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Christmas Woodturning Projects Christmas is a great time of the year. It is also a time to turn some decorations for your Christmas Tree. The first Christmas woodturning projects, Christmas Trees and Icicles are easy spindle projects. They don’t require special wood or tools. There are no set parameters for the design so you can …
These beautiful Mountain Bluebird figurines are hand-carved and painted with incredible detail. They make perfect ornaments, decorations, or gifts for bird enthusiasts and nature lovers of all ages. SPECIFICATION: Material: Wood Dimension : Bird :Height: 5cm=(2.0 in); Width: 4cm=(1.6 in); Length: 8cm=(3.1 in); Wood Blocks: 4x4x4cm (1.6 x 1.6x 1.6 in)
Avec leurs couleurs exubérantes et leurs lignes psychédéliques, les créations de Bethan Laura Wood ne passent pas inaperçues. A l'occasion de la foire Design Miami, la designer londonienne fait le buzz du week-end avec son lounge dessiné pour les champagnes Perrier-Jouët. IDEAT lui a rendu visite dans son atelier il y a quelques jours…
Getting ready for your next home renovation project, and planning on taking the DIY approach? Whether you’re trying to figure out the best configuration for your doorway, the perfect type of hardwood for your kitchen
How to Make an Apothecary Cabinet: I built this apothecary cabinet last week in my workshop. And here is the video of the building process. It's a 400mm*400mm cabinet which has 9 small drawers and 2 large drawers. I used 4/4 beech to build the outside part of the cabinet. To make the…
Do you love acorn decorations and crafts? Check out this collection of great ideas! Usher in fall with some simple handmade projects.
Looking for ways to use up all the scrap wood in the corner of your workshop? Here are 70 simple projects to make in just a few hours!
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We humans often build roads and bridges, canals and ports, even entire cities at the expense of the environment. But nature isn't planning on giving up. On the contrary, it is determined to persevere, showing just how fragile our creations are.
I've noticed that furniture designers are obsessed with chairs, especially ones made out of atypical materials. Maybe it's the human scale or the infinite sitting possibilities, but I can see the strange allure of myriad chairs, all made from other human-scale objects.
An easy DIY tutorial for how to stain wood even if you’ve never applied wood stain. This article walks readers through how to stain a wood table.
This year I wanted to turn the perfect wooden Snowman. The "Perfect" wooden snowman is a challenge.. but you can still make snowmen that look great and are easy to turn. Learn about my discoverys here.
The air is getting crisp and the leaves are starting to change colors here in Utah. Fall is definitely in the air. With the changing of the season, I am getting excited for everything FALL! Today, I will be sharing some Acorn Crafts Ideas that are sure to get you into the Fall spirit! Who
Wizards have a lot of skills. They can cast runes, interpret ancient scrolls, and even travel in time. So it's no wonder why you'd want to take on the role for plenty of events, conventions, and of course, Halloween. Magical healing Crescent Moon Staff that gives mystic abilities Let your imagination run wild and bring to life your ideas. If you want to dip in the magic world, just feel free to reach out to us and browse the range of exclusive design collection staffs including wands, chests, broomsticks, souvenirs, and magical creature staffs.
This is My Toasty Little Home - Squee daily at these cute animals and the absolute cutest animal pics and gifs ever known to man.
Trust us when we say that the only thing cuter than these picks might be your cat lounging on them. From wall-mounted shelves to sleek cat condos, these are our top stylish cat furniture finds.
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I am Karol Nienartowicz and I'm a 29-year old photographer from Poland. I was born in Jelenia Góra, a small town in the south-western part of the country, and now I live in Gdansk. I still recall one particular day in summer of 2003, when my mom took me on my first mountain trip. I saw that heart-breathing beauty of mountains and I quickly wanted to share this feeling with other people! Thus, I took my photo camera on my next trip. Since that moment, I've photographed mountains, combining photography with my great passion for traveling.
As a beginner, woodworking can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn what tools you need, why you need them, and what to buy first.
Use easy materials and tools to make adorable DIY pine cone crafts using fresh pinecones from the nature for kids and adults this Fall.
These sliding bookends are a great addition to any room with open shelving. This is a fun and quick project to complete and a great way to display books!
Facebook149Tweet0Pin6.5k Yule tree rune ornaments make an earthy Winter Solstice gift. Bring the magic of the winter woodlands inside! Easy … More
I can get really excited about an interesting piece of rusty metal or some gnarly tree bark! My fingers itch to imitate the colors or textures in metal, fiber, or polymer clay. Most often, though…
Ive loved dollhouses for as long as I can recall, I remember the feeling I felt when playing with my house. It was a world that felt real to me, I played several hours a day. I had a doll who could have been me, a grandmother doll, and a rabbit. The...
What beautiful home decor from nature’s work of art.
A wooden cake knife is a great anniversary present or wedding gift that you can easily make as a scrap wood project for a weekend DIY!
Cleaning hacks may be the most useful and efficient of all the life hacks I've learned over the years. Since learning some of these cleaning ideas, I've stopped staring at scratches in my worn wooden furniture and turning up my nose at my limescale covered shower. This time I've actually done something about it because
Scrap Wood Balancing Rocks - Tumi Ishi: Most woodworking projects produce scraps and off cuts. Sometimes these can be quite small and only useful for the fire pit. But there is new hope for these forlorn little pieces of wood, turn them into endless hours of stacking balancing fun! Tumi …
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I recently dyed yarn with avocados for the first time and I can’t believe I waited so long to try this out! I shared the entire experience and step-by-step tutorial on Instagram here and it continues with rounds 3 and 4 here! I absolutely fell in love with this process. It’s simple, easy, and so...
Get all my beginner woodworking tips, tutorials and project ideas in one place - from what tools you need to easy projects to get started!
See how to set a stunning fall table with some of the latest finds in dinnerware, drinkware, and linens from your favorite places to shop.
Comfort Birdie to Fly | Easy Wood Carving for Beginners: My friend died. It was a long time ago, probably 10 years or so. And my dad was trying to comfort me. While he was a woodworker, the only way for him to express his feelings was through wood. That is why he made a Comfort Bird for me. He said to m…
In this hand carved wooden spatula tutorial, I will show you how I transformed a piece of olive board into a beautiful kitchen utensil. All you need are a few carving tools and a jigsaw. A little time. A little patience. But, oh, what a reward when you’re done. This will be a great addition...
Curious about wood burning but not sure where to begin? This ultimate guide to wood burning for beginners will tell you everything you need to know!
Ever wondered how you can get a bleached wood look?? Well, you can actually bleach your wood...with bleach, or you can do it this simpler way instead!
Good wood - the enchanting ‘Istanbul House’ in Osaka prefecture, Japan, by Kazuya Morita Architecture Studio.
Learn how to remove paint from wood to bring a piece of furniture back to its former glory! No harsh chemicals or dusty sanding required!
Don't throw away your sawdust! We found a few dozen uses in and around the homestead you'll be glad you learned.