Woodworking

Drying your own wood, whether for woodworking, carving or turning, can be very rewarding--if you can keep it from splitting. Wood loses moisture from the ends at a higher rate than the faces and...

Stork yard signs are an American tradition for announcing the birth of a child. The stork represents good luck and fertility, which inevitably started the myth of storks delivering babies. Many...

Before paying for a beautifully crafted country sign, consider making your own. Country signs add a personal touch to homes because they appear rustic and vintage while adding a little charm. You...

Cedar shakes are cedar shingles that naturally weather and are resistant to decay. Like most wooden shingles, however, especially when painted, they require care and maintenance over the course of...

Stencils are used to transfer images and letters onto surfaces with duplicating precision. They are useful for a variety of projects, including adding images to wood. You can create wooden plaques...

Signs can be an important advertising element for any business. Signs can also welcome visitors to your home. Rustic, old-fashioned signs can be particularly appealing and offer a warm welcome to...

Basketball has become a popular sport in many countries around the world. Although the rules remain the same from one nation to the next, you can use a variety of materials to play the game. DIY...

Making a piece of furniture yours by hand painting it adds character to your home. End tables are the perfect place to experiment because they are small, usually inexpensive and can be...

Paint a wooden picket welcome sign to greet guests as they arrive at your home. Made from an actual picket fence, the sign has the look and feel of primitive country décor. Look for old wood...

No matter how hard you try, sometimes painting mistakes happen. Even the seasoned pros splatter paint now and again. So, what do you do to remove the paint if it come in contact with your wooden...

A piece of debris or dried paint can be the culprit behind a clog in your Wagner paint sprayer and prevent it from working. When filling your paint sprayer with paint, be very careful to not let...

Want to put a smile on the face of the SCROOGE in your family? Want to make free and fun Christmas gifts for the hard to shop for person on your shopping list? Make something fun and whimsical...

Art is often about creative recycling. This kind of recycling is a great way to create things that have both an impressive form and quality function. Creating an attractive artist's work desk from...

Handmade toys serve as a cost-effective way to stock your child's toy shelf. Especially in the case of young children, elaborate toys aren't always necessary, and a handmade toy can be a great...

This article will teach you how to create a Wood Burning from start to finish. Following the step by step instructions you'll find it easy to make this type of craft making an enjoyable hobby of...

Wood boxes are a wonderful storage container and can be finished in a variety of ways to match the decor of the room in which you place them. Determining the appropriate method for finishing the...

Epoxy can give wood a waterproof, resilient finish. In most cases, it is an ideal coating for wood projects that will be exposed to moisture or wear. However, there are some cases where it is not...

Primitive signs create a warm and welcoming feeling in the home. A primitive sign is typically long and narrow allowing it to go on almost any small wall area. Primitives signs are popular year...

Regardless of the materials your bathroom vanity is made of, it is subject to a lot of damage over the years from water, cleaning chemicals and even hair and beauty products. Refinishing a...

A dining room table is often a centerpiece in your home. It is the gathering place for wonderful meals. As a result, it must be able to withstand spills, sweating glasses and the vapors it is...

Repair existing wooden furniture or design a one-of-a-kind treasure piece through painting. Preparation and technique are key steps in creating a long-lasting piece of furniture. Colors and...

You can use a wooden plaque for a variety of things. For instance, present a plaque as an award for a job well done, or display a significant word or motivational phrase. You can buy many plaques...

Oak cabinets are stylish and durable. While the natural color of oak is beautiful, adding a splash of white can give the cabinet a more modern feel. Turning the cabinets white can also help match...

Mildew is an unhealthy growth of fungus and mold due to extraneous amounts of moisture in an area. Mildew commonly grows on tiles and finishing in bathrooms and kitchens, but it can also appear on...

Protecting the paint on wooden structures and wooden crafts is important for prolonging the life of these items. Preventative measures are usually cheaper than restorative measures, and a lot less...

Create a variety of Christmas wood projects that include decorative ornaments to hang on holiday trees, use as gift tags, enhance wood frames or to embellish table centerpieces. Children, adults...

Apples are a round fruit with skins that are green, red or yellow. Many people display apple wood crafts around their home because they are appealing to the eye and easy to find. If you're...

A well-placed "Welcome" sign can be just the adornment to show visitors that you're happy to have see them. A sign that shows your house numbers helps people easily find you. You can save money on...

Many people have dated and unattractive melamine cabinets. One affordable solution is to paint them. Painting melamine does pose some special challenges, but with the right products you can give...

Would you like a bench in a quiet corner of your yard? How about making a small bench to sit on when you work in the garden? Need a bench in the garage? How about a little carpentry project to...

Decorating with wooden letters has become a popular way to add interest to any room in the house, from placing words such as "family" or "love" on a shelf in a living room to hanging a baby's name...

Baby cradles are an important, if not essential, addition to your baby's room. Unfortunately, in the case of most baby cradles, if you've seen one, you've seen them all. Make your baby's cradle...

Remodeling a kitchen can be an agonizing process, with months of disturbance in your home, and at tremendous expense. But there are a few little ways to make an old kitchen look new again. One of...

There are many holiday wood crafts you can make on your own during the holiday season. They are fun, family-oriented projects that will bring everyone together and they can be a good bonding...

If you enjoy making wooden crafts, consider making items with a wooden cow design. You can be creative when you paint cow crafts. You do not always have to paint using black and white. Incorporate...

Decorative wood crafts can brighten your home and add a bit of character. Even if you have never worked with wood in the past you can enjoy many simple projects. Decorative wood crafts can be...

With the cost of antiques often prohibitively high, some people create an antique look by distressing newer furniture. Distressing a solid wood coffee table can give an uninteresting piece of...

A well-organized house can make everyday chores and activities easier. For the youngest members of the family, reaching sinks to brush their teeth or wash their hands can be a difficult. Encourage...

Country primitive woodcrafts are very popular items--and expensive. Good thing then that woodcrafts also are popular to make. It is more rewarding to create something from hand and less expensive....

Part of the beauty and wonder of precious antique wood pieces are the scars and wounds the furniture has received over decades of use. While not everyone can afford to fill their home with...

Today most boxes for dolls are made of plastic, but for a real treat, use wood. Any wooden box that is the right size for a doll to fit inside will work. If the box has a hinged lid and latch,...

Perpetual calendars are calendars that have pieces that can be moved around to change the date. This allows you to use the same pieces for each month and since there is no year attached to it, it...

Wooden bear crafts are very popular. There are wooden bear crafts that can take less than an hour and those that can take several days or weeks, depending on how crafty you are and how involved...

Wooden children's blocks are a wonderful part of any nursery. Here is how you can create your own children's blocks and make them personal and more meaningful.

Distressed furniture is a trendy way to finish your furniture and can range from rustic to shabby chic in style. You can make your own do-it-yourself (DIY) distressed furniture by refinishing and...

A belt sander provides a way to quickly sand wood surfaces. This tool uses belt-shaped sandpaper that slides onto a rotating drum. The sandpaper moves across the drums at a high rate of speed. It...

The next time you are contemplating buying your toddler expensive store-bought toys, think about what you can make yourself in the comfort of your own home for your child's enjoyment. Creating...

If you have old wooden furniture and are considering throwing it out, here is a way to save it.

If you enjoy hiking or long strolls, using a walking stick can be handy. There is no reason to buy a walking stick, though: they are easy enough to make. You can even personalize them.

Wooden letters are a great way to add a special touch to a nursery or any room in a home. You can use them to spell out names or special words, like hope and faith. But, instead of just hanging...