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Camp Stool
Designing this folding camp stool spurred a conversation with a fellow woodworker about whether it was a campaign stool or a camping stool.

Milk Paint
Milk paint’s durability, ease of application, and visual characteristics have made it a colorful go-to finish for ages.

Round Jewelry Box
Unlike so many wooden boxes that are designed around squares or rectangles, this elegant walnut box with its stack of painted drawers is based on a circle.

Outdoor Bench
With the warm weather here, you’ll want to spend more time outdoors. And what better way to do so than on an attractive bench you’ve built in your shop?

Ball-and-Cup Game
With two kids of my own, and a handful of nieces and nephews of all ages making frequent appearances at the house, I take care to keep a few simple games and toys about to entertain them.


Coopered Cafe Table
Ah, Paris in the spring. A stroll along the Seine followed by a warm baguette and a cup of coffee at a sidewalk café.

Mid-century Modern Plant Stand

Bevel-edge Bench Chisels
Sharp chisels are critical to quality work. But what do you really need?

Tool Storage Wall
For efficient woodworking, having your hand tools organized and stored close to your bench is ideal. But how best to do this, especially if you’re still building to your collection?