Small Woodworking Projects – Fun For the Whole Family
Posted by Mike | Posted in Woodworking, Woodworking Plans | Posted on 18-03-2010
Tagged Under : small woodworking projects, woodworking craft ideas, woodworking projects, woodworking projects for kids
Every once in a while I like to try large complex projects, but small woodworking projects can be lots of fun too.
For one thing, you don’t have to worry about them as much. For large projects you need to spend money on wood, and you will most likely need a large selection of tools to do everything.
But with many small projects, you don’t need much wood and you could probably just use some of the scraps sitting around in your workshop.
There are lots of small projects where you don’t need to use many tools, and even basic hand tools you keep in your garage are sufficient. These small projects are a great way to get your family involved and it is fun building something with your kids.
For example, the puzzle cube pictured above is a fun project that is not too difficult. Children will like playing with it, and adults are stumped trying to get the cube out of the box (but you can’t!). There are lots of toys and puzzles you can make with your children.
If you have a lathe, then there are even more possibilities for you. It is fairly cheap and easy to make bowls and pens if you have the right equipment. These are quick easy projects, and lots of fun too. Carving is another good option for small projects.
Here are a few ideas for projects:
- Household items (like a CD holder), birdhouses or feeders for outside, small toys and games for the kids, clocks, or small cases or containers (like a jewelry box).
There are hundreds of different projects you can make, but those are some good ideas if you can’t think of anything to build. You could also check online and find lots more ideas for little projects that won’t cost much or take much time.
You can also go to this woodworking website to find lots of different woodworking projects and plans. There are thousands of projects on the site, and there are many different small projects.
Good luck, and have fun!
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I would agree, small projects are lots of fun to make and do not require a lot of resources. They are also great projects for kids to learn with.
Great Site – Nice information!
VERY useful!
Keep up the good work!!
Have a GREAT day!
Just curious but how big is the cube and how big and deep are the pockets supposed to be?