Tic Tac Toilet Paper Holder

Tic Tac Toilet paper holder, Tic Tac Toe, Half lap joint

Looking to practice a new building skill? This Tic Tac Toilet paper holder is fun, functional, AND a great project for learning half-lap joints!  Just above beginner level woodworking, but nothing you can’t handle! GUYS!  I won Graduate of the Year for 2022 for ALL of the career colleges in Ontario!  Talk about Gob-smacked, flattered, […]

How to choose a sander

DIYer's Guide to Sanders

So you’re looking to start refinishing furniture, or perhaps even start DIYing a few small builds and are wondering what sander does what?  I did too, but after a bit of research I’ve put together this list for “How to choose a sander” to help narrow down your selection based on your use. This is […]

Kids home for summer? You need a snack rack!

DIY Snack Station / DIY Produce Stand / DIY Display Stand

Kid’s are home for summer and are undoubtedly eating you out of house and home.  If you want to monitor snacking to include some healthy options, and reduce your foot mileage in getting snacks for everyone, make this snack rack / snack stand for everyone to enjoy! I built this snack rack back in 2016 […]

Beginner build: Wood Ottoman Tray

large wood tray, ottoman tray

Can you ever go wrong with trays?  Food trays, decorative trays, patio trays, plant trays… and today I’m sharing this oversized ottoman tray.  This is a repost of a build – one of my earliest – from 2016.   This post contains Amazon affiliate links to items I used.  For full affiliate disclosure please see […]

Catio

Catio, cat enclosure

I have received so many compliments on my DIY Catio (enclosed cat patio)!  Today I’m sharing the 12 steps I used to determine the size, shape and build for mine so that you can make one too.  Trust me, it’s more than just birds and mice that will be happy your cat isn’t traipsing the […]

Adirondack Chair Planter

Chair planter, Adirondack chair planter, novelty planter

Today my friend Chris is sharing his free building plans and tutorial for building this perfectly adorable Adirondack chair planter.  This is a fantastic scrap wood project and will add a touch of whimsy to your porch or patio. Howdy, I’m Chris. A long time friend and extra set of hands for Shelly. You may […]

Free birdhouse plans

free birdhouse plans, DIY birdhouses

Free birdhouse plans for not one, but two different birdhouses! Measurements, cut lists and instructions for these DIY birdhouses – each coming in at less than $4 in wood! One of my most popular posts of all time is the time I shared Ana White’s birdhouse plans.  It was easy, inexpensive, and has lasted from […]