As a beginner, woodworking can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn what tools you need, why you need them, and what to buy first.
Do you know how to use a Kreg Jig? Are you making these pocket hole mistakes? Here are 9 tips for avoiding pocket hole mistakes when building DIY projects.
Wondering how to reduce home maintenance costs? Here are four different strategies to try for your home, no matter your budget.
Discover how to cut plywood without splintering! Follow our expert tips to master clean cuts with a circular saw and avoid tearout.
The miter saw is one of the tools we use the most to make DIY furniture projects. Here are 7 miter saw tricks and tips to make the most of your miter saw!
Intimidated by routers? This router guide can give you everything you need to get started and some examples to practice with!
Learn how to turn portrait photo into SVG & DXF cut file for Cricut or Cameo Silhouette craft project! It's simpler than you imagine, and trust me I have step-by-step YouTube video tutorial for you! Let me know how it goes!
Are You A Small-Shop Woodworker Too? Get instant access to download your copy of this combo push stick, plus find out how you can get the most from your small wood shop. Free Access Now! Pin16KShareShareEmail16K Shares
A round up of 20 modern DIY dye project ideas and tips and tricks for how to dye pretty much anything. Lots of DIY dye inspiration to get you started on your first dye DIY.
Make a DIY yarn swift at home. 2 video tutorials inside, one tutorial requires the use of power tools (drill) and some readers asked for something simpler and building from scratch.
However small, you need good storage
Build your own queen size murphy bed with detailed instructions and plans! It's a great space saver and looks like built-ins on your wall! Perfect for a multi-purpose room!
This artsy idea is a win-win with its aesthetic visual appeal and the covert cabinetry that comes with it
Do you know how to use a Kreg Jig? Are you making these pocket hole mistakes? Here are 9 tips for avoiding pocket hole mistakes when building DIY projects.
Learn how to use Unicorn SPiT™ PLUS see 7+ Unique Unicorn SPiT Furniture Makeovers! #unicornspit #unicornspitstain #gelstain
Woodworking is a blast, but it can be intimidating for beginners. Luckily, our readers and editors love passing along their go-to tips.
This DIY wall bed is in our playroom/guest room. It was built, by my husband and dad in about four hours… and that is with the added shelving that they added for the kid's toys & baskets!
The video is mesmerizing.
Fit woodwork perfectly to even the waviest walls with an inexpensive compass.
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If you're wondering how to stencil on wood, this trick will save you from the frustration of paint bleeding under the stencils for wood signs.
Do I need to prepare furniture before painting it is a question I get asked often. My answer is usually a question back, do you want your furniture makeover to last? In this post, How To Prepare Furniture For Painting, I’ll share the steps I take to prepare furniture for painting and why I do...Read More »
Homemade Wax Homemade wax for chalk-based paint recipe is easy as pudding but doesn't taste as good. Today I'm sharing how to make homemade wax
Make PVC Look Like Wood: I came up with this simple trick to give PVC pipe a realistic wood texture when I built a few plastic didgeridoos a couple of years ago. It would also work for theater, home decor or backyard tiki-bars! Send an invite if you build that last one.
Learn how to build a gorgeous and functional desk addition onto a Murphy Bed with this tutorial and the free printable plans!
Print on wood with 5 different methods. I show you the pros and cons of each image transfer method to make amazing looking wood prints. Full video tutorial!
Build your own queen size murphy bed with detailed instructions and plans! It's a great space saver and looks like built-ins on your wall! Perfect for a multi-purpose room!
Learn the proper way to remove an interior wall: assess, prepare, support, remove, and finish. Follow these steps for a successful and safe wall removal project.
A wash will add color without sacrificing the visual interest of the wood's texture; all you need to do is dilute paint with water. Start by adding one part water to two parts paint, and test the wash on a wooden swatch before working directly on your surface. If you want to see more wood grain, continue to add water. You'll notice that as the wash gets lighter, the tone of the wood's original color comes through. We took Martha Stewart Vintage Décor paints through three dilution stages to illustrate the differences.
Applying decoupage on wood furniture drawers is simple and using vintage paper was a great choice for this vintage dresser makeover.
Drop spindles are a fun, easy, and inexpensive way to get into spinning yarn. They are super simple to make and I'll walk you through making your own.
A cozy extra bed when you need it, a handsome showpiece when you don't. We'll show you how build a Murphy bed.
Learning how to make clay is so easy! This homemade clay recipe uses simple ingredients you probably have in your kitchen already, and it's so nice to work with! How to Make Clay - Only 3 Ingredients! Air dry clay is so easy and so inexpensive to make! Why spend tons of money on store bought clay, when learning how to make clay at home is so much cheaper and so much fun?! We tested a few different clay recipes and this one was the BEST! And you only need 3 ingredients - water, cornstarch, and baking soda! You don't
Want to learn how to make easy DIY farmhouse wood signs? Get my tutorial and learn the cheapest and easiest way to make farmhouse signs without stencils!
See how to build a full-size DIY murphy bed with desk & Ikea Billy bookcases - perfect for a guest bedroom or craft room! Made with a Create-a-Bed kit.