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.
Build a Better Cabinet
Let us help you bring your cabinet making to the next level.
Clamp Rack
This article shows you how to make a simple wall-mounted clamp rack.
Modern Wardrobe
Use subtle black accents to complement the understated grain pattern on this maple chest.
Pencil Box
This brief article outlines how to build a pencil box from one piece of wood that is routed out.
The Holtzapffel Workbench
We revive a 19th-century bench that was designed just for cabinetmakers.
Wall-Hung Tool Racks
Toolboxes, chests and cabinets are ideal for storing your tools during transport, but they aren't convenient for the workshop.
American Trestle Table
Despite its delicate appearance, this timeless design is a marvel of engineering and frugal use of material.
Traditional Sawbench
An essential shop fixture, this cross between a sawhorse and workbench will quickly become a loyal and dependable assistant.
Drawer Primer: Sliding-Lid Box
Take our super-quick drawer-making technique for a test drive by building this box.
Simple Shaker End Table
You can build this icon of good design using simplified methods.
21st-century Workbench
This new bench combines features from several historic forms in one design that is perfectly suited for the modern wood shop.
A Better Miter Saw Stand
This miter saw workstation is compact and inexpensive to build.