Build your own table saw stand

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Need a portable, but sturdy solution for your job site saw?  This table saw stand is solid, portable, and easy to build using just a couple of 2×4’s. I moved last summer, and because of that I lost my Ultimate Workbench.  At 4′ by 8′ of drawers, cabinets and storage, it was just too big […]

Simple storage; build a LARGE bookcase for less!

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Looking for storage that is customizable to fit any space? This large bookcase is 4′ x 7′ and very simple to build – PLUS much cheaper than even IKEA alternatives! Work has been so much fun!  I actually CREATED a job for myself, by coming up with improvements (maintenance, repairs and new builds) for my […]

The cheapest way to make hooks for dog leads

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I LOVE this post! I’m hoping it will do well virally, but my photos don’t really do justice to the simple perfection of this build.  If you have coats, purses, dog leashes, umbrellas, – anything that you want hung up – then you really need to try this because it is SO INEXPENSIVE!! Sure you […]

Simple wood tray – great for gifts!

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A follower-friend recently asked me to share building plans for a gift I was making and had shared on FB.  This is for you Debra-Ann! How to Build a Wood Tray with Mitred Corners  There’s something classy about a wood tray. It screams, “I’ve got my life together enough to serve drinks without juggling cups […]

Make your own wooden sled decoration

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I purchased a wooden sled at a nursery the other week for a whopping $40!  Worth it in the end because I was able to use it as a template to build 5 more as gifts, and share plans with you to build your own! Make your own wooden sled (5) 13 ½” x 1 […]

Patterned wood coasters made from plywood scraps

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DIY Patterned Wood Coasters: Turning Scraps into Table-Saving Superstars Let’s talk about wood coasters, folks. They’re the unsung heroes of home decor—protecting your precious tabletops from coffee rings, condensation, and that one friend who never uses a coaster (you know the one). But why settle for boring store-bought coasters when you can make your own? […]

Build a wooden parcel box in any size you want

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Because Your Packages Deserve VIP Treatment You could buy a delivery box for your front porch, pay hundreds, and be stuck with something poorly sized for your needs, OR you could build a wooden parcel box for a fraction of the price and with perfect dimensions to fit your space. Picture this: you’re out running […]