Category Archives: woodworking

Nice build for a pull out for a trash cabinet

Posted on March 31, 2017 by robertwilkie

I like the drawer slide approach. http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Pull-Out-Trash-Cabinet/?ALLSTEPS

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Pop up dog benches

Posted on March 21, 2017 by robertwilkie

Basically cut some grooves into a dowel rod and use a rubber band to hold it down and pop it up when needed. http://www.instructables.com/id/Rubber-Band-Powered-Bench-Dogs/?ALLSTEPS

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Under cabinet storage

Posted on March 2, 2017 by robertwilkie

I have been wanting to build one of these for a couple of years now.  Its a nice build overall. https://www.familyhandyman.com/kitchen/storage/organization-tips-for-your-kitchen#10

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Cool storage for cabinets

Posted on March 1, 2017 by robertwilkie

I can’t remember if I posted these up before.  But I really like the build.  basically you add drawers to the kickboards of your cabinets. https://www.familyhandyman.com/kitchen/storage/how-to-build-under-cabinet-drawers-increase-kitchen-storage/view-all

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Make a wooden beer Koozie with built in bottle opener

Posted on March 1, 2017 by robertwilkie

Very clever idea.  The only downside is its alot of work to convert a chunk of wood into a beer koozie like this.  I wonder if I could simplify it with a square block instead?  The “blanks” the author uses … Continue reading →

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Some simple floating shelves

Posted on February 22, 2017 by robertwilkie

Author says its about $7 per shelf.  I think its closer to $10 in NY. http://lifehacker.com/build-and-mount-your-own-floating-shelves-for-about-sev-1792594358

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Nice write-up on how to make a wooden ring with simple tools

Posted on December 14, 2016 by robertwilkie

I like this writeup.  The rings look nice too.  The author only uses scrape wood and many common tools. http://www.instructables.com/id/Wood-Ring-Quick-Easy-With-Limited-Tools-NO-Drill-P/

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Cup holder enlarger…humm

Posted on December 9, 2016 by robertwilkie

Ok I saw this build and thought to myself.  Gee…I could make this better, but expanding storage in my cupholder.  And…maybe use PVC instead….hummm.. http://www.instructables.com/id/Cup-Holder-Enlarger/

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Nice hide away desk that doubles as a picture frame.

Posted on November 21, 2016 by robertwilkie

Nice build that doubles as a picture frame when put up.  Only thing I would worry about is the legs in the down position need more support, and scuffing of the backboard. http://www.ikeahackers.net/2016/11/office-spacesaver-unit-faux-picture-frame.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Ikeahacker+%28ikeahacker%29

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Build your own foldable crossbow

Posted on October 20, 2016 by robertwilkie

Nice build.  Only thing is based on the construction its a low powered crossbow.  Not one you are going to take out on a hunt. http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Folding-Crossbow/

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