Weekend WoodshopBeginner plans · cut lists included
Free PDF · 10 beginner plans

Build something you're proud of this weekend.

Exact cut lists, materials and 4 simple steps for each project. Most need just a saw, a drill and one Saturday.

  • 10 projects
  • 1–3 hrs each
  • Tool guide
  • Lumber cheat sheet

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Why most beginners give up

It's not the tools.
It's bad plans.

Missing measurements, cut lists that don't add up, steps that just say "assemble". These plans fix the four things that stop most people.

PROBLEM 01

"I don't know where to start"

Too many projects, no idea which is easy.

Every plan is rated and timed. Start with the 1-hour coat rack.
PROBLEM 02

"I'll waste wood"

Wrong cuts are expensive and frustrating.

Exact cut lists tell you what to buy and cut.
PROBLEM 03

"I don't have a workshop"

No garage full of machines.

A saw, a drill and a small corner are enough.
PROBLEM 04

"I only have weekends"

Big projects never get finished.

Each build takes 1 to 3 hours.

The plan set

10 projects. One weekend each.

Every plan includes a drawing, a cut list, a materials list, 4 simple steps and a pro tip.

No.012 HRS
Picture Ledge ShelfPicture Ledge Shelf3 BOARDS · CUT LIST
No.022-3 HRS
Cedar Planter BoxCedar Planter BoxOUTDOOR · CUT LIST
No.032 HRS
Hardwood Serving BoardHardwood Serving BoardGIFT · CUT LIST
No.043 HRS
Rustic Storage CrateRustic Storage CrateSTORAGE · CUT LIST
No.051 HR
Entryway Coat RackEntryway Coat Rack1 BOARD · CUT LIST
No.062 HRS
Hanging Rope ShelfHanging Rope ShelfNO JOINTS · CUT LIST
No.071-2 HRS
Mason Jar CenterpieceMason Jar CenterpieceDECOR · CUT LIST
No.081 HR
Simple BookendsSimple Bookends1 BOARD · CUT LIST
No.092-3 HRS
Picnic CaddyPicnic CaddyPATIO · CUT LIST
No.102-3 HRS
Serving TrayServing TrayGIFT · CUT LIST
Sample page: Picture Ledge Shelf with cut list and steps

What's inside

Plans you can actually follow.

  • Cut lists with real sizes. A "1x4" is really 3/4" x 3-1/2". The plans use the numbers your tape measure shows.
  • Shopping list per project. Take it to the store and buy exactly what you need.
  • The 7 tools you need, and which projects need which tool.
  • 4 steps per project, plus a pro tip for a better finish.
1

Pick

Choose one plan.

2

Shop

Buy from the list.

3

Build

Follow 4 steps.

Questions

Before you download

Is it really free?

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I've never built anything. Is this for me?

Yes. Start with the coat rack or the bookends: few cuts, big result. The guide also explains the tools you need and how lumber sizes work.

Are the measurements in inches?

Yes, with standard US lumber sizes (1x4, 1x6 and so on). A cheat sheet shows the real size of every board.

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