Woodworking can be pretty intimidating, especially for people who don’t have a clue on what tool or wood to use. Carpentry techniques and power tools are sometimes really complicated, too. Not all experts started their woodworking journey already knowing what a jigsaw is for and how it is different from a reciprocating saw; nor did they perfected their first bevelled cut or got all their measurements correctly. And who says you have to start by building a massive tree house or a complicated piece, anyway?
Woodworking and DIY projects don’t always have to be on a larger scale, especially for beginners. Start small and easy, then you can inch your way closer to those bigger projects as you learn along the way. Yes, we’re talking about taking baby steps to get you there, and the key to start that journey is simplicity.
Simple and easy projects that don’t need a lot of tools and wouldn’t take a lot of your time are ideal for newbies. To help you out in picking your first official DIY or woodworking project, we have listed top woodworking projects for beginners you can choose from.
*Note: the difficulty level of all the following DIY woodwork projects is at beginner/easy level only. Thus, those looking for more complicated projects may find these too basic. On the other hand, all newbies and beginners can feel comfortable trying out any of the following, and if you got time on your hands, challenge yourself and do more than a few!
100 Beginners Woodworking Projects:
1. Simple Wall Shelf
Full Project: Pallet University
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Making a simple wall shelf from a pallet is an easy project that wouldn’t stress you out with heavy labor. The most complicated step from this project could be the cutting of pallet, where a sawzall might be needed. All other steps simply include screwing the wood pieces into place and adding your finishing touches.
- Drill
- Sawzall/Reciprocating Saw
- Handsaw
- Orbital Sander
- Paintbrush
- 1 Pallet
- Sandpaper
- 1/8" Drill Bit
- Paint & Stain
- 1 5/8" Wood Screw
2. Porch or garden table
Full Project: Dorsey Designs
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
There are countless of beginner tutorial on how to make a basic table, but this one stands out as its final product is a nice piece that you can use to style your home porch or garden. Simple cuts and screws are the majority of the making process, perfect for everyone just starting out.
- Any saw available capable of cutting through lumber
- Drill Bit
- Lumber
- Stain or paint
- Screws
- Sandpaper
3. Sofa Sleeve and Cup Holder
Full Project: A Beautiful Mess
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
This project is the ingenious solution to couch potato coffee-lovers always trying to find places for their hot beverage. The simple steps needed in creating this piece include cutting the wood into proper pieces, drilling a hole to serve as the cup holder.
- Clamps (at least 8″ long)
- Hole saw in diameter of your choice
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Power drill
- Wooden board
- Plywood
- Wood glue
- Wood stain
- Sandpaper
- Steel wool
- Polyurethanse
4. Candle Holder
Full Project: Simply Country Life
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Recycle an old chunk of wood and bring to life a rustic looking candle holder with this simple woodworking project. All it takes is a bit of drilling and nailing some pieces into place—a great practice for newbies for no/minimal cost.
- Saw
- Drill
- A chunk of rough sawn wood or any old plank of scrap wood
- Horseshoes
- Hammer
- Nails
- Protective finish
5. Wooden Media Box
Full Project: Homedit
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Achieve a neat and clutter-free TV area by making your very own media box. The homey feel of the wood is a perfect contrast to the technology the project would support and be useful for. It’s a great conversation-starter when you have guests at your home.
- Two clamps
- Saw (for cutting wood into desired dimension)
- 3 pieces of any wood
- Sanding block
- Wood glue
- Clear spray finish
6. Address Number Wall Planter
Full Project: Shanty 2 CHIC
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Spruce up your doorway entrance with this multipurpose DIY project. With this wood piece, you’ll get an address number indicator, a wall planter, and a decorative item all out of simple project! It wouldn’t take a lot of time, plus you’ll get to try out your first few power tools.
- Drill
- Electric sander
- Cedar fence picket
- Cedar Board
- Metal address numbers
- Plants (succulents)
- Wood stain
7. Cookbook Stand or Tablet Holder
Full Project: HGTV
Estimated Time Needed: 3-4 Hours
This simple project will let you come up with a perfect gift for yourself, your spouse, friend or any home cook you know who love experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen. Just a few hours of simple work can produce an item can both accommodate traditional and techy chefs, as it can serve as both Cookbook Stand and a Tablet Holder.
- Miter saw
- 2 bar clamps
- Orbital palm sander
- Drill
- New or reclaimed wood (7/8" thick)
- Eye protection
- Measuring tape
- Combo square
- Wood glue
- 1-1/4" self-boring wood screws
- All natural hemp oil or wood finish of your choice
- Natural bristle brush or lint-free cloth
- Drill bit and driver bit with countersink
8. Scrap Plywood Candle Holders
Full Project: jenwoodhouse.com
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
If you’ve got a few woodworking tools at hand and a lot of scrap wood lying around your workshop, you’ll have a fun time making decorative pieces in this DIY project. After making these candle holders from scrap plywood, you’ll surely get a good feeling and a true DIY-er satisfaction from saving your former “trash” and making them into beautiful wood pieces.
- Hole saw
- Bench Sander
- Bench Vise (optional)
- Drill bit
- Bar clamp
- Scrap plywood
- Wood glue
- Sandpaper
- Clear poly
- Tea lights
9. Bird Feeder
Full Project: 100 Things 2 Do
Estimated Time Needed: Less than 20 Minutes
Easy to do, cheap, and simple—bird feeders are always among the first projects anyone tries when starting to learn about woodwork and carpentry. It’s a great piece to work on for newbies, as it would challenge your cutting and assembling abilities. As it will be left outside, it will test the quality of your woodwork, too; based on how long can it stand the weather and other external elements.
- Mitre saw
- Drill
- Cedar board
- Wood glue
- Wood screws (1 1/4″)
- Rope
- Bird seed
10. DIY Tree Swing
Full Project: Momtastic
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
Let your kids experience the fruit of your hard work when you make this DIY Tree swing. The simplicity of this project will bring smiles to the kiddos and maybe some adults, too! Have a go at it and see how a few minutes of woodwork can make a difference in your family’s way of having fun.
- Drill & drill bit
- Wood planks (5 ft of 1” x .75”)
- Wooden beads (1”)
- Braided nylon rope (20ft of 3/8”)
- Sandpaper
- Polyurethane sealer (optional)
- Metal rings (at least 2)
- Hanging apparatus for tree swing
11. Wine Rack
Full Project: Camille Styles
Estimated Time Needed: 20 Minutes
A few items above this project is a bottle holder, yet it can only hold a single bottle at a time. If you’re more of a wine person and you need more storage for your most prized wine bottles, you have to do a bottle holder that can accommodate more than just one. And you need not complicate it: just a simple wood plank wine rack like this can do.
- Drill press (can do angled cuts) with forstner bit (1.25”)
- Cedar (or wood plank of your preference)
- sandpaper
- tape measure
- pencil
12. Wooden Pencil Holder
Full Project: Cherished Bliss
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
A handmade gift is always a thoughtful gesture, and one of the safe options for gifts to any professional people you know, like your child’s teacher or your colleague, is a pencil holder. This DIY project won’t take you a long time to make and it’s the perfect representation of your thoughtfulness, too!
- Ryobi Drill and Drill and Drive Kit
- Paint Brush
- Scrap wood (4x4)
- Scrapbook Paper
- Mod Podge Satin
- Metallic Paint in Rose Gold
- Mod Podge Tool Set
13. Wooden Welcome Mat
Full Project: Martha Stewart
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
The doorway to your home is the first thing any family member and guest would enter. While there are many decorative and doormats in stores, a wooden DIY welcome mat has a more homey feel. Besides, it would surely cost less when you have scrap woods you can use, too! This project is so easy you can do it while bonding with your little one.
- Handsaw
- 3/8-inch drill bit
- Sixteen 2-by-2s (in your local hardware; or cut any wood by yourself)
- Six feet of 1/4-inch sisal
14. Scarf Hanger
Full Project: Skip to my Lou
Estimated Time Needed: Less than 1 Hour
Closet organization can be tough, but the key to making your closet neat is by designating places for specific types of clothing and accessories. With this DIY project, you can assign specific place for your scarves and also save some drawer space for other clothing items. It’s cute and a breeze to make!
- Jigsaw or band saw
- Hole saw (1.5”)
- Paint Brush
- Masonite (3/8”)
- Paint
15. DIY Lazy Susan
Full Project: REMODELaholic
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
A wooden lazy Susan can easily cost you over $100 in your favorite home depot or furniture shop. Why not make it yourself, so you can save up some bucks and be filled with pride everytime you look at your dining table’s centrepiece? Believe us, this wouldn’t take all day.
- Jigsaw or any saw you can use for circular cut (if you are cutting your own wood)
- Pine (Round; prefabbed)
- Rotating spice holder
- Paint or Stain
- Strong glue
16. DIY Cedar Planter
Full Project: Dorsey Designs
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
For gardeners and plant-lovers, a planter is a very efficient way to organize your plants according to their types. But it’s even more helpful for those who don’t have a big lot in their backyard where plants can thrive. An easy solution to that is to make your own planter—quite an easy fix that can satisfy two hobbies: woodwork and gardening!
- Jigsaw or any kind of saw
- Drill
- Cedar Fence Planks (6′ x 5.5″) (Note: don’t get pressure treated pine; they contain chemicals)
- Any wood (about 1”)
- Screws (1”)
17. Hanging Basket Wood Stand
Full Project: Shanty 2 CHIC
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Get creative when making your first few woodwork projects and try out a few things other than the usual box, stool, etc. We definitely recommend you trying out this gorgeous basket stand, perfect as a decorative piece for your porch or balcony. You won’t have to break a sweat when making this one, it is straightforward and very simple to do!
- Kreg Jig
- Drill
- Sander
- 3 pieces of any wood (2 of 2x4x8; 1 of 2x8x8 that’s at least 24” long)
- Wood screws
- Utility hook (50lbs)
- Finial (optional)
- Spray paint
- Basket
18. Wood Wall Art
Full Project: Bigger Than the Three of Us
Estimated Time Needed: 6 Hours
Never leave walls blank when you can do a DIY to decorate them with wooden art. No ideas of specific style you want yet? Don’t worry, this project will let you come up with a gorgeous décor that you would be happy to look at each time. It’s custom, it’s easy to do, it’s gorgeous—what’s not to like?
- Straightedge
- Miter saw
- Pneumatic nail gun
- Jigsaw
- Clamps
- Plywood (3/4” thick; 14x17 inches)
- A bundle of wood lath (3/8x1 1/2x4 ft)
- Wood glue
- Stain or paint
- Paintbrush
- Picture-hanging hardware
- Hammer and small nails
19. DIY Triangle Mirror
Full Project: Bigger Than the Three of Us
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
One way of making a room look big is adding mirrors on the walls. But you don’t need to add plain and simple mirror all the time, you can spruce it up and add a hip detail to make it look like you bought it from a shop. This DIY will make you feel like a real décor maker!
- Glass Cutter
- Jigsaw
- Miter Saw
- Scrap wood
- Plywood
- Mirror
- Construction Adhesive
20. Wooden Bookends
Full Project: HomeSteady
Estimated Time Needed: At least 1 hour (depends on your finishing touches)
Book-lovers would agree that book-ends are heaven-sent. They keep your favorite books organized and in place, while adding a style to the room as well. There are many DIY bookend projects for beginners out there, but we chose this one for the rustic vibe it has.
- Small jigsaw or miter saw
- Clamp
- Power drill
- Screwdriver
- Small chisel
- 4 wood pieces (any kind)
- 2 L-shaped metal brackets (optional)
- Wood stain or paint
- 1/8 inch bit
- 1/16 inch bit
- 4 wood screws (1-by-1/8)
- 4 wood screws (1/2-by-1/16) (optional)
- Felt (optional)
- Decorations (optional)
21. Over-the-sink wood shelf
Full Project: Stow and Tell U
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
A simple solution to a small sink is to add a counter space that’s one level above the sink itself. How do you do it? Simple—just add an over-the-sink shelf that you can do yourself. The steps are easy-peasy and the materials needed are the most basic carpentry tools you might already have.
- Power wood sander
- Drill and drill bit
- Wood clamps
- Angle square
- Pallet wood
- 120 – 150 grit sand paper for prep sanding
- 220 grit sand paper for finish sanding
- Liquid Nails
- 8 wood screws
- Wax paper
- Stain
- Waterproof sealer
22. Basic Drawer
Full Project: Build-Basic.com
Estimated Time Needed: 1 ½ Hours
Another basic storage solution are adding drawers everywhere you can fit them. Although drawers can be a bit tricky to do, especially the complex-designed ones, there is a simple way to make one. This DIY will walk you through drawer-making like it isn’t a big deal.
- Drill/Driver
- Framing Square
- Miter Saw
- Circular Saw
- Pneumatic Nail Gun
- Kreg Jig R3
- 1 x 3 x 6 Board
- 3/8 x 3/8 x 3′ Square Dowel
- ¼ inch Plywood
- 1 x 6 Board
- ¾ inch Finish Nails
- (2) 1 inch Wood Screws
- (8) 1¼ inch Wood Screws
- Wood Filler
- Wood Glue
23. DIY Bottle Vase
Full Project: Nur noch
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
A bunch of fresh flowers can immediately lighten up a space, especially when they are presented in a very aesthetically pleasing manner. However, there’s need to purchase an expensive vase just for this purpose. A few clear bottles and some basic woodwork can give you the cutest bottle vases. Although the source website has the instructions entirely written in German, google translate can solve that for you in a few seconds. But in case there are a few confusing statements, the visual aids added to the blog will walk you through the job.
- Compass
- Triangle
- Screw Clamp
- Handsaw and guide
- Drill with saw attachment
- Pallet wood (2 2x14 cm and 2 2x32cm)
- Epoxy glue
- 4 small bottles
- Sandpaper
24. Office Supply Tray
Full Project: Build-Basic
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
The worst working space is one that is cluttered, because it translates to a cluttered mind. With an office supply tray, you can keep your stuff organized while your mind is free from clutter-stress. Sure, there are many options and designs you can find at commercial place, but where’s the fun in that? Try out this very simple project that only needs your cutting, assembling and gluing skills.
- Tape Measure
- Speed Square
- Drill/driver
- Miter Saw
- Circular Saw
- Pneumatic Nail Gun
- 2 of ½”x2″ x 36″ Hobby Boards
- 1 x 3 x 6′ Hobby Board
- ¼” x 2′ x 2′ Plywood Project Panel
- 2 of ½”x½”x36″ Square Dowel
- 1” Finish Nails
- 1¼” Finish Nails
- Wood Glue
25. DIY Coffee Bar
Full Project: Nur noch
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
Some people are just too in love with coffee that it needs to have a special place in their house. It can be tricky to find the perfect bar that would fit into that nook in your kitchen, or that one corner in your dining room, so the best thing to do is to do it yourself. This way, you can change the dimensions and design as you prefer.
- Sander
- Hammer
- 2 Pallets
- Wooden Board
- Paint and paintbrush
- Hooks
- Nails
26. Side Table
Full Project: Her Tool Belt
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Day
Just by seeing the picture we know you might feel like this DIY project is a complicated one—but it isn’t. It’s quite challenging for beginners, but it is an easy project that any newbie can make to gauge his/her level of progress in the beginner stage. The part that might give quite a difficulty is the cutting of arc, but all else are quite manageable. Try it for a bit of a challenge!
- Kreg Jig® R3
- Band Saw
- 2″ x 10″ x 10′ Wooden board
- 11 or more – 2 1/2″ pocket screws* (self tapping)
- Wood filler
- Stain/paint
- Wood glue
- Sand paper
27. Wooden Toolbox
Full Project: Felt Magnet
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
This DIY project was created as an activity for kids and their surprise for their dads…and that’s how we know this will be really easy for any beginner. If kids can do it, you sure can, right? And it doesn’t need to be a gift for anyone—you can use it as your very own tool box as you collect your own hand tools, carpentry materials and other woodwork stuff.
- Saw
- Power sander
- Drill
- Hammer
- Lumber (top quality 1" X 8" X 8' board of #2 or better lumber) or plywood
- Wooden dowel
- Sand paper
- Finish
- Wood glue
- Finish nails/screws
28. Framed Burlap Sign
Full Project: Simply Country Life
Estimated Time Needed: Less than 1 Hour
Here’s another decorative piece, because let’s face it, decorations vary per season, and you have to switch up the pieces already adorning your walls. To have more options, here’s a simple DIY you can do to come up with a sweet “Bless our Home”sign that has a nice rustic vibe to it.
- Saw (for wooden frame, if you will make it)
- Any wood to make the frame (or buy a ready-made wooden frame)
- Paint
- Burlap
- Sandpaper
29. Wooden Arrow
Full Project: Cherished Bliss
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
If you want to test your saw abilities, or would like to build up on it from 0%, you must try out this cool and very chic wooden arrow décor. It doesn’t take a lot—just your trusted saw and your enthusiasm to come up with the finished product. Your reward: more saw experience and a fine-looking wall décor that looks professionally-made.
- Miter saw
- Right angle
- Drill
- Mending plates
- Any craft wood or 1x4’s
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Safety goggles
- Wood stain
30. DIY Bowling Lane
Full Project: Handmade with Ashley
Estimated Time Needed: 4 Hours
Be the hero of your kiddos and introduce to them fun activities and games that are not played with the iPad. Bowling is one of the fun things kids can do, and you need not to take them to the nearest bowling alley just to play it. Get your basic tools out and some wood, and have fun making this DIY bowling lane.
- Kreg Jig
- Sander
- Hand saw
- Dremel
- JigSaw
- 1 – 46″ long 1×12 board
- 2 – 46″ long 1×2 boards
- 2 – 9.75″ long 1×2 boards
- 1 – 9.75″ long 1×4 board
- 2 – 23″ long 1×4 boards
- White Spray Paint
- Spray Paint Gun
- Washi Tape
- Mod Podge
- Triple Thick Gloss Glaze
- 10 – Large Wood Bowling Pins
- Wood Filler
- Silhouette
31. Ironing Board Holder
Full Project: Sawdust Sisters
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Important furniture and home appliance need to have their designated area so they can be spotted immediately and they wouldn’t take up so much walking space that may crowd your house. The iron and ironing board are two essential things in a home, and without proper organization, they can take up a big space if you don’t have a good place to tuck them into. Erase that issue at your home and create one!
- Miter Saw
- Drill/Driver
- Pocket Hole Jig
- Plywood or scrap lumber
- Pocket Hole Screws
- Wood Glue (use on all seams)
- Black Spray Paint
- Sander or sand paper
- Wood screws
32. Vegetable Storage Bin With Divider
Full Project: Anika’s DIY Life
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
The thing with perishable goods that don’t belong in the refrigerator, such as fruits and vegetables, is that they often can clutter your kitchen counter. On the other hand, when placed in a single container, finding that one small piece of onion among a bunch of apples can take up a lot of time. So what you need is a storage with a divider, a perfect solution to keep the fruits & veggies fresh and neatly placed in your kitchen. All you need to make your own is scrap wood and minimal experience of woodwork. Easy peasy, right?
- Kreg Jig
- Jigsaw
- Brad nailer (or hammer)
- Drill
- Plywood (1/2 sheet) or scraps
- 2 boards
- Finish nails
- Wood glue
- Pocket hole screws (1 ¼”)
33. Planter Pot and Table Combo
Full Project: Bigger Than Three of Us
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
Don’t we all love dual-purpose stuff? Especially when you make it yourself, it feels like you have done two things in just one go. Achieve that feat by doing this planter pot and table combo, and you’ll have a new beautiful decorative and useful piece to place in your patio.
- Pneumatic finish nailer
- Circular saw
- Clamp
- Cedar (1x6”, 8 ft long)
- Galvanized finish nails
- Measuring tape
- Wood glue
- Sanding pad
- Wood filler
- Stain
- Polyurethane finish
- Paint brush
- Plants
- Potting soil
- Small rocks
34. Wooden Shiplap Placemats
Full Project: Handmade Heaven
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
Add a bit of character into your dining table with some cool shiplap placemats. Shiplap is trendy right now, and for woodworkers, it’s an opportunity to do some cool projects. Even for beginners (even little kid!s), this basic project will definitely be a piece of cake!
- Nailer
- Sander
- Wooden squares
- Wood filler
- Spray paint
35. DIY Pet Bed
Full Project: Shanty 2 Chic
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Make a nice gift for your furry buddy with this DIY Pet Bed project, a sure way to save some money and give love to your pet. It is a cute thing to make and fab product that does not need a lot of expertise—just a bit of woodwork experience, wood and some tools.
- Kreg Jig
- Nailer
- 2 Furring strips
- Pine board
- Pocket hole screws
- Wood glue
- Nails
- Wood stain
- Painter’s tape
- Chalkboard spray paint
36. Hammer Coat Rack
Full Project: The Kim Six Fix
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Feeling like you’re ready to embrace the woodworker’s life? Show it by doing this interesting coat rack made out of hammers. You can repurpose old hammers, or buy really cheap ones from the dollar store, and incorporate them into your house décor—plus, you’ll get to practice your carpentry skills again! But don’t worry if you think this wouldn’t fit the aesthetic of your home décor, it can be used in your basement or workshop as cord organizer, too!
- Saw
- Drill
- Wooden board
- Screw
- Wood stain (optional)
37. Shiplap Wall Key Holder
Full Project: Sawdust Sisters
Estimated Time Needed: 3-4 Hours
If you’re a farmhouse theme lover, you’d probably have a lot of shiplap decors and accessories around your house. If you’re nodding to that, then this project will absolutely be perfect for you. It’s a very practical item too—place it right inside your doorway and you’ll have no fuzz finding a place for your keys, mails, and even small bags!
- Miter Saw
- Drill
- Clamps
- Sander (or sand paper)
- Brad Nail Gun
- Barnwood Shiplap trim board
- Decorative hooks
- D ring hanger
- Finish of your choice
- Wood glue
38. Drawer Divider Insert
Full Project: Sawdust Sisters
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
Have you ever been so frustrated rummaging through all sorts of stuff piled inside your drawer? If you answered yes, then you definitely need an organization solution. You don’t have to purchase or make a new drawer or cabinet, all you need is a drawer divider that would keep the inside of your drawers clean and neat. Don’t fret—it’s quick and easy, and definitely beginner-friendly!
- Nail gun or hammer
- Saw
- White wood board (1x3”)
- Wood glue
- Nails
39. Tiered Planter
Full Project: Anika’s DIY Life
Estimated Time Needed: 45 Minutes
We’ve featured a few planters in this list already, but this one has a different charm because of the tiered effect that would make your display of plants even more striking. Because the more flowers there are, the more beautiful the space it, right? This project is a fun one to make and doesn’t go over one hour.
- Miter Saw
- Ryobi brad nailer
- Drill
- Cedar Dog-ear Fence Picket
- Furring strip
- Wood glue
- Finish Nails
- Spax screws
40. Bar Stool
Full Project: Sawdust Sisters
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
Here’s another basic item you have around the house that you can easily make out of the right wood. Barstools are fun pieces to make, but they are very practical to use as well. Making them yourself will not only satisfy the woodworker in you, but save you a lot of money too!
- Pocket hole jig
- Drill/Driver
- Miter Saw
- Straight boards (3 of 2x4x8”)
- Wood glue
- Pocket hole screws (20-30 pcs; 2 ½”)
41. Hanging Garden
Full Project: Homemade Modern
Estimated Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
Having greenery in your home is sometimes difficult to achieve, especially when you live on an apartment building where all you have is a small balcony. But you don’t really need to have a lot area to have your own garden—you can improvise with a hanging one in this DIY project.
- Drill
- Hole saw
- Circular saw
- Diagonal pliers
- Pine boards (3/4”)
- Terra Cotta flower pots (4” to 5”)
- Rope
- Zip ties
42. Mid-Century Inspired DIY Plant Hanger
Full Project: Bigger Than the Three of Us
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Here’s another planter for you, just because one can never have too many cute planters. This particular planter has a mid-century vibe to it, making the woodwork even more fun. It isn’t your regularly-shaped planter, too, so you would have an opportunity to try out and sharpen your cutting skills (pun-intended) in making this DIY project.
- Jigsaw
- Clamps
- Sanding pad
- Screws (2-3 inches)
- Rope
- Stain
43. DIY Wooden Clothes Rack
Full Project: Chloe Larkin
Estimated Time Needed: Under 15 Minutes
Modern interior design nowadays involve a clothes rack where one can display the best stuff from his/her closet. We see it in many dorms and teenage rooms, and often in pages of home design magazines, too. But even if you’re not after the aesthetic, a wooden rack can give you more space to hang your clothes onto. It quick, simple, and very cheap—what a total steal!
- Drill
- Saw (if you will cut the wood yourself)
- Untreated pine
- Twine/rope
- 4 screws
44. Minimal X-shaped Coasters
Full Project: Homedit
Estimated Time Needed: Less than 30 minutes
Wooden coasters are very chic pieces that you can unleashed your creativity into. But if your style is minimalist, you’d definitely love this X-shaped coaster sheets that re adorable and so much easier to do than any other DIY coaster projects you might have encountered already.
- Ruler or T-square
- Scissors
- Balsa wood strips (1/4” thick)
- All-purpose glue
- Sandpaper
- Pencil
- Black spray paint
45. DIY Glasses and Wine Bottle Holder
Full Project: Down Home Inspiration
Estimated Time Needed: Less than 1 Hour
We have already covered two kinds of bottle holder, but they didn’t include places for glasses. This project allows you to easily transport a bottle of wine along with 4 wine glasses, and we’re really excited about it. Your friends and guests would surely be impressed when you whip this up from scratch and show off during one of your dinners.
- Miter saw (or Handsaw or Jigsaw)
- Drill
- Drill press (optional)
- 1x8 Board
- Drill bit (5/8” and 1 ½”)
46. DIY Blanket Ladder
Full Project: Bigger Than the Three of Us
Estimated Time Needed: 5 Minutes
Needing an accent piece to add something to your living room? The use of ladder has transformed over the years, and recently its use as a decorative or a storage piece has become popular. This blanket ladder is perfect for those blankets you need in your living room when it’s extra chilly during your movie nights. It’s chic, useful, and very simple to do—in fact, you just need a few minutes to make it.
- Miter saw
- Nail gun
- Air compressor
- Scrap wood or dowels
- Nails
- Paint or finish (optional)
47. Tiered Garden Shelf
Full Project: The Cwafty Blog
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
If you want more organization in your garden or just a bit more space for your gardening tools, then this project is perfect for you. It wouldn’t take a lot of lateral space, as it doubles the storage space with a tired design. This way, you’ll have more room for plants, fertilizer or what-have-you. Try it out and you might just want to do more after finishing one.
- Saw
- Hammer
- CD Crates
- Wooden Craft Dowels
- Wood glue
- Wood stain
- Mod podge spreader
- Acrylic paint for outdoors
- Sandpaper
- Nails
- Wooden craft balls
- Foam brush
48. Pieced Wood Headboard Tutorial
Full Project: Remodelaholic
Estimated Time Needed: At least 5 Hours
A personalized headboard is always a pride for any wood worker. It might seem like a big project, but in reality, it’s easy to do. All you need are a lot of wood to work with, your trusty tools, and of course, your creativity to put your personal spin on it. You’ll surely feel good every time you wake up upon seeing your masterpiece.
- Circular Saw
- Table Saw (optional)
- Compound Miter Saw
- Orbital Sander with 100 grit sandpaper
- Brad Nail Gun
- Drill
- Tape Measure
- Variety of pallet boards
- Plywood (1/2 sheet)
- 3 2x4x96”
- Pencil
- Brad Nails (60+ of 1 ½”)
- Screws (16 of 1 ½”)
- Screws for the French Cleat (4 of 2”)
- Wood glue
49. DIY Wine Caddy
Full Project: Shanty 2 Chic
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
We have more wine holder/caddy for you, because any good host needs to have lot of these, right? This is another simple project that would only take a few hours of your time and would last your party supplies for a really long time. Try it out and see how cute your new wine caddy would be.
- Miter saw
- Ryobi Brad Nailer
- Wood board
- Brad nails
- Wood glue
- Stain
- Rope
- Corner pieces
50. DIY Wood Stars
Full Project: Jaime Costiglio
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour (per star)
Stars are great decorations, especially during the holiday season. You can find them at different stores, sure, but they are usually overpriced. Doing it yourself will make more sense, especially as it would also practice your woodworking skills. You can make just one, two, or maybe three in just one go—they are too easy to do!
- Miter Saw
- Measuring tape
- Staple gun
- Pine board (1x3x8 per star)
- Glue
- Stain
51. Mug Holder
Full Project: Shanty 2 Chic
Estimated Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
Mug holders are a necessity in the kitchen. So before you became interested in woodwork, you might have not known that it’s so easy to make them. Follow this project and you’ll get a beautiful mug holder with much sentimental value in it. Plus, you’ll have the chance to personalize it as you wish!
- Hot glue gun or drill & screw
- Any scrap wood or 15″ of 1×8 board
- 2″ of 2×2 or a 1.5″ Wooden dowel
- Wood Screw
- Knob/s
- Hooks
- Paint (optional)
52. Handmade Wooden Ruler
Full Project: Sawdust Girl
Estimated Time Needed: 10 Minutes per Ruler
Handmade stuff are the best gifts one can give or receive—it lets people know that there are a lot of thought and effort put into the gift, as opposed to just those bought in stores. Wooden rulers are a safe option for a DIY gift, as they can be used by anyone: student, professional, DIY-er, and so much more. So next time, you don’t have spend more money buying gifts… just make them!
- Scrap wood
- Stamps & stencils
- Sealers or Finish
53. Storage Cubbies
Full Project: Pretty Handy Girl
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
Let’s admit it—kids are cute but the mess that their toys bring aren’t. So for parents, it’s very important to have a lot of storage where you could tuck all the toys away. Although cheap plastic bins can do the trick, sometimes they look like part of the clutter too, so it’s always better just to make wooden storage cubbies that look more presentable.
- Kreg Jig
- Brad Nailer
- Kreg Rip-Cut
- Orbital sander
- 2 1x12x8 Pine boards
- 1 1x6x8 Pine boards
- 2′ x 4′ sheet of 1/4″ Plywood
- 1 1/4″ pocket screws
- 1 1/4″ brad nails
- 5/8″ brad nails
- Wood glue
- Sandpaper (220 grit)
54. Stools
Full Project: Rogue Engineer
Estimated Time Needed: Less than 1 Hour
Stools are pretty basic, but they can spice up any children’s party—especially when they are the high ones meant for the taco truck, or ice cream station, or dessert bar. Adding fun colors in them make them more attractive too, but the cool thing is, they can be made from scratch in just a matter of hours! So what are you waiting for? Prepare for your kid’s next birthday party and make a bunch of these high stools!
- Drill
- Miter Saw
- Tape Measure
- Safety Glasses
- Hearing Protection
- 1x 1 x 12 x 48″ Board
- 4x 2 x 2 x 8′ Boards
- Pencil
- 2-1/2″ Wood Screws
- 2″ Wood Screws
- Wood Glue
55. DIY Chair Drink Holder
Full Project: Build Basic
Estimated Time Needed: 15 Minutes
Have you ever gone to your backyard bringing a cold drink only to find yourself in a dilemma of where you could possibly place that glass or bottle? You either end up just holding it or placing it on the ground, which can both bring so much hassle. This DIY project will ensure that there will always be a place for your drink when you sit and relax outside, even when there’s no table around.
- Miter saw (or hand saw)
- 3 1/8-inch Hole Saw (or jigsaw)
- Tape Measure (or ruler)
- Drill/Driver fitted with a 3/8-inch drill bit
- 2-foot board (1x4)
- Carriage bolt (3-inch 3/8-inch) with Washer and Wing Nut
- 4 Finish Nails (1¼-inch)
56. Utensil Organizer
Full Project: A Beautiful Mess
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
It’s such a pain to look for that one knife among a stack of forks and spoons, especially when you’re in a hurry. To keep this from happening again and again, you have to do something about your utensil storge—and by “do something”, we mean make your own utensil organizer. It’s a fun project aand wouldn’t take all of your weekend (we promise!).
- Paintbrush
- Electric drill
- Vintage wood box (7 1/2" x 12") or milk boxes
- Wooden dowel
- Paint
- Copper pipe brackets with 8" extension
- Screws
- L brackets (optional, to help stabilize wooden dividers)
- Shelf liner
- Mason jars (optional)
57. Outdoor Chalkboard
Full Project: Addicted 2 DIY
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Give some love to your outdoors by adding decors that can be pretty useful, too. This outdoor chalkboard can be your starting point, as it is a really simple project that can be done quickly and easily. Plus, it can serve a lot of purposes for you and your kids!
- Drill/driver
- Kreg jig
- Narrow crown staple gun
- Orbital sander w/ 220 grit sandpaper
- Miter saw
- 2 – 2×4 boards @ 8′ long
- 1 – 2′ x 4′ hardboard backing
- 3/4″ lag bolts
- Finish of your choice (This project used minwax gel stain in hickory)
- Chalkboard paint
- Wood glue
- 2 1/2″ pocket screws
- 3/4″ narrow crown staples
- 1″ forstner drill bit
- 27/64th drill bit
58. Napkin Rings
Full Project: Sawdust Girl
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
With décor, even the smallest details matter. So when it comes to table setting, especially when you have guests over, you have to put your best foot forward and make sure everything is in order. Let your guests feel more of your hospitality by making an effort to make even the napkin rings—they are very easy to do, anyway.
- Wood clamp
- Drill
- Palm sander
- Walnut and Maple
- Finish of your choice
- Wood glue
59. DIY Ring Toss
Full Project: My Love 2 Create
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Backyard game are always fun, but it doesn’t mean you have to shell out a lot of money to find the perfect fun game to play outside. With this DIY Ring Toss project, the fun starts early—when you’re making the material needed for the game itself. It’s easy and definitely a game that everyone in the family would love.
- Miter saw
- Drill/Driver
- Nail Gun
- Sander
- Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig
- 7/8'' Wood Dowel
- 1'' x 3'' x 8' Furring Strip Board
- 3/8'' Rope (you can use any kind of rope this size I used this kind)
- Duct Tape
- Wood Glue
- 7/8'' bit
- Paint
- 1 1/4'' Pocket Hole Screws
- Matchs/candle
- Scissors
- Sandpaper
60. Football Toss
Full Project: Rogue Engineer
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Another fun game to play outdoors is the football toss, with a fun-looking goal, of course. We’re sure this will be a hit with the kids…and adults, too! This project is a bit lavish on the details, which may intimidate you, but in reality, they are just some knick knacks that would let you practice your creativity as well.
- Pocket Hole Jig
- Drill
- Miter Saw
- Table Saw
- Jig Saw
- Brad Nailer
- Stapler
- Tape Measure
- Miter saw
- 2′ x 4′ 3/4″ plywood
- Qty 2 – 1 x 4 x 6′
- 1/4″ x 2″ hobby board
- 3 1/2″ hinges
- LED wire string lights
- Contact Cement
- 1-1/4″ Kreg Pocket Hole Screws (Coarse)
- Artificial Grass Rug
- Bluetooth Speaker
- pencil
- 1″ Brad Nails
61. Circle Shelf
Full Project: The Merrythought
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Minimalist designs have a beautiful impact, even on small décor pieces such as this circle shelf. It has a very homey feel because of the wood, as well as a very minimalist feel with its small storage space just enough for a few trinkets and a little succulent planter. You surely won’t encounter any difficulty with this project because making it is like a walk in the park.
- Miter saw
- Tape Measure
- Drill
- Table Saw
- 3″ Sawtooth Hanger
- Hammer
- Two wood rounds
- Scrap wood
- Three 3.5″ Screws
- Screws
- Pencil
62. DIY Makeup Storage
Full Project: Burkatron
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
Makeup storage is a big necessity for makeup-lovers, and it can be a problem because they cost a lot of money. To resolve this, all you need is a block of wood and some drilling skills to make a sleek makeup holder. Need more than one? It takes just a few minutes to make one, so you’ll have more time to make some more.
- Drill
- Any block of wood
- Flat wood drill bit
- Sandpaper
- Wood filler
63. Plant Stand
Full Project: Jaime Costiglio
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
Bringing the greenery from the outside to the inside is a common thing nowadays, especially because plants can brighten up any room. If you have potted plants in your garden, you can easily transfer them and make them look chic inside your home by placing them into beautiful plant stands. This one’s easy to make, just like all the other projects in this list.
- Measuring tape
- Drill
- Tape measure
- Any type of wood
- Wood glue
- Pencil
- Screw
- Paint
- 2” Pocket hole screws
64. Bike rack
Full Project: The Heathered Nest
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
If you’re a parent of more than one kid, you know the hassle of numerous bikes parked in different places in your garage. While not all would mind the cluttered-look they give, they can pose a hazard to the kids. A bike rack can really help in organizing the bikes and lessen risks of any accidents in your garage. This project will show you how to make a homemade one, just a few easy steps and you’re done.
- Tape measure
- Rafter square (or something that measures a 45 degree angle)
- Drill/driver
- Chop saw or circular saw
- Kreg jig
- Seven 8’ long 2×4’s
- 2-1/2” screws
65. Rustic Wood Mirror Frame
Full Project: Tag & Tibby
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
A bathroom mirror is usually great on its own, but once you tried sprucing it up with frames, you’ll realize what an upgrade it was… even when it cost like nothing. This DIY Rustic Wood Mirror Frame Project will let you bring your bathroom into another level in just a short span of time and without breaking the bank.
- Hammer
- Basic Pine Boards (Cut depending on your mirror’s measurements)
- 25" wood screws
- 2 L-angle Joist Hangers
- Stain
- Nails
- Protective Finish
- Water-resistant command strips
66. Long Hexagon Tray
Full Project: My Love 2 Create
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour and 30 Minutes
Cool tray DIYs are much raved about today, especially as a main piece on the center table. There are so many styles to choose from out there, varying from marble to steel ones. But if you like a really pristine and homey design, you should be looking—or rather MAKING—a wooden tray. This project will walk you through how to make one with a hexagonal design.
- Bar clamps
- Miter Saw
- Nail gun
- 2- 1'' x 2'' x 8' boards
- Satin or paint
- Sand paper
- Wood glue
- Finish nails
67. Napkin Holder
Full Project: The Inspired Hive
Estimated Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
This might be the simplest DIY project in this list, but still, a beginner can learn from assembling such an easy item. This napkin holder may be plain and simple, but that’s all you need to store your table napkins in. If you’re afraid of using saws, hammers or drills yet, this is the perfect DIY project for you.
- None
- Balsa wood
- Gorilla glue
- Chalkboard paint
- Pencil
- Chalk Marker
68. DIY Lamp
Full Project: Décor and the Dog
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
There’s a certain charm from lamps that are handmade; somehow they feel cozy and inviting. So if you don’t want those flamboyant lamps sold at a high price range, making your own lamp is very ideal for you. It is unbelievably easy, and if you just follow the steps in this project, you’ll be totally fine.
- Saw (as needed)
- 4’ 2x4
- 8-Feet Lamp Art Cord Set, Silver
- On/off socket
- Edison bulb
- Stain/paint
- 3/4" flange
- 4 inch long, 3/4 inch wide black iron pipe
- 3/4-1 inch black iron reducer (we painted a silver one)
69. Wooden Keyholder
Full Project: By Brittany Goldwyn
Estimated Time Needed: 40 Minutes
We’ve got one keyholder project up in this list, yet you may have already felt out obsession with multi-purpose DIYs. This one satisfies that certain itch to build a 3-in-1 item, and we hope you are kinda on the same perspective too. Well if not, this is still a great piece to hang on your doorway to hold your keys, your small succulent plant, and just a few accessories.
- Saw (if you’re cutting your wood to size)
- Clamps
- Chip brushes
- Drill
- One main Piece (19”x17.5”)
- One shelf piece (8”x2.5”)
- Minwax stain (English Chestnut)
- Ployurethane (Semigloss)
- Liquid nails
- Sandpaper
- 2 D-ring picture hangers
- Screw hooks
- Flower pot Klips
- Spray paint
70. Pocket Wooden Business Card Holder
Full Project: Snapguide
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
We have one word for this project: sleek. Your business card would never look so sleek other than the time it is housed inside this DIY business card holder. It is a very cool way to keep your business card (or other cards) in place, and surely would earn you some solid compliments.
- Saw
- Dremel
- Maple or some of thin wood
- Wood glue
- Sandpaper
- Danish oil
- Tape measure
71. DIY Wood Round Headboard
Full Project: The White Buffalo Styling Co.
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Here’s another opportunity to personalize and add your own touch to your headboard. This DIY project is a cool way to use your dried out wood rounds to come up with a statement piece at the head of your bed. Despite its size, it is very easy to do—surely a project even beginners can manage with just a few instructional procedures.
- Any type of saw
- Wood rounds
- Plywood (4x8’ sheet)
- 4 8ft 2x4”s
- Stain
- Polyurethane
- Wood glue
- Clear poly
72. X-shaped Magazine Holder
Full Project: Homedit
Estimated Time Needed: 10 Minutes
Display your magazines in a very organized and chic way with this DIY Magzine holder. No more dusty and crumpled magazines all over the place, and no more rusty old steel magazine holders, too. You may both use this either at home or in the office… or both! It’s simple to make, anyway, so start now and get the ball rolling.
- Laser wood saw (or jigsaw)
- 2 rectangular-shaped wooden planks (of equal sizes)
- Pencil
- Stain or finish (as preferred)
73. Reclaimed Wood Floating Shelves
Full Project: Stacy Risenmay’s Not Just a Housewife
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
Floating shelves are just a beauty to behold, especially when they give you storage solutions like never before. This time you got lucky because this project will teach you how to do some floating shelves, too.
- Miter saw
- Brad nailer
- Level
- Reclaimed wood
- Plywood
- 1×2 and 2×3 boards
- Wood screws
- Wood glue
74. DIY Wood Slice Photo Transfer
Full Project: Parental Perspective
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Photos are great memorabilias, but nowadays there are often more digital copies of our pictures rather than printed ones. So try and preserve memories by physically displaying the images you captures with loved ones. This project is a great gift item, too, laden with effort and sentimental value added by the memory of the picture.
- None
- Slice of wood (under 11” at the widest point)
- Printer
- Scissors
- Temporary tattoo paper
- Washcloth
75. Bathtub Shelf
Full Project: Snippets of Design
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Imagine this: after a long day you draw yourself a bath with essential oils, poured yourself a glass of red wine and started soaking to relax your body. Wouldn’t it be great not to stand up or stretch out just to reach the book you are currently reading or get your glass of wine? Yes, it would be great. What would give you that great feeling is this DIY bathtub shelf where you can put everything that you will need during your bath—all within your reach.
- Tape measure
- Clamp
- Sander
- Hammer
- Pliers
- 4 4″ x 3/4″ pieces of pine (or the measurement of your tub)
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Gorilla glue
- Stain
76. Wooden Shoe Rack
Full Project: A Bubbly Life
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
For shoe lovers, extensive shoe storage is a must and they won’t just let even just a pair go lying around. It’s hard to cram all the shoes together also, as they may lose their shape and their design might be compromised. This wooded shoe rack will give you more space for your beloved pairs, and also allow you to put them on display. It’s easy to do and not costly at all!
- Saw (to cut the wood)
- Manual or Electric drill
- Hammer
- Wooden board (2 3ftx11in; 2 1ftx11in)
- Table legs
- 4- 3 prong T Nut
- Gold paint
- Glue (e6000 or liquid nails)
77. DIY Marbled Clay Hooks
Full Project: Design Sponge
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
Accessories are some of the hardest stuff to organize, especially necklaces and bracelets that suually intertwine. To prevent that, you must have a designated storage piece for your fun necklaces and bracelets, and what better way to obtain that that to make a DIY piece of it?
- Ruler
- Craft knife
- Balsa wood (about 9 ½” by 3”)
- Oven bake clay (in two colors)
- Cutting mat
- Clay roller
- Strong glue
- Tin foil
- Paper (with printed hexagon)
- Metal frame loops
- Parchment paper
78. Floating Bookshelves
Full Project: It’s Overflowing
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
We have covered a floating bookshelf a few items before this one, but there’s a difference in the execution and final product of the two projects. Hence, you gotta try both. This particular shelf can be added to your home office, perfect to store your documents and books. It is very chic-looking too, especially when added with decorations.
- Saw
- Sander
- Wooden boards
- Countersunk screws
- Mounting stud
- Paint
79. Wooden Baby Gym
Full Project: The Merry Thought
Estimated Time Needed: 5 Hours
Baby gym’s costs a lot for something that is only used for a few months, maybe 2 years at the maximum. It isn’t too practical to invest on such item, especially when you can make on your own. This baby gym project will assure that your baby will be kept occupied and entertained, while saving you tons of cash! Great, right?
- Table saw
- Miter box
- Power planer
- Belt sander
- Drill
- Clamps
- Pine board
- Wood dowel (3/4” diameter)
- Leather lace
- Wood rings
- Wooden beads
- Wood glue
80. DIY Earring Stand
Full Project: Houseful of Handmade
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
Jewelry isn’t that easy to organize, especially with drawers that just entangle them with one another, making picking out what to wear harder than it should be. Whip out your basic tools and make your own earring stand not only as an organizer, but a way to display your beautiful pairs!
- Miter saw (or hand saw with miter box)
- Nail gun
- 30″ of a 1×1 board
- 7″ of a 1×4 board
- Decorative aluminium sheet
- Wood glue
- Stain or paint
81. Wall Mounted Desk
Full Project: Pretty Handy Girl
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours
Wanting a desk space for you or your kid without taking up a lot of room? This Wall Mounted Desk project would be perfect for you especially if you don’t have a lot of space for a new table. It’s simple and quick and wouldn’t need a lot of complex tools. You’ll have a productive space in no time.
- Rip Saw
- Drill
- Level
- Finish grade plywood (project used 16″ x 40″)
- 2″ x 4″ x 93″
- Painter’s Tape
- 2 – 9.5″ x 9.5″ bird’s mouth brackets
- 4 – 3″ cabinet mounting screws
- Paint
- Paint brush
- Drill bits
- Pencil
82. Upholstered X-Bench
Full Project: Anika’s DIY Life
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
Who says a simple DIY project can’t be fancy? Surprise people about what you can do in 3 hours by making your own upholstered bench with a faux fur upholstery! It sure would add a fabulous element to any room, especially where it can get noticed by your friends and visitors!
- Kreg Jig
- Drill
- Staple gun
- Two 2 x 4 boards (lumber)
- 1″ Foam
- Polyfil
- Batting
- Fabric for upholstery (faux fur)
- 2 1/2″ pocket hole screws
- 2″ Spax screws
- 3/8″ staples
- Stain or paint of your choice
83. Bamboo Wind Chime
Full Project: The Spruce Crafts
Estimated Time Needed: 3-4 Hours
Have a noticeable rustic decorative piece in your garden or backyard with this DIY Bamboo Wind Chime. A few hours of your time sawing, sanding, cutting, and gluing can produce such a lovely statement décor that is both pleasing to the eyes and the ears.
- Hand Saw
- Band Saw
- Band Saw Circle Cutting Jig
- Stationary Router with Router Table
- Power Drill (with 1" paddle bit and 12" extension)
- 2' - 1'x 12' Hardwood (Maple, Oak or Poplar)
- 2 - 6'-long Pieces of Bamboo (at least 2" diameter)
- Layout Square
- Paint or Stain/Polyurethane
- Super Glue
- 30-pound Monofilament Fishing Line
- Compass
- 4d Finish Nails
- Pencil
- 1-2" Metal O-ring
84. Teapot/Hotpot Stand
Full Project: Steve’s Workshop
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Add an adorable but useful piece to your kitchen by making this cute teapot/hotpot stand. It is such an easy project that you might want to make two or more of these pieces, which can also let you master how to do curved cuts. With this piece, you’ll be proud to serve tea or food to your guests to show-off something you made with your own hands.
- Bandsaw
- Sander
- Electric Drill
- Wood planks
- Natural Rope
85. Oak Book Stand
Full Project: The Spruce Crafts
Estimated Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
This one is perfect for book-lovers! Make a classy-looking book stand with a beautiful oak wood and to make most of your daily-reading hands-free. This comes in handy for bookstores as a perfect display accessory for some of today’s best-sellers. It’s fun and quick to make, too!
- Band Saw
- Power Drill
- Stationary Router
- 2' - 1x10 Oak or other hardwood
- 2 - 3/4" Brass Hinges
- Pencil
- Shellac
- Sandpaper
86. Whittled Peg Rack
Full Project: Minwax
Estimated Time Needed: 2 Hours (Completing steps for wood finish may take up to 2 days)
A simple peg rack may be seem to be such an easy project, but it sure can train your woodwork abilities. It provides an added storage too, so after you exercise your carpentry muscles, you'll get a sleek-looking rack for your coat, umbrella and other knick-knacks.
- Whittling knife
- Block plane
- Drill or drill press
- Table saw
- Scrollsaw
- 1x4 pine or other softwood (oak or other hardwood could work too)
- 1/2" drill bit
- Pencil
- Safety glasses
- Carpenter’s glue
- Sandpaper
- Clean, lint-free cloths
- Small square
- Wood Finish
87. DIY Lantern
Full Project: Just The Woods
Estimated Time Needed: 5-6 Hours
Wanting a simple project with a bit of a challenge? Then this DIY Lantern is just the right project for you. The design and floral cut-out will test your sawing abilities and train your precision. After that bit, everything is just easy-peasy! It all results to an awesome decorative home lantern as well. So it’s definitely a win-win!
- Circular Saw (or Table Saw)
- Scroll Saw
- Cordless Nailer
- Electric Drill
- Any wood
- Painters Tape
- Mod Podge(or Spray Adhesive)
- Clear Packing Tape
88. Modern Mason Bee House
Full Project: A Beautiful Mess
Estimated Time Needed: 3 Hours
Wanting to get on a new hobby aside from DIY and woodwork? Try out basic bee-farming that you can start up with a simple woodworking project! Make this piece one afternoon, set it on your backyard and you’re good to go!
- Power drill
- One 2″x 6″ x 8′ board (not cedar; cut into 18″ sections)
- One 1″ x 8″ x 2′ poplar or pine
- Sandpaper (120 and 80)
- Wood glue
- Two 6″ deck screws
- Two 12″ clutch lock bar clamps
- 5/8″ spade drill bit
- heavy duty D-ring hanging kit
- Screwdriver
- Two #8×2″ wood screws
- Two #8×3″ wood screws
- Ruler
- Pencil
89. DIY Hanging Table
Full Project: The Merry Thought
Estimated Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
Say goodbye to the conventional side table and have a classy and modern-looking one with this hanging table. Not only does it look amazing, but it’s pretty easy thing to do as well. How to make this work: find the perfect wood cross section for an artsy product.
- Saw
- Orbit Sander
- Drill
- Cross Section of Wood
- Felt
- Eye Screw
- S-Hook
- Rope
- Toggle Lock (should fit your eye screw)
- Hot Glue Gun
90. Minimal Wood Spice Rack
Full Project: Curbly
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Keep you kitchen counters looking organized and classy with a minimal spice rack made from wood. This will make reaching out for your commonly used spices so easy, and making it won’t take up too much time and effort. A few pieces of wood and a few other materials is all you need, no need for complex electric tools.
- Hand saw
- Pine (or other wood)
- Sand paper
- Ruler
- Wood glue
- Pencil
- Paint brush
- Black paint
- Painter's tape
91. Rustic DIY Pencil Holder
Full Project: Homedit
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Unlike the earlier pencil holder than can hold single pencils up to just a total of 4 in one holder, this project provides more storage even for colors. Larger holes in the wood can accommodate more stuff, perfect for artists, calligraphers, and even just the bunch of art stuff a children owns. A perfect solution against clutter!
- Hand drill with a wood bore
- 4×4 wood
- Stain
- Lacquer finish
92. DIY Wooden Edison Bulb Table Lamp
Full Project: Curbly
Estimated Time Needed: 3-4 Hours
One artsy piece of item will come out of a 3-4 hours hardwork with this DIY Wooden Edison Bulb Table Lamp project. It doesn’t only make you come up with a purposeful DIY, but challenge your creativity as you can do freestyle cuts to make the design of the lamp base. Also, who wouldn’t love some good old Edison bulb, right?
- Drill
- Miter Saw
- Sander (or sand paper)
- 2 ft 1X6 board
- 1 1/2 spade bit
- 5/8 spade bit
- Threaded lamp pipe
- Porcelain Lamp Socket
- Rubber feet (small rubber furniture pads) (3-4)
- Screw Driver
- Wood Clamps
- Hot glue
- Drill Bit
- Stain or paint (optional)
- Loctite Adhesive
- Lamp cord
93. Wooden iPhone Dock
Full Project: Scarlet Words
Estimated Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
Make the most stylish iPhone dock ever that you could personalize to the kind of iPhone you have. This phone dock is a total charmer, far from the cheap looking and tacky ones available in stores. You’ll never have a more stylish way to charge your phone after you make this one for yourself!
- Dremel or rotary hand tool
- Drill
- Any wood
- Lightning cable
- Cabinet makers’ wax
- Self-adhesive felt base (thick)
- Hot glue gun
94. DIY Leather and Wood Mail Organizer
Full Project: eHow
Estimated Time Needed: 15 Minutes
We already have another one mail organizer in this list, but this one is a unique version. Incorporating the refined look of leather, this project is such an elevated version of your standard mail holder to keep them from being cluttered.
- Hammer
- Cutting board (at least 16-inches long by 6-inches wide)
- Leather
- Small decorative nails
- Tape measure
- Scissors
95. Hammock Stand
Full Project: Here Comes The Sun
Estimated Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
Ever wanted a hammock but you don’t have anywhere to tie it to? No worries, this simple and affordable DIY would let your finally enjoy a hammock at your porch or your garden. It’s such a fun project with a fun output. Definitely a two thumbs-up from us!
- Chop saw or circular saw
- Drill and 1/2″ paddle bit
- Four 1/2″ diameter, 12″ long bolts
- Eight 8′ 2×4 boards
- Six 1/2″ diameter, 8″ long bolts
- Ten 1/2″ nuts
- Deck screws
- Ten 1/2″ washers
- Measuring tape
96. DIY Corbel Sconce Lights
Full Project: Shanty 2 Chic
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Sconces are all the craze in home décor nowadays, and we see why. They are stylish and easy to DIY, and they keep night stands free to accommodate more stuff. This project is an easy and affordable way to make a cool sconce, perfect for any well-decorated bedroom.
- Kreg Jig
- Wood chisel
- Nailer
- 1 – 2×4 stud
- 1 Pendant Light
- 1 Light Cage
- Stain
- Wood screw (3”)
- Wall anchors
97. Circular Rope Swing
Full Project: Dukes & Duchesses
Estimated Time Needed: 30 Minutes
Reward your little boy/girl with a fun bonding activity for a project he/she would surely love. The Circular Rope Swing is so easy to do that it would even a nice project for you and your little kid. It’s very, very affordable, too!
- Saw that can cut a circular shape
- Pine (You can make on your own or just buy)
- Carabiner
- Natural rope
98. DIY Nightstand
Full Project: Lily Ardor
Estimated Time Needed: 3-4 Hours
If you have a bohemian theme for your bedroom, you’d love to make this cute and easy-to-do nightstand. With simple materials and a few tools, you can have a nice furniture while shelling out just a few bucks. Overall, this project is practical and enjoyable!
- Brad Nailer
- Sander (optional)
- Table Saw
- Screw driver
- Drill
- One 2″x”3 x 8′ length
- Pine plywood
- Two small metal hinges
- 2″ screws
- Wood glue
99. Wind Spinner
Full Project: SunCatcherStudio
Estimated Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
Wind spinners are fun pieces that can add a lot of interesting vibe to your porch or backyard. It is an easy project to make, no doubt, yet the cutting of wood needs a focused intricacy to make them spin perfectly and form a beautiful shape.
- Table saw (or hacksaw or circular saw)
- Drill
- Cedar
- 2 nuts
- Threaded steel rod
- Nylon cord, fishing line, or light chain
100. DIY Rustic Photo Display
Full Project: Making Joy & Pretty Things
Estimated Time Needed: 1 Hour
Decorations don’t always have to be expensive and complicated. Sometimes, the simplest ones prove to be the standouts, just like this DIY Rustic Photo Display. It only takes an hour out of your day and requires very few materials and voila, you got yourself a nice way to display your special memories.
- Kreg Jig
- Mitre Saw
- Barn wood
- 4 square eye hooks
- Twine
- Wooden clothespins
- Photos
Conclusion
Woodworking doesn’t have to be complicated—there are a lot of simple projects you can do when you are at the starting/beginner phase. These aren’t projects that are just decorative, they can be really functional, too. So go ahead and get your woodworking tools ready, and start taking on these fun and easy projects one at a time.
