"WOODWORKING" Post Archive

7 Easy Steps to Make Wooden Christmas Trees

7 Easy Steps to Make Wooden Christmas Trees

I was recently given some reclaimed wood - best gift ever, right?!  I have plans to make a table, and some other cool things with it.  But I also wanted to do something simple.  A bit of home decor that could be used for winter, something different that would bring tons of character to a space. You've all probably... Read More
4 Steps to Get Rid of that Musty Smell

4 Steps to Get Rid of that Musty Smell

This dresser stinks. It may be curvy, old, and beautiful, but it has that musty smell. The tell tale sign it's been sitting a bit too long in someone's basement.  Let me teach you how to clean and restore both the inside and the outside of an old piece so it will last for years to come (and so you... Read More
Top 10 Best Tools for Your Favorite DIYer

Top 10 Best Tools for Your Favorite DIYer

Well, a bit of a different pace for this post.  I thought it would be fun to pull my top ten best tools from the workshop and do a little review. I really stood in my garage and pulled my favorite tools that I use on almost every project (I'll link to some projects I've used with the tools... Read More
Create a Simple Faux Shiplap Accent Wall

Create a Simple Faux Shiplap Accent Wall

Looking for a unique accent wall that won't break the bank?  I've got an idea for you! This faux shiplap wall was easy, inexpensive and really fun to do.  This started out the makeover for my daughter's room.  My son got a barn wood wall, which we love, but this room I wanted to be bright, clean and... Read More
How to Replace Garden Bench Slats

How to Replace Garden Bench Slats

Has your cast iron garden bench seen better days?  Ours sure had.  It was on it's last legs and either destined for the trash (where I found it in the first place) or a full makeover.  I actually googled "garden bench replacement slats" thinking I could just buy some new slats.  Harder to find than you may think.  But... Read More
DIY Outdoor Coffee Table

DIY Outdoor Coffee Table

My neighbors build a beautiful new deck last summer, but couldn't find the right coffee table to fit the space.  So, I built one! I love building furniture, it's a process for sure - and I have a lot to learn, but building something from a few pieces of wood is immensely gratifying.  This DIY outdoor coffee table didn't... Read More