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Surprise a child with a gift you made yourself, or teach the next generation of wood workers and let them help you stain one of these wood working projects. Included in each project plan, you'll find:

  • Detailed instructions
  • Tools needed
  • List of materials
  • Shopping and Cutting lists
  • Assembly diagrams
  • Finishing options
  • Safety tips

Just save and print the instructions, and have fun! (Adobe PDF viewer required. Click here for free download)

Table Hockey
Who hasn't played table hockey at one time or another? It's great fun, and you may have noticed how simple the "rink" really is. So why go out and buy a ready-made when you can make one yourself! With its small number of parts and simple joints, this is a great project for those with beginner level skills.

Skill Level: Beginner; Download Project Plans (PDF; 153k)

Vintage Model Airplane
With all the different steps and tasks involved, from bandsawing to precision cutting and drilling to using a traditional spokeshave, completing this airplane will surely advance your skills. And after you build it, you'll learn how to apply and use finishes to protect the wood and keep it looking beautiful.

Skill Level: Intermediate; Download Project Plans (PDF; 145k)

Tabletop Soccer
If you like fast-action fun, here's a homemade foosball game that'll give everyone hours of enjoyment.

Skill Level: Intermediate; Download Project Plans (PDF; 3.2mb)

Baseball Cap Rack
This stylized baseball cap rack is sure to hit a home run as it is the kind of challenge that makes learning fun. The perfect addition to any bedroom, the piece stands 54" tall and can accommodate up to eight caps.

Skill Level: Beginner; Download Project Plans (PDF; 4.4mb)