Category Archives: woodworking

Make a circle cutting jig for a router in 20 minutes

Posted on September 17, 2015 by robertwilkie

A nice simple build for using a scrap piece of plywood for making circles with a router.  The only thing I noticed is there is no “center hole” to mount the jig with.  Note, you see it in the video… … Continue reading →

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Another idea for interior closet doors

Posted on September 16, 2015 by robertwilkie

I like this one where the author also added in casters to the doors.  The author re-used the existing bi-fold doors and converted them into normal like doors. http://ana-white.com/2010/08/behind-closet-doors.html

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Build an inside door Shelving Unit

Posted on September 16, 2015 by robertwilkie

Nice build, the author uses plywood for the whole thing (I think I would just use boards since I don’t have quiet the workshop she has). http://wilkerdos.com/2015/04/diy-shelving-unit-for-inside-a-door/

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Cool Step Stool with CNC engraving

Posted on September 14, 2015 by robertwilkie

The author built the stool with 2x4s and then had a CNC engrave the top.  Pretty slick looking.  One thing I would have done differently.  Since a CNC did the engraving, why not have it also cut it out?  Looks … Continue reading →

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An outdoor toy cart

Posted on September 4, 2015 by robertwilkie

Another nice build from shanty 2 chic.  This once is a cart for the kids outdoor toys.  I like the use of pegboard on one side for adding in additional shelves as needed. http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2014/07/diy-rolling-storage-cart.html

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Cool looking fold up table (with free plans to build it)

Posted on September 4, 2015 by robertwilkie

I stumbled on this site last night.  The author has a bunch of nice builds but this one caught my eye since its a nice cabinet to desk solution. http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2014/08/diy-murphy-desk.html

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Build a nice battery holder

Posted on September 3, 2015 by robertwilkie

Adding this to the list of things to build.  Its a nice build to hold batteries. http://www.woodlogger.com/2012/12/battery-organizer/

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Build a simple country wall jewelry box for christmas

Posted on December 16, 2014 by robertwilkie

I like this build, its simple and good looking.  It could be adapted for non-country styles too.  You could stain the backboards different colors for example. http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Jewelry-Organizer-Wall-Mount/

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Building a Rubber Band Gatling Gun

Posted on August 8, 2014 by robertwilkie

This is a very well done write-up on building a hand cranked rubber band gatling gun.  A while back I mentioned on for $100.  But this is much better and you can build it with kids.  Roughly, I think the … Continue reading →

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Convert a full lenght bathroom mirror into storage area

Posted on July 23, 2014 by robertwilkie

Not a bad idea.  Now if this was combined with some cabinet from IKEA that would be really cool.  Either way the plans and materials are available and looks like a straight forward project to do. http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2014/02/bathroom-storage-diy.html

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