Popular Woodworking
All of the plans in this category are from Popular Woodworking magazine. Popular Woodworking has delivered articles and commentary from America’s best and brightest woodworkers for more than 30 years. The editorial focus is a committed philosophy of hybrid woodworking – blending the best of hand tool and power tool woodworking. We bring you woodworking projects for every skill level ranging from simple (but attractive) projects that use basic joinery, to complex furniture plans using advanced woodworking techniques.
Contemporary Cabriole Legs
Jeff discuses a new approach to a traditional design element.
Complementary Curves
Make a graceful table with Jeff Miller's step-by-step instructions.
Carve a Linenfold Panel
Learn the techniques to carve this traditional flowing drapery design.
Spoon Carving
This kitchen workhorse presents a surprising and rewarding challenge.
Woodcarving Basics
Learn techniques for 'shallow relief' and 'applied' carvings.
Nesting Trays
Here's your chance to cut lots of corners and still get great-looking results.
4 Proven Finishes for Oak:
A good finish should highlight the best characteristics of the wood it goes on.
Staining Pine:
Make this inexpensive wood look like a million bucks with simple, professional staining techniques unique to pine wood.
Aged Cherry Finish:
Wipe on years of age in a few easy steps.
Full-Length Cheval Dressing Mirror
A full-length mirror is handy in any bedroom.
Shop-Made Saw Vise
A must-have device for sharpening saws.
Titanic Deck Chair
Only two deck chairs survived the sinking of the ill-fated oceanliner.