Power carve a Ginkgo serving platter
Once you master the basic skills needed to power carve a ginkgo leaf, you’ll be able to transfer those skills to more power-carving projects like cabinets, boxes and other solid wood furniture.
Gifts / Crafts
Canadian Woodworking Gift & Craft articles showcase small projects, creative ideas, seasonal inspiration, and practical tips for making thoughtful handmade gifts.
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This wooden planter box will showcase a few potted plants and can be customized to their size.
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A custom house plaque is a great weekend project, and you can probably find most of the materials you’ll need in your shop’s offcuts bin.
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Playing tic-tac-toe is a fun family game. Making one can be just as fun.
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Vanities don’t have to be overly complex. This continuous-grain floating vanity can be sized to fit your space, no matter how small it is.
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Boxes are a lot of fun to make. They also don’t take up much time to complete and you don’t need a lot of materials. Try your hand at this hexagonal box for a change of pace.
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Cats enjoy looking out a window while going about their not-so-busy day. Build your fur friend this stylish post and you’ll both be thankful.
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Boxes can be functional and aesthetically pleasing, and this design is a great example of that. Whether you use paper, paint, figured wood or another approach to adorn the top and bottom panels, your project will be unique and personal.
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A coat tree is a great way for kids to show off their woodworking skills, and live edge material is all the rage these days.
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With home brewing taking off, and makers getting serious about not only the beer they’re making but the whole presentation of their favourite home brew, a customized beer tap handle is the perfect gift.
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Build a custom silverware organizer
Every kitchen drawer is unique, as is the silverware that goes into it. Don’t settle for a standard silverware organizer when a custom one is easy to make, prevents messy drawers and looks great.
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This step stool can be used for many different everyday tasks. If you’re thinking of buying a step stool, why not build one that’s durable and looks awesome? It can be a fun family project, especially for kids.
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Build a vanity for your bathroom that looks like a well-made piece of furniture.
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Wooden gift tags for the holidays
The perfect addition to any gift, these customized gift tags designed and created by two young woodworkers are a great project for beginners.
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Make a floating wine bottle holder
This dining table centerpiece displays the evening’s wine and showcases your shop skills at the same time.
