will give your seeds a head start in the spring and you can build it using the free woodworking plans at the link.

This welcome sign would be perfect for your front porch and it is easy for you to build yourself. Check out the free woodworking instructions to build this sign. Why buy when you can build for less money and perhaps learn a new skill.

Outdoor window shutters can add a lot of curb appeal to your home and you can easily make them yourself. Check out the building process at the link and add instant cube appeal this weekend.

This foldable wooden tray for a sofa arm is actually a quick and easy thing to build. You also don't need many tools. Great if you have no space for an end table. Check it out at the link and follow along to build this sofa arm tray.

Build this small secret storage unit with hidden key for hiding just about anything. You will need to add the hidden key to be able to open it. Follow the free woodworking tutorial at the link to build this fun project.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing of a Stickley Sofa. Viewer can deselect different components from Layers window to see the joinery of the different pieces. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Top view drawing of a sliding crosscut "shooting" board for TS. Has adjustable arm for miters. DXF Format

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple sofa and chair. Both are designed with off the shelf lumber materials. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Build this super-simple and super-effective solar collector in just one hour.

I was recently repairing a chair of the type with the arching back and a series of spokes or spindles going from the seat to the arch. The chair was missing one of the spindles, so had to make a new one. I did not think turning such a long and thin spindle on a lathe would be a good idea, and carving one out with a spokeshave would have taken too long to get it right. So I thought up a neat method of doing it on a jointer.

This is a simple soap holder woodworking plan.

A window always looks more dressed when you add shutters. Here is an inexpensive way to do just that. Build your own.

I collect nuts and bolts like a magnet. But I could not use them if I could not find the right size. To quickly size and sort bolts, I needed a way to quickly size and sort them.

This free woodworking construction plans and woodworkers projects information is courtesy of Dan Beard web site.

Keep shoes in one spot after you build this utility shoe stand. At the link you can download the free woodworking plan.

8 x 9 x 8 ft, Slab Roof, Concrete Block, Attached Firebox. Follow the instructions on that page to quickly find the plan number. This plan number is 5352.

Build an outdoor wood-fired Finnish sauna.

Create your own wooden sleigh rides sign using the free instructions at the link.

With this free tutorial, the guess work is taken out of the angles for making stars.

One of the more fun projects that I did with the Cub Scouts was help them to all build stilts. We started with a 10 foot x 2 inch x 2 inch board that had already rounded corner edges.

Build a wooden star using wood from your scrap pile. (I know you have one). At the link they show you the cutting angles so it should be easy. Free instructions at the link.

This rustic-looking frame will keep sunflowers and other tall plants from flopping over in the garden.

Learn how to install a tubular skylight to brighten any room; includes step-by-step instructions along with tips, materials, and tools lists.

Australian Woodsmith is a practical magazine for all woodworkers. From Issue 37. Building shutters to fit the windows in your home requires only a few simple changes to the design.

Here is a plan for an incredibly simple project. The minimalist design is both fun to make and functional. It is a great project if you do not have much time or material or if you are a beginner trying to gain some experience working with wood.