admin on June 23rd, 2009

The following are a couple simple wood plans for chairs that you might call “Deck Chairs”, “Patio Chairs”, or “Garden Chairs.

The first is from Lowe’s.  The picture is linked to the free woodworking plan.  You can print the plan and bring it into a Lowe’s store.   You should be able to leave with all material needed (lumber and hardware).

Free Patio Chair Plans

Free Patio Chair Plans

This second version is a nice plan from the folks at Buildeazy.com.

Simple garden chair plans

The final version is a nice design that I favor:

Lawn chair plans

Lawn chair plans

Good luck with your woodworking projects.  Summer is here!

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admin on June 23rd, 2009

Thanks to a free plan request from “Janet” on 6/23/2009, we have compiled a short list of cat tree plans.  In Janet’s case, she is looking to build something so that her cat can sit higher up while on the porch (my guess is that the cat wants a better view).

Here are a few plans to suit the needs of a beginner or intermediate woodworker.  Good luck.

  1. Cat Tree Plans

    Cat Tree Plans

  2. cat condo plans

    cat condo plans

  3. cat perch plans

    cat perch plans

  4. Cat Tower Plans

    Cat Tower Plans

  5. Free cat tower condo plans

    Free cat tower condo plans

Good luck to anyone with a cat who is looking to build their own cat tower or cat condo.  I hope that the free plans help!

WoodworkCity.com

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admin on April 28th, 2009

Here are some great Potting bench plans. The potting bench is also referred to as a potters bench, garden bench, or gardeners bench. These plans are simple and you will end up with a very solid potting bench when you have completed your project.

This bench is also great since it can double as a portable serving cart for those outdoor parties. This is a very versatile bench that should be perfect for my wife’s mother’s day project. How about yours?

Click on the image for the link to the full plan.

Portable potting bench plans

Portable potting bench plans

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admin on April 2nd, 2009

A garden shed is a must as you accumulate tools, outdoor furniture, and equipment at your home. It is inevitable. Your garage won’t be able to hold all of your “stuff”.

Free Garden Shed Plans

Free Garden Shed Plans

These free garden shed plans from Black and Decker are just the ticket. It is well laid out project with a thorough material list and descriptive plans. Save yourself a few dollars and build your own back yard garden shed.

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admin on March 30th, 2009

If you haven’t requested your free woodworking catalog yet, I would encourage you to do so. This is a supply catalog from Rockler Hardware and has virtually anything that a woodworker will need. I mean it, anything. Wood, glass panes, drawers, hardware, turning blanks, tools, etc…

Free Woodworking Catalog

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admin on March 27th, 2009

The following plan is for a potting bench that calls for cedar wood. Cedar is terrific since it is naturally resistant to the elements. It isn’t going to hold up like a pressure treated wood, but western red cedar doesn’t have all of the chemicals associated with that product. When shopping for cedar, you will probably have to call a building supply company. I prefer to use 5/4 radius edge decking for my outdoor cedar projects. It is sturdy and abundant.

On to the garden potting bench. Notice the nice design on this unit. It has a grate that acts like a flat surface and will also allow your material to be brushed through. A nice concept.

Cedar potting bench

Cedar potting bench

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admin on March 25th, 2009

Here is a garden bench plan from The Progressive Farmer (John Deere Company). The woodworking plan is a simple one and has some terrific features. In fact, you could almost call this plan a “Green” one because it is essentially a framework design. The potting bench has three drawers that are simply a plastic container hanging from slides. Ideal to swap out as needed.

Garden Bench Plans

Garden Bench Plans

Good luck with this terrific gardening bench project and be sure to visit the Progressive Farmer

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admin on March 24th, 2009

This is a simple garden bridge plan that is the perfect woodworking project for early spring. This bridge gives the appearance of an arch due to the arched railing, but the bottom portion is a pretty simple straight run.

Free Garden Bridge Wood Plans

Free Garden Bridge Wood Plans

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admin on March 23rd, 2009

It is the time of the year when searches for Adirondack Chair plans and Adirondack furniture plans go through the roof.  Here is a direct link to 8 free adirondack chair plans

You can also search the site for other Adirondack plans

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admin on March 21st, 2009

This is a beautiful mission style bookcase plan.  You might call it “Craftsman Style”, as you might find in furniture from the Roycroft movement.  It isn’t a free plan, but this is a beautiful project.   I built this for my own home with a few modifications.  The cabinet plans are incredibly detailed and easy to follow.

Mission / Craftsman Bookcase Plans

My version:

Craftsman style cherry bookcase

Craftsman style cherry bookcase

Mission Style Bookcase Plans

Mission Style Bookcase Plans

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