Furniture Making

If you make anything at all from wood then you need to "brand them little doggies partner". You may be into cabinet making, wood turning, wood plaques, shelves, furniture, bird houses,...

One of the hallmarks of a Montessori classroom is the predominance of wooden materials and furniture. Unlike many preschools that use plastic toys and tables, Montessori schools use natural...

Many homeowners find that over time their furniture becomes mismatched or faded in color. Staining wood furniture is a simple process that can give any homeowner a nice set of matching and...

There are several ways you can make a fashion doll dining chair. It all comes down to how much time and money you want to spend on the project. If you're making the chair for a child to use, it's...

Old, well-used pieces of furniture can get tired and worn looking. Rather than buying the same furniture again, you might decide to paint and clean old furniture to brighten different areas of...

Making a wooden bed frame with drawers can be very convenient because you can customize it to your space and needs. It may save you a little money as well and you know it will be better made,...

How to protect your stained wood against the elements of the weather. Applying a clear coat finish to the wood so it can be used outside without damage.

Building your own piano stool is moderately challenging, but you will have a great feeling of accomplishment after you complete the project. You will need 4 wooden legs (measured to your desired...

In most modern homes today, kitchen wall cabinets are the focus of the kitchen, because not only do they serve a functional purpose, but they also provide some aesthetic appeal. Kitchen appliances...

Dado joints are some of the most common and strongest joints that can be made with a router. Stopped dado joints are ideal for items such as bookcases and shelves. With a stopped dado, the joint...

A coffee table can be easy to make. This instruction adds a shelf in the coffee table of "Design 2" which is basically a table with two rectangular boards for legs. These steps can be...

When storage options are minimal, a homeowner needs to get creative. Department stores are beginning to make small storage ottomans available. Storage ottomans can easily be recreated at home....

A carpenter putting together a table and an artist making a carving out of a piece of wood need different sets of tools. There are, however, categories of tools that have a variety of uses. Many...

Here is number two of a series of methods to finish or hide the edges of plywood for furniture or any project requiring attractive edges.

A new baby is a precious and exciting event in a couple's life. Many times a family member will make something special before the baby arrives. You can make a beautiful baby cot. This process can...

It is good to know how to glue wood to plastic if you are making a repair involving the two. Or, as seen in the photo above, making mixed media furniture or art is much easier (and more durable)...

Explains how to make an easy wall shelf.

The price of outdoor furniture seems to be rising as fast as gas prices these days making outdoor entertaining an expensive venture. With some time, tools and discarded wood pallets it's easy to...

Tiger maple is an exotic hardwood with a distinctive wavy or curly pattern that can resemble tiger stripes. Also known as curly maple or flame maple, tiger maple's durability and its array of...

Antique furniture has been aged for at least one hundred years in order to earn the title of ‘antique’. It is impossible to duplicate the patina of antique furniture, but you can distress and...

This project uses a miter box and miter saw to form the 90-degree angle of the cabinet door moulding. It is a beginner's project that will acquaint the woodworker with mitering. It is an...

Teak is one of the most sought-after and useful of all woods, renowned for its color and its legendary resistance to rot. Its beauty and durability make it a favorite for everything from boats to...

Making a lamp for your home can be a fun and creative way to add personal design to any setting. It is also a longer lasting and less expensive method of furnishing a home. A homemade wood lamp...

Hall trees are attractive additions to your foyer or mud room. You can build a hall tree with a storage bench from a wooden door and a few building supplies. Bring new life to an old wood door...

If you'd like to have a brand-new, sturdy wooden weight bench, but you don't want to spend a lot of money, then you might consider making one yourself. The process is extremely simple and requires...

If you are looking to save costs by reducing your electric bill this coming summer, this will work. It is a homemade fan that with the aid of a breeze will cool your home. Can Easily be put up and...

Driftwood furniture makes a lovely addition to your beach home, lake house or eclectic décor. You can make a variety of furniture from driftwood, depending on its shape and size. Hat and coat...

Displaying an assortment of vintage hats looks best on a hat tree that represents the time period of your collection. You can easily make a hat tree from an old door that you refurbish with paint...

With these step-by-step instructions, you can build your own baby crib and save money for the other necessities! Read on to discover how simple it is to create this essential piece of baby furniture.

Building a bookshelf for children or a game shelve is something I did in my spare time. Its a simple project and holds lots of games and sits against a wall taking little space.

To sell your own furniture, you'll need to be able to create good designs. Design and craftsmanship are both equally important in making a good product. You want your design to be unique and...

Easels are commonly regarded as a stand an artist uses to support his canvas while he paints. They can also be used as display stands for informational items, pictures and artwork, or as support...

Have you made a great thrift or antique store find and bought vintage furniture? Perhaps you have a family piece of vintage furniture that is just a bit worn. While you can paint vintage furniture...

When building a wooden stool, you can choose the type of wood you want to use and the size of the stool. Generally, a stool's seat should have a circumference of at least 1 1/2 feet, large enough...

When you have the right tool for the job, your task seems to complete itself. Through the years, tool companies created special tools with specific carpentry jobs in mind. These carpentry tools,...

Long ago, when power tools weren't yet invented, people used their hands, sweat and blood to create not only their homes but their furniture as well. Furniture was used for storage and comfort and...

Often someone will have a beautiful piece of wood furniture in their home and not even realize it. It might be a worn out, tattered piece of wood furniture but with a little time and elbow...

Does shopping for a new child's bed make you cringe? With today's high prices and low quality what is a parent supposed to do? All the horror stories of lead paint used for toys and other items...

Here is a cheap but nice looking way to make a wood shelf unit.

Building a bed for your child or toddler can be a fulfilling experience for the whole family. Create a supplies list, a woodworking plan and select a pattern. Make sure you choose a design for the...

Platform beds are good, simple, sturdy beds that work well in kid's rooms. You can make a platform bed that has storage boxes as its base. It's a fun project, and your kid will love the results.

There are lots of reasons you might need a breakable table. Perhaps you’re interested in playing a prank on a friend that requires you to break some furniture without getting hurt. Set...

Because your bedroom is the first thing you see every morning when you wake up, the atmosphere of the room is important. Your bedroom decor is one way to set the mood. Maybe your room needs a...

When you are building a dresser, picking the right wood for the drawers is important, because the fronts of the drawers are visible. They can either create a statement or blend in. It's up to you...

Perhaps you have a guest room to furnish, or you're just tired of your own bed, but you don't want to pay for a new one. Make your own. It's possible for the amateur builder to make a queen-sized...

A wooden baby cradle is the perfect place for one's newborn baby to sleep during the first few months after it is born. One can place the cradle in one's room until the baby is big enough to sleep...

Many people love handmade wood furniture because it is both practical and beautiful, and it can be customized to fit in any decor. Once you have mastered a few simple steps, you can use a variety...

Children love to play mommy and daddy to their dolls, often dressing them up in outfits, changing tiny diapers and feeding them pretend food. Give your child a special place to tuck her doll into...

If you want a project for that lazy Saturday afternoon, a newspaper rack could be perfect. A home built, sturdy wooden newspaper rack would not only give a great project, but can also enhance your...

With its clean lines and simple design, the Parsons table has become a timeless piece of furniture. Attributed to Jean-Michel Frank from New York's Parsons School of Design, this table was first...