Posts tagged mid century
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 LEANING Bookshelf w/ Ebonized Oak

Learn how to build this mid-century modern bookshelf or bookcase with an ebonized oak cabinet! These bookshelves feature two large drawers and would fit perfectly in any modern home.

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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 Build and Install DIY Frameless Kitchen Cabinets // Home Bar Pt. 1

Learn how to build DIY frameless kitchen cabinets using pocket holes and plywood! I'll also show you how to apply edge banding, add soft close doors, and install the upper and base cabinets.

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How To Build A Modern Adirondack Chair // Outdoor Woodworking Plans

Learn how to build a modern Adirondack or outdoor chair for your patio and add modern outdoor seating to your backyard!

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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 Build A Lift Top Coffee Table with Storage and Copper Pipe Base

I built this lift top coffee table, with TONS of video game and Blu-Ray storage, out of solid Walnut and copper pipe for the base. We use this coffee table daily and it is so great for working on your laptop, sipping on an adult beverage, and snacking on popcorn while watching a movie. I do have plans available for this coffee table as well!

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How To Build A Walnut Jewelry Box with Hand Cut Dovetails

This Walnut Jewelry Box features hand cut dovetails, stopped dados, hardwood drawer runners, and precise hardware, definitely a skill builder!

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How To Build A DIY Plywood Media Console // Limited Tools Build

I built this DIY plywood media console using additive joinery, allowing me to create dado joinery using basic tools! This whole project could be constructed with a circular saw, brad nailer, and drill, and the final product is super sturdy and pretty sweet looking!

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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 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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DIY Camper Van Kitchen with Sink and Propane Stove

I built a DIY slide-out camper van kitchen, complete with sink, utensil storage, and propane stove, with Dylan and Molly from Woodbrew! This simple build could easily be replicated with a circular saw, jigsaw and drill.

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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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DIY Outdoor Patio Cooler Ice Chest Made Using Basic Tools

I built this DIY modern outdoor patio cooler using basic power tools, including a circular saw and drill, and dimensional lumber. This patio cooler ice chest is designed to hold an Orca 20qt cooler but could be sized to fit a bunch of different coolers. 

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Woodturning An Epoxy Resin and Scrap Wood Bowl

I cast some scrap wood chunks into epoxy resin and turned it into a bowl on the lathe. This was a fun learning experience and has definitely got me wanting to do more with epoxy casting!

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How To Build A Modern Outdoor Dining Table and Pergola

I built this modern outdoor dining table out of Ipe 3x3s. Ipe is one of the most difficult woods I've worked with, it's insanely heavy and dense. I also built this pergola kit from TOJA GRID.

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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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