Simple Technique to Create Gorgeous Copper Wire Inlay
In this video I inlay a simple celtic knot pattern into a piece of cherry wood
Woodworking
Crafting wood can be a complex and rewarding task, but often times beginners may find themselves frustrated with their results. But no matter where you are in your woodworking journey, there are always tips and tricks that can help you create something beautiful – without breaking the bank. We’re going to look at woodworking tips and tricks for makers of all skill levels so even if you feel like it’s too overwhelming to attempt your own project, we’ll provide some guidance so don’t give up just yet!
Reorganize Your Workshop With Custom-Made Tool Holders
Matthias over at Woodgears.ca has done a series of videos detailing the custom wooden tool holders he built to reorganize his workshop. You can see images and explanations of each build on the main page and find links there to specific tool holder projects and build videos. It’s spring; time to get organized!
Modern Cat: Simple DIY Cat Scratcher
Don’t let pet accessories clash with your otherwise clean, modern decor! Build your own sleek and stylish DIY cat scratcher to keep both your kitties and your design aesthetic happy. If you’ve got sisal twine, wood, and some basic tools, you can build a custom cat scratcher for your favorite feline! Make kitty’s day a […]
Sew Kitschy, Sew Cool: How to Cross-Stitch Furniture
Feeling crafty? Learn how to cross-stitch furniture and give your dressers, drawers, tables, or chairs a creative upgrade that’ll make even older pieces look fresh and new! Want to do something really fancy to your furniture? Gather your tapestry yarns and find the drill bits, this DIY’s just for you. If you’ve got wood or […]
DiResta: Embossing a Journal
In this episode, DiResta shows a simple way to emboss tool designs on the cover of notebooks.
Twigs into Toys: Build Your Own Rustic Building Blocks
If you ask someone what toy they most often played with as a child, they will most likely reply with some variety of building block set. It might be Lego, Lincoln Logs, Tinkertoy or K’Nex, to name a few of the more popular mass-produced toys. Instead of shelling out your hard earned money on machine made […]
DIY Seating: Transform a Headboard into a Stylish Bench
Have a wooden headboard cluttering up your garage that didn’t survive your last big bedroom revamp? Turn it into a custom DIY bench! Swapping out your headboard for something new is a great way to change up the look of your space, but don’t toss that still-good old one in the trash! Transform a found, […]