Woodsmith

Every project featured in Woodsmith contains detailed, step-by-step illustrations and clearly written instructions to guide you through each stage of construction — whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned woodworker. Plus, you’ll get practical, hands-on information covering woodworking techniques, tools, and tips.

Woodsmith

Savvy Storage • One of the best ways to revitalize your shop is to optimize your organization. From clamps and bits to lumber and plywood panels, the projects in this section will ensure each has its proper place.

Three Quick Storage Solutions • These simple shop storage solutions are quick to build, but will make a big impact in your shop.

Sturdy Lumber Cart • This versatile cart earns its place in the shop by providing handy storage while also serving as a project staging center.

Drill Bit Storage Center • You’ll never “misplace” a drill bit or accessory again with this combination, wall-mounted storage cabinet and chest.

Machinist's Tool Chest • With conscious plans for materials and a few design modifications, you can turn this garage staple into a showcase tool chest.

Premium Workstations • The heart of a shop is where you get things done: the workstations. The projects you’ll find in this section range from exceedingly simply to intriguingly intricate, catering to a wide variety of shops.

3 Plywood Projects • The simple plywood construction and solid design of this workbench and the following workstations makes a quick, low-cost addition to your workshop.

Bladesmith's Anvil Stand

Custom-Made Mobile Assembly Center

All-in-One Workstation • Get the most out of your shop space by combining tools into a compact station. This workstation packs loads of storage and tools in a mobile bundle.

Upgrades & Tools • The quality of your work is largely defined by the tools you use. In this section, you’ll find upgrades to some of the most essential power tools in a woodshop, and even the plans to make one yourself..

Mobile Planer Cart

Small Shop Router Table • Clever clamp-on design turns any surface into a router table workcenter.

Drill Press Table • There’s no doubt that a drill press is an indispensable tool in the shop. Let’s kick it up a notch with this versatile add-on.

Narrow Belt Sander

Workshop Set Ups & Upgrades Project Sources