25 Beginner Woodworking Projects

They say the best way to get through writer’s block is to just start writing. I have heard from so many people who want to learn to use tools and try woodworking, but have yet to take that first step.

This one is for you. Seriously, pick up that hammer. Or jigsaw. Whatever you have  – go get it, because there is something here for you.

I have rounded up 25 projects from some of my favorite building bloggers. I’ll include a note about what tools you’ll need for each so you can easily select projects that fit with what you have. Go ahead, give it a try. And I would just be thrilled if you shared a photo of what you build so we can brag it up a bit!

Desk Organizer from a Single 1×3 Board

Required Tools: Handsaw, chisel, drill. (Or you can step it up like Kim did with a router and a miter saw.)

DIY Bowling Lane

by Handmade with Ashley

Required tools: Jig saw, miter or circular saw, Kreg Jig, drill.

Easy DIY Wood and Metal Shelving Unit

by The Created Home

Required Tools: You can do this one with just a drill!

Farmhouse Style Shiplap Wall Key Holder

by Sawdust Sisters

Required Tools: Miter saw, drill.

DIY Stuffed Animal Zoo

by The Handyman’s Daughter

Required Tools: Miter saw or circular saw, drill.

DIY Vegetable Storage Bin with Dividers

by Anika’s DIY Life

Required Tools: Jigsaw, Kreg Jig, drill, nailer.

Wooden Shiplap Placemats

by Handmade Haven

Required Tools: miter or circular saw, nailer.

DIY Book Ledges from a 2×4

by The Created Home

Required Tools: Miter or circular saw, table saw, nailer.

Hammer Coat Rack

by The Kim Six Fix

Required Tools: Miter saw, drill.

DIY Pallet Wood Candle Holder

by DIY Huntress

Required Tools: You can make this one with just a drill!

Quilted Wood Hearts

by The Created Home

Required Tools: Miter saw, jigsaw.

DIY Removable Drawer Inserts

by Sawdust Sisters

Required Tools: Miter or circular saw, nailer.

Scrabble Tile Wall Art

by The Kim Six Fix

Required Tools: Table saw or circular saw.

$10 DIY Tiered Planter 

by Anika’s DIY Life

Required Tools: Miter saw or circular saw, nailer, drill.

Star Wars Tie Fighter Bookshelf

by Handmade with Ashley

Required Tools: Circular saw, Kreg Jig, jigsaw.

3 Dog Bowl Stand with Storage

by The Awesome Orange

Required Tools: Miter saw, nailer, drill, router or jigsaw.

20 Min Shelf with Ornate Brackets

by Sawdust Sisters

Required Tools: You can make one with just a drill!

Ready to step it up and build some furniture? You totally have this. Let’s build big…

Outdoor Sofa and Loveseat

by The Handyman’s Daughter

Required Tools: Miter saw or circular saw, kreg jig, drill.

DIY Bar Stool Using Only 2x4s

by Sawdust Sisters

Required Tools: Miter saw or circular saw, Kreg Jig, drill.

Entry Table

by The Created Home

Required Tools: Miter saw or circular saw, kreg jig, drill.

Entry Way Bench

by Handmade Haven

Required Tools:

DIY End Table with Built in Planter or Ice Bucket

by The Handyman’s Daughter

Required Tools: Miter saw or circular saw, Kreg jig, drill.

Rustic Outdoor Bench

by The Created Home

Required Tools: Miter saw or circular saw, jigsaw, Kreg Jig, drill.

DIY Patchwork Plank Bench Tutorial

by Lazy Guy DIY

Required Tools: This tutorial lists a ton of tools, but don’t be intimidated. All you really need is a miter or circular saw, a Kreg jig, and a drill.

DIY Frugal Pergola

by The Created Home

Required Tools: Miter saw or circular saw, drill.

There you have it, 25 builds to get you started on your DIY journey. Just be warned. It’s addicting!