Rather than have an ugly cardboard box laying around, build this nest for your cat that even doubles as a piece of wall art.
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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A simple station will go a long way in keeping your family's collection of smart phones organized.
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Super-simple end grain cutting board
End grain cutting boards are not only great to cut on, but they look fantastic. The trick is that they can be on the labour intensive side. Not the case with this end grain cutting board.
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This train shaped bank makes a great gift for a young one or a train enthusiast. It is made from ash and walnut and will highlight your turning skills.
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This visually striking box is simple to make, and can be customized many ways.
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Weekday evenings can be busy. Planning your meals for the week will make shopping easier and reduce the stress of deciding what to make for dinner each night at the last minute.
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A pizza peel is a great way to move a fresh pizza into and out of a hot oven without burning yourself. This peel was made entirely from shop offcuts, and best of all, it can easily be made in a single weekend.
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Tea light holder with a planished copper reflector
This easy project makes a great present for anyone on your gift-giving list. Just be sure to make an extra for yourself.
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Build a Box with Diamond Pegged and Bevelled Corners
Bevelled corners are visually very clean, but they can be on the weak side. Learn a new technique to add strength and style to a box with bevelled corners.
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Create this contour line wall art with your scroll saw to remind you of your favourite lake or river when you’re not there.
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9 Neckties: Turn Your Tie Collection Into a Centerpiece
We all know ties are the focal point of a man’s suit. In the meantime, why not show them off with this easy-to-make project?
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These boxes are so easy and fun to make, you won’t know when to stop. Grab a few small pieces of wood and see where this basic starting point takes you.
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With only a few items from a fabric store, and no experience, you can make a simple, customized upholstered cushion for a piece of furniture.
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The perfect level of difficulty for a kid’s birthday party, this is a fun and easy project for most kids to do, and leaves them with an art and drawing storage container.
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Technology is often shiny and cold to the hands and eyes. Pairing these modern objects with wood is a great way to visually and physically warm them up.
