Posts tagged how to make
How To Build DIY Floating Shelves For Your Kitchen // Kitchen Remodel Pt. 3

Learn how to build these super strong DIY floating shelves, perfect for open kitchen shelving! I used a ton of tools on my build, but you could build these with a drill and chisel.

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Building A Modern PING PONG TABLE (It's Also A Dining Table)

Learn how to build a modern ping pong table and dining table! This scaled down table tennis table is perfect for smaller spaces and comfortably seats six.

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How To Make A DIY Modern Plywood TV Stand or Media Console

I built this modern TV stand or media console from Baltic Birch plywood and brass rod! This TV stand is perfect for storing all of your home theater electronics in one clean, modern package. I have plans available for this project as well, in case you’re interested.

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Power Carving The "Dune" End Table // How To - Woodworking

I built a power carved "dune" end table from oak, aluminum and glass while hanging out with the Modern Maker podcast guys! This was only my second time trying power carving but I really felt like I got the hang of it and really love the final project. Enjoy!

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How To Build An Easy DIY Modern Baby Gate or Pet Gate 👶

I built this super simple DIY modern baby gate (or pet gate) to keep my little dude from taking a tumble down the stairs! This was a back to basics build and could easily be completed with a miter saw, drill, and sander. I used a few extra tools here and there (jointer and planer to get things extra flat), but they were really entirely optional.

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How To Add T-Track Clamps and a New Z-Axis to an X-Carve CNC

I know I want to do more with my Inventables X-Carve this year, so I added a bunch of upgrades to the machine, including Rockler t-track for better clamping and workholding, as well as a raised X-axis and brand new Z-axis. With these new upgrades, I can cut pieces up to 4 inches thick on the X-Carve, at speeds I was previously unable to achieve!

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DIY Garage Metalworking Shop Makeover and Organization

My metalworking shop has always been a bit of a mess, but it had gotten REALLY bad lately. I went back to the drawing board and gave that side of the shop a complete makeover, reorganizing it and optimizing the tool layout and workflow.

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Turning A Bowl From Recycled Skateboards

I turned a bowl made from old recycled skateboards! I'm really wanting to get better at woodturning this year, and this skateboard bowl project was a great learning experience.

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How To Build A DIY Battery Powered Bluetooth Speaker

I built this rechargeable, battery-powered, portable Bluetooth boombox speaker using the Parts Express C-Note speaker kit plus their KAB amp board. This was my first speaker build and I am honestly amazed at how awesome this thing sounds.

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How To Make A DIY Smart LED Floor Lamp // Limited Tools Build

I made this super cool DIY smart Alexa enabled LED floor lamp using basic tools! Thanks to Lowe's for sponsoring this video, learn more about the Craftsman 81 piece mechanics tool set here.

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How To Build A DIY Flip Top Tool Stand Workstation

I built this DIY flip top tool stand and workstation based on plans from my buddy Brad at Fix This Build That. This stand holds my oscillating belt sander and hollow chisel mortiser, but it's great for almost any bench top tool, including lunchbox planers, sanders, drill presses, etc.

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How To Build A Shou Sugi Ban End Table with Hidden Wireless Charging

I built a modern end table featuring a Shou Sugi Ban finished base and hidden wireless charging! Thank you to Bernzomatic for sponsoring this video. Learn more about the TS8000 torch, their other torches, and accessories.

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How To Build A Reclaimed Oak Extension Dining Table

In this video, I built a Parsons-Style Extension Dining Table out of reclaimed Oak and steel. The base was constructed from readily-available steel tubing, and the top was made from reclaimed lumber and features an extension mechanism that will allow the top to expand 36 1/2” with the addition of two leaves, all without moving the base. 

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How To Build A DIY Modern Raised Planter Box

I built these simple yet beautiful modern planter boxes using Cedar from the home center and a few pieces of angle iron. I do have detailed plans available for this project here, which include a materials list, cut list, and SketchUp file.

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Making DIY Scrap Wood Trivets with Traditional Woodworking vs. CNC

I built a set of simple scrap wood wooden trivets using two methods: first, using "traditional" woodworking tools like my Woodpeckers router table, and then using my Inventables X-Carve CNC.

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