Small Stuff Woodworking Plans for Projects

It stores a pair of pens, then hands them to you. Raising the lid lifts the pen and pencil right out of this handsome desktop box. It is perfect for turned wooden pens and pencils—you could even make ...

Do you hunt for your keys in one place, and your watch, cell phone, or jewelry in others? This handsome project, which has open and drawer storage, puts an end to the frustrating searches by giving su...

You can make this special potpourri container in just one evening. The screened bottom and decorative scrollsawn top maximize air circulation for scent-sational results.

A pretty fair number of ornamental box designs cross our desks, but this is one of the nicest. It is a simple project that does not require a lot of work, but the end result is solid construction and ...

Designed for a 5 x 9.5 foot flag, this case preserves the carefully folded symbol of our nation and honors the memory of a loved one. You can set this case on a tabletop or shelf, or hang it on a wall...

Add some spice to mealtimes with this pleasing plump turned shaker set. All you need is a lathe, a couple of bits, and basic turning skills to form these attractive dining accessories in a dash ...

Serve cheese and crackers on this terrific turned tray. A maple cheeseboard graces the center of this domed mahogany tray, making an ideal service for all kinds of snacks. A knife with a turned birds ...

Thanks to its simple pinned hinge, this case props itself open for displaying cards on a desktop, and also folds shut into a slim tote for traveling in a suit-coat pocket. Completed, it measures just ...

A small investment in time and materials makes a big payoff when this weekend project brightens a spot in your home. The acrylic for the diffuser and all the lamp hardware are conveniently available ...

We also sell a downloadable PDF of this plan. Keep jewelry, photographs, letters and other cherished items in this stylish case that features an eye-catching ceramic centerpiece. This project works ...

Give a memorable present of fine wine packaged in your craftsmanship. Thanks to straightforward construction and just six parts, you can complete this beautiful holder in a couple of hours. Whether you...

Ikebana, the Japanese art of arranging flowers, differs from Western practice by using asymmetrical form and including empty space as part of the composition. Any plant material, branches, leaves, gra...

Turn your cut-off scrap into attractive key chains that will leave your friends and family wondering, How did you do that? Tell them if you want to, but the secret lies in making a small log of multip...

Add ambiance to any room with these candleholders, made from cherry and accented with copper tray liners and back inserts. Finished projects measure 8, 12, and 16 inches high.

Woodworkers talk about finishing wood to make the grain glow, but when you turn on the light inside this display table, the grain literally shines as the quilted-maple-veneer panels come to light. By ...

Three species of wood, and a bit of aluminum, give this little project lots of visual appeal. (And do not worry about working with aluminum, you already have everything you need to cut and shape it.) ...

Contrasting woods give these coasters, and their matching holder, a classic styling, while a cork insert (sourced in the article) absorbs condensation to protect your tabletops. Simple, scrapwood cons...

With a handful of that scrap wood you have been keeping for a special project and three cylinder vases. We used spalted maple, walnut and a small amount of wenge to make the one shown here. Before mak...

Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright, this beautiful case echoes of the Prairie School architectural style. With attention to construction detail, you will produce a finely crafted box to reward yourself or...