In my last build, I made a really large wood picture frame with splines and I thought I’d share how I made a super simple corner clamping jig to clamp and align the corners during the glue up process. Watch the 2 minute video or read on! Click here to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel for more DIY
When I first bought my hundred year old house through an estate sale, I inherited of a painting that had been created by the previous owner who had lived there for over 40 years. I decided it was about time that I made a decent frame to hang this piece of history on the wall.
This project began with me wanting to make a picture frame. I was doing some research on how I wanted to reinforce the mitered corner joints and that’s when I realized something. The corner splines I often see people use on decorative boxes and picture frames aren’t just decorative. They actually make the mitered joint
With Halloween just around the corner, I’ve decided to try yet another concrete experiment. In my very first ever concrete project, I made a large round concrete planter. So this time around, I’ve decided to make a Jack-O-Lantern pumpkin using concrete. Click here to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel for more DIY videos! Here are the
One thing I learned making this entryway coat rack bench is that there’s actually a name for it. It’s called a hall tree. Who would of thought? If you have a small entryway and are looking for a simple (yet cool) way to store your coats, shoes, hats, mitts, umbrellas and everything else, a hall
I guess you could say I’m truly a DIY addict. When I walk into furniture stores, all I can think to myself is not what I would like to purchase, no. Instead, all I can think about is how I could make what I see myself. And not even because I need one, but just
One of the easiest ways to hang frames flush against the wall is using keyhole slots. They are easy to make with a keyhole router bit. The tricky part is making all your keyholes the same distance from the top of the frame so your picture will be level. You can make a simple keyhole
If you’re into woodworking or even just own a table saw, I can bet you have a collection of scrap wood and cut offs lying around just like me. I reached a point when I could barely move around in my shop because of the various piles of wood that seem to accumulate everywhere. While
I went into West Elm the other day and saw this super cute mid-century plant stand, and immediately thought to myself – I can make that! I was even more convinced of myself after I took a peek at the price tag. Check out the video below for the step-by-step making process or read on! Click here
Full disclosure: This is my first time working with concrete. That being said, I think my concrete planter turned out pretty great! I really wanted a large round concrete planter, and as usual, couldn’t find one for purchase that suited my needs. So I decided to make my own. You can watch the step-by-step process in
I’ve been wanting to build a wood mirror frame for a while now, and I finally got around to it! There are so many different techniques for building mirror frames, I just couldn’t seem to choose. But when I got my hands on some reclaimed tongue and groove barnwood, I knew exactly how I was
In this post, I’ll show you how to make what I call the Edison Wooden Block Lamp. So yeah, it’s a lamp made from a block of wood, paired with a vintage Edison bulb. Hey, it looks cool. This vintage looking lamp has an industrial yet modern design. I made this lamp from a scrap piece
DIY Reclaimed Pallet Wood Clock Here are the materials you’ll need: Reclaimed wood, preferably barn wood or pallet wood (12) 1/2 inch copper pipe end caps Wood glue Quartz clock movement And the tools: Miter saw Orbital sander 220-grit sanding disks Cordless drill 3/4 inch forstner bit Protractor angle finder Re-sealable clear silicone String Prep
2×4 Modern Finger Joint Bench Want a modern expensive looking outdoor bench that actually costs very little to make? Not to mention it can just as well be used as a coffee table. Got your attention? Read on! Click here to SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube channel for more DIY videos! The materials are simple. All
Remember when your first brought home your brand new Ikea Applaro outdoor furniture? How great the acacia wood looked on your patio? If you’ve had your furniture for several years like me, that may seem like a distant memory. Well, what if I told you it’s easy to refinish your wooden outdoor furniture and make
If you’re wondering why do I need a zero clearance insert for my miter saw? I have just one word for you: tearout. Ever noticed that the wood fibers seem all frayed along the cut when using your miter saw or table saw? That’s tearout. The wood fibers get ripped away by the blade because of
Homemade jointer guard If you’re like me, you love finding a good deal on Craigslist, especially when it comes to tools. You sometimes have to be patient, but oh the satisfaction when you snag that sweat deal. On the down side, that often means you’ll need to do a little work to get the tool
DIY Patio Loveseat With summer just around the corner, most of us can’t wait to get outside. What better way to enjoy your patio than lounging on some outdoor furniture in the shade. Making your own outdoor seating is easy and will cost you a fraction of the cost. Here’s how to make a beautiful
If you use power tools such as a table saw, router table or jointer, you already (hopefully) know the importance of using push sticks and push blocks is key to keeping your fingers safe. Making your own push blocks is easy using plywood scraps and an old mouse pad. Materials you’ll need to make these push
There are many posts out there about how to build your own cordless drill storage rack. It’s a nifty way to store your drills/drivers, chargers and bits on the wall, in a compact way. I had a bunch of spare plywood lying around, so I thought I would put them to good use and build
