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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 farmer #05-WP-173. This design may be a farmer or an Amish folk art design. Painting tips offered for both. Beginner skill level.

May be cut from almost any thickness of plywood or from 3/4 or 1-1/2 inch wood. Decorate a Halloween yard scene with a witch standing next to it... ready to catch her next victim for her wicked brew! This is a 2 page pattern. Beginner skill level using a scroll saw should be able to accomplish this project easily.

Napkin Stands are very popular and we offer a couple of different ways to make them from our country plaques. You could also make into a book rack, cd holder, etc. We try to make all of our projects into useful items because they sell much better than purely decorative pieces. Beginner skill level.

Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. In this plan we feature a full-size half pattern. Paint as you desire. Beginner skill level. This project would look great in the yard, on the porch, on the side of a barn or tool shed or fence or anywhere you like! Choose to paint as little or as much detail as you want.

Mirrors are easy to make from breadboards and trivets. Or use our strawberry pattern to make a berry unique gift. Beginner skill level. Bonus mystery plan included!

Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. This simple Christmas tree pattern can be used as a shelf decor tole painting project. 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.

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. Beginner skill level.

This design features a full size pattern that you print out over 10 pages, simply tape together to get your full pattern. Beginner skill level.

This is a cute little fawn that you can paint like shown, or paint 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 is a very flexible design that can be used alone or as part of other projects, with or without the arrow. Paint and decorate as you wish! Mount on a stick or on top of your mail box! 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.

Thanksgiving is a time of harvest, bounty and family. This is a 4 page pattern. Be sure to print all parts and join together to get the full size pattern. Resize to suit your needs. Beginner skill level using a jig saw should be able to accomplish this project easily.

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.

Fun to poke in the garden. You may turn this pattern into a weathervane by using an Arrow from one of our Weathervane projects, or sketch your own. Be sure to check out all the options on the other Primitive Patterns pages. Beginner skill level.

The project shows the figure mounted in a two-post sign. We also include the pattern merged onto one page that you can use as a guide to piece together your pages. Its also suitable for an intarsia project. Be sure to check all the options in the accompanying pages to see the other options for one-post signs, yard pokes, etc. The figure may be made flat (from one board) or layered, have an attached or suspended sign, may be wall mounted, used as a simple yard poke or mounted in a one or two post stand (as shown on page 3) with even more options for each! This project does not include instructions for the posts as that is a simple project consisting of three posts; two in the ground and one spanning across the top.

Sawbuck projects! Build from the smallest scrap wood you probably have in your workshop and sell for a couple bucks at craft shows. A basic 1 page instruction on how to make one, with full size drawings. Beginner skill level.

Here we have our easy to make Santa face. 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.

Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. For al you pasta lovers out there, here is a quick way to manage your portions. Beginner skill level.

Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. Pretty sure they no longer print TV guides but if you are thinking about decorating old school, here is one way hit pause on style! Beginner skill level.

Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. Turn inexpensive wooden spoons into attractive wall plaques. Beginner skill level.

A quick and easy tutorial on how to draw ovals, hexagons and octagons. Beginner skill level.

Plaques, especially holiday plaques, can be used for numerous projects. This plan offers two related designs from one pattern. The full size plaque can be used as a trivet or plate server. Then cut out the smaller shamrock from the trivet to make the napkin ring. When done, simply pop the napkin ring back into the cutout for storage with the trivet. Beginner skill level.

Our Garden Girl with watering can can add a splash of color to the garden through many seasons. Paint whatever colors you like. Use contrasting colors on the watering can to make it pop! Beginner skill level.

Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. A duck coat or clothes rack for cheep cheep cheep! 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.

Sawbuck projects! Cut it out from scrap wood you probably have in your workshop. A nice wall decoration may be made using a plaque and some basic embroidery material. 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.

Easy to make from a scrap block of wood and a beautiful addition to the garden or pathway by mounting on a stick. Its called a poke because you mount it onto the stick and poke the stick into the ground. Beginner skill level using a scrollsaw.