Craftsman Chest
Build a Craftsman chest with solid wood construction, frame-and-panel joinery, and durable design. Perfect for bedroom storage or as a statement piece in any room.
Create a timeless storage solution with this step-by-step Craftsman Chest woodworking plan. Featuring solid wood construction, traditional frame-and-panel joinery, and signature Craftsman design details, this chest is both functional and handsome. Designed to complement our popular Craftsman bedroom furniture collection, it’s perfect for placement at the foot of the bed—but its clean lines and bold form make it a stylish fit for any room in the house.
From rugged mortise and tenon joints to decorative tenon plugs and a smooth-lifting torsion-hinged lid, this project blends form and function with classic woodworking techniques. You'll learn how to create durable, attractive casework with a strong visual presence, all while building your skills. Whether you're expanding an existing Craftsman suite or creating a standout heirloom piece, this chest delivers on both craftsmanship and character.
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What You Get:
- 9 pages of step-by-step instructions
- 50 full-color photos and illustrations and exploded views
- Hardware sources and materials list
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