Canadian Woodworking Gift & Craft articles showcase small projects, creative ideas, seasonal inspiration, and practical tips for making thoughtful handmade gifts.
Build an Electric Guitar – Without the Fancy Tools
If you’ve ever thought of building an electric guitar but didn’t like the idea of needing a number of specialized tools, we’ve got a surprise for you. This method allows you to make an incredible instrument without any specialized luthier tools.
Have fun with your child building this ideal first project foot stool.
For those of you who are lucky enough to get home mail delivery, a handmade wooden mailbox gives you a chance to show off your woodworking skills to all who come to your front door.
This counter-top breadbox will make a fine addition to your kitchen or a hand-made gift.
This modern shelf is highlighted by the classic look of hand-cut dovetails, which produces a look that is both traditional and contemporary.
The attention to detail on this cutting board allows you to take something very utilitarian and make it beautiful and meaningful.
This hand-made set of chopsticks will make a great non-traditional gift for the sushi-lover on your Christmas list.
This handy chalkboard will help to ensure that important messages don’t get lost.
Brighten up a fireplace mantel, hall table, night stand – in fact any room - with this heritage style mantel clock.
This knife, with its customized inlay, makes a wonderful wedding gift and keepsake.
The Shaker tradition of simplicity in design continues to hold sway in Hampton, New Brunswick where Brent Rourke makes traditionally inspired oval boxes.
Every child loves a toy train. This simple train set is as much fun for a youngster to play with as it is for the young at heart to build.
Children love playing with messy, gooey things and adults love to preserve those early childhood memories. This project is great for both.
If you sell the woodworking products that you make, it’s a good idea to always carry your business cards with you.
Stretching ear lobes (and other body parts) has been done by various peoples around the world for thousands of years. Now it is becoming popular in our culture. If you don’t believe me, ask the younger adults in your family. Chances are you’ll find that most people know someone with a stretched lobe or two.
