Woodworking

Season your firewood several months before you will need it. Generally, you will need six months to one year. Fresh or "green" wood's cells contain 50 percent or more water. Seasoning wood simply...

Handrails and newel posts are decorative but they also serve an important purpose. Handrails help you climb stairs safely. Even one step will be safer with a handrail, especially for people with...

You can carve bowls from logs using the dugout method if you do not want to use a lathe or spend hours carving with hand tools. The dugout method has been used for centuries and has seen a...

The mortise and tenon joint is a staple of fine woodworking. Different variations of this joint can be found in almost every type of furniture project. In order to bring your skills to a higher...

Looking for a fun and challenging project to help pass these drab winter months? If you are a woodworking hobbyist, give yourself a real challenge and build an elegant Japanese pagoda birdhouse....

If you are a woodworking hobbyist who likes to test your skills, give yourself a real challenge and build a fancy "gingerbread" birdhouse. The whole family can enjoy this project because you will...

Much of a modern cooper's work is in barrel making. To make a good solid barrel as well as a cooper takes years of hands-on training, absorbing a skill-set that's as much art as it is technique....

Whether you want to make a toy box for your children, an accessory for a costume, a candy box for Halloween Trick-or-treating, or a decorative prop for a scavenger hunt or live action role...

According to the website TheRumLounge.com, most little boys go through a swashbuckler phase, when they love everything to do with pirates. And while you may not make those little boys happy when...

Wooden dinner and serving ware can add a warm, sophisticated touch to any kitchen or dining area. Wooden bowls are easy to use and easy to wash and add an earthy color and texture to your home....

Using a radial arm saw needs to be as easy as possible for safety reasons and quality of work produced. The versatility of a radial arm saw makes set up potentially complicated. Many other tools...

You can make factory-quality moulding using a good router table and the right bits. Consider the many shapes and sizes of router bits designed to make mouldings before settling on one set. In some...

This article will show you how to build a cheap fully functioning windmill. You will need to find the materials for the tail prop and blades before you actually begin constructing the bicycle...

Wooden bracelets can add a Bohemian flair to outfits, especially long skirts and earth-tones. Wood bracelets are made with a lathe, which is a machine that shapes the wood by rotating it rapidly...

Carving children's toys has always been a joy. This is a carving of a Hare (as in rabbit) jumping over a tortoise (as in turtle) like in the Aesop's Fable. This takes some skill and makes a...

This article will tell you what you need to know about building a crib will not tell you how to build a specific crib.

Building a kid's cottage house is one of the more challenging projects you can take on in your backyard. Essentially you're building a tiny house for your kids to play in, and planning it out can...

The wooden carts of the medieval era served many purposes: they carried produce and livestock to market, transported victims of the period's brutal plagues, and condemned prisoners to their...

Many people consider making doors to be the pinnacle of woodworking achievement. What stops most people from attempting it is the simple fact that most door panels are wider than wood is commonly...

It can be a real challenge to get children to go to bed at the end of the day. Entice them into bed by surrounding them with their favorite things. Make your little princess her very own castle...

You asked how to make a windshield for your boat. Here is a step by step introduction on just that. It's not for the beginner, and you have to know something about welding, but its alot better...

To build your own baby crib is to take on quite a monumental task. It's a job for experienced woodworkers and for those who have the time and patience to commit to a difficult task. Making a baby...

Gun cabinets are an excellent way to show off your gun collection. Guns that are used frequently should be under lock and key, but if you have a collection that warrants a display case, that's...

Cabinets that fit in the corner of a room tend to be the focal point of that room. China is among the most commonly displayed items in a corner display cabinet. If you are the adventurous type,...

Wood carving is an art that has been around for generations. It used to be done with a simple knife and a block of wood, but there is a trend these days toward applying power tools to the job....

Not only are recorders fun and relaxing to play, a hand-crafted recorder makes a beautiful decorative piece. Carving recorders from wood makes a great hobby, and with a little patience and some...

Storage trunks were the suitcases of yesteryear. They were so durable that many are still around. If you have an antique storage trunk in your attic, don't neglect it; a trunk can be restored to...

Have you ever wondered how to make your very own wooden body jewelry? Show your creative side with these interesting tips.

A lathe is a popular tool that is used for woodworking. Beginners and the general public tend to use just a few basic techniques to create a variety of do-it-yourself items, including pool cues,...

Trying to carve with a dull chip carving knife is difficult. Sharpening the knife on a regular basis is the best way to keep it in the best condition to produce the best carvings. Ideally, you...

If you like the look of rustic furniture, you don’t have to spend a fortune to decorate your home—just go shopping in your backyard. With a little bit of effort, you can create your...

Craft boxes come in all kinds of sizes and shapes, and they're simple to make. In fact, you don't need any nails or screws to hold them together; for they can be glued together with...

Perhaps you're tired of having no place beside your bed for your alarm clock or books and you're tired of nearly falling out of bed to reach these items on the floor. Build your own bedside...

A drafter's ruler is an essential tool for drafting and modeling. A drafter's ruler is three-sided with two units of measurement on each side, totaling six. The six different units of measure are...

Carving a wheat pattern in wood is a great way to jazz up a solid wood surface such as a runner, exposed rafter or front cabinet piece. A wheat pattern on a piece of wood can be a great harvest...

The practice of woodcarving is about as ancient as the mystical stories of dragons. So combining the craft of woodcarving with the mysticism of dragons not only brings back a piece of history, but...

Every violin, every guitar, and every flute all look pretty much the same. One of the most fun parts of building a dulcimer is that there is not a standard way that a dulcimer should look. The...

One of basic wagon designs that seem to have changed little over the years consists of a body that can be removed easily or even replaced if needed, a running gear, and wheels. There are many...

Heirloom furniture is something that should be treasured, for not only is it beautiful, but it is designed to last a lifetime and more. You can begin making your own heirloom furniture in much the...

One of the oldest and most common joints found in furniture-making is the mortise and tenon joint. This sturdy joint interlocks two wood pieces, usually at right angles, by a "tongue" (tenon) cut...

Mitered joints refer to the edges of wood beveled so two pieces fit together at a corner. Picture frames, crown molding and base boards are all examples of mitered corners. Many pieces of molding...

For the true fans of electric trains, having a wooden storage box for when the trains are not in use is an imperative. This eHow details how you can build your own wooden storage box.

The Shakers were great craftsmen who made beautiful furniture, baskets, and more. One of the most famous basket styles is the oval basket made of wood. Rather than buy these baskets, you can make...

A stub tenon joint is a strong and sturdy joint that works very well. It does take a little time to prepare, but the results are well worth the effort.

A haunched tenon joint is a must when creating a door. The joint is strong, and because of the "haunches" on the tenon, allows for more surface area that can be glued, making the joint more secure.

Wooden puzzles are long-lasting and durable toys that recall a simpler era. A handcrafted wooden puzzle could become an heirloom with the right construction. Here are some helpful tips on how to...

Gumball machines have been around for a long time, and can create a sort of nostalgic whimsy. This article wills how you how to build your own wooden gumball machine.

Woodcarving is an inexpensive, relaxing hobby handed down through generations. It's a simple way to express creativity without many costs involved. It takes patience but the results can provide a...

Most woods are categorized as either hardwood or softwood, depending on their density and weight. Softwoods grow faster than hardwoods and are softer, easier to work and cheaper, making them a...

Making your own wood pen is a fun hobby. You can make wood pens as gifts or sell them to earn extra money. The following steps will show you how to make a unique wood pen using a lathe.