Gifts & Accessories
Woodworking project plans for gifts and home accessories, including keepsake boxes, lamps, picture frames, and more.
Chess Board
Pull up a seat, put on your thinking cap, and start the timer. This elegant chess set is the perfect way to hone your mind, and your woodworking skills.
Prairie-Style Tall Clock
This grandfather clock takes design cues from the Prairie style of architecture. Its timeless look means it will fit into nearly every décor and is a piece of furniture that can’t be ignored.
Candle Lantern
Whether out on the deck or inside on a table, these lanterns make a bright addition to your home. And you can build them in just a weekend.
Band Saw Boxes
These three boxes will take your band saw skills to new heights. Each one starts as a single blank and all the parts are revealed in a unique sequence of cuts.
Floor Lamp
This mid-century style floor lamp looks simple, but has enough woodworking to provide you with a challenge.
Dresser-Top Organizer
A divided-tray top and a small drawer make this box the perfect place to keep your everyday items close at hand.
Poker Chip Case
This poker chip case is unlike any other -- it features solid-brass hardware, a burl veneer top, and felt-lined chip trays.
Carving Board
More than just a cutting board, this project adds a routed, decorative design that serves a practical purpose, as well.
Charming Candle Centerpiece
A block of wood and a couple of hours of shop time are all you need to build this attractive candle centerpiece. It makes a great last-minute gift idea.
Pet Bed
A few boards and a weekend in the shop are all you need to create a cozy, comfortable bed for your favorite pet.
Shaker Boxes
If you’ve ever wanted to try steam bending, Shaker boxes are a great project to start with. And we’ve added a couple of our own design touches to this classic form.
Coaster Set
A simple router jig is the secret to making the lattice-like patterns in these coasters. And once you have everything set up, the process is almost automatic.