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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
Woodworking Tips

Contemporary Cabriole Legs

Jeff discuses a new approach to a traditional design element.

Complementary Curves
Accent Tables & Cabinets

Complementary Curves

Make a graceful table with Jeff Miller's step-by-step instructions.

Carve a Linenfold Panel
Woodworking Tips

Carve a Linenfold Panel

Learn the techniques to carve this traditional flowing drapery design.

Spoon Carving
Woodworking Tips

Spoon Carving

This kitchen workhorse presents a surprising and rewarding challenge.

Woodcarving Basics
Woodworking Tips

Woodcarving Basics

Learn techniques for 'shallow relief' and 'applied' carvings.

Nesting Trays
Jigs & Fixtures

Nesting Trays

Here's your chance to cut lots of corners and still get great-looking results.

4 Proven Finishes for Oak:
Woodworking Tips

4 Proven Finishes for Oak:

A good finish should highlight the best characteristics of the wood it goes on.

Staining Pine:
Woodworking Tips

Staining Pine:

Make this inexpensive wood look like a million bucks with simple, professional staining techniques unique to pine wood.

Aged Cherry Finish:
Woodworking Tips

Aged Cherry Finish:

Wipe on years of age in a few easy steps.

Full-Length Cheval Dressing Mirror
Popular Woodworking

Full-Length Cheval Dressing Mirror

A full-length mirror is handy in any bedroom.

Shop-Made Saw Vise
Jigs & Fixtures

Shop-Made Saw Vise

A must-have device for sharpening saws.

Titanic Deck Chair
Patio Furniture

Titanic Deck Chair

Only two deck chairs survived the sinking of the ill-fated oceanliner.