This is a really simple TV stand made using pine posts and some plywood board. It actually started off as a small general storage shelf type thing for my bedroom. But, it has since become a firm fixture of the living room. It was really simple to make, and one of the first projects thatContinue reading “TV Stand”
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Beginning to Make Furniture
Starting out with the idea of making a piece of furniture making can feel daunting — but it can be a very rewarding and creative process. The idea that you can build a table, chair, or shelf with your own hands is both empowering and deeply satisfying. With patience, practice, and a few essential tools,Continue reading “Beginning to Make Furniture”
Using Wooden Cladding Indoors: Warmth, Texture, and Style
Wooden cladding isn’t just for exterior walls — it can be a way to bring warmth and natural character into your home’s interior. From cozy living spaces to modern offices, indoor timber cladding offers both aesthetic and practical advantages. It blends craftsmanship, comfort, and sustainability, making it a favourite for designers and DIY enthusiasts alike.Continue reading “Using Wooden Cladding Indoors: Warmth, Texture, and Style”
Reading ‘Ingrained’ by Callum Robinson
I am in the process of reading ‘Ingrained: The Making of a Craftsman’ by Callum Robinson. I had recently returned from a trip to Wales, where I had climbed Snowdon and some other hills. So, I was looking for a good new book to read that had a focus on nature and the outdoors. IContinue reading “Reading ‘Ingrained’ by Callum Robinson”
The concept of ‘Hygge’
Over the past few years, the concept of ‘Hygge’ has become increasingly popular. It is a Danish and Norwegian concept that embodies a feeling of cosiness and comfort. It is often associated with the notion of creating a warm, inviting and comfortable living environment through a minimalist and functional approach. Having grown up in theContinue reading “The concept of ‘Hygge’”
Simple DIY Round Coffee Table
Small coffee tables seem to be a staple of DIY projects. So, I decided it was time to have a go at one of my own. I’d made a couple of basic end tables before, but they had both either had square or rectangular tops. I liked the idea of making a round coffee table.Continue reading “Simple DIY Round Coffee Table”
Benefits of Woodworking Projects
One of the reasons that I enjoy setting myself small woodworking projects, is the positive mental health aspects that they can bring. Many of the things that I have made can be replaced very easily with ready-made IKEA furniture. There are plenty of relatively cheap coffee tables available to buy. But, I get a senseContinue reading “Benefits of Woodworking Projects”
Repurposing old wine crates to make a spirits dispenser
I had previously used some old wine crates to create a unique feature for a rustic drinks cabinet. The crate centrepiece with the wine’s vintage created a display feature on the front of the cabinet. I loved the way it looked and it gave some style and a nice personal touch to the cabinet. Afterwards,Continue reading “Repurposing old wine crates to make a spirits dispenser”
Bathroom cladding feature wall
I decided to add a feature wall to my bathroom, using wooden cladding. I had been to a restaurant and seen a nice example of a wooden cladding wall in the bathroom there. This had given me an idea, so the goal was to create a focal point for my own bathroom. Studies have shownContinue reading “Bathroom cladding feature wall”
Breakfast Bar
This was probably my most ambitious project to date, as it involved working within an existing structure (the wall) rather than creating something smaller and free-standing which is what I had done previously. This meant my measurements had to be spot on. The idea was to open up the space between the kitchen and livingContinue reading “Breakfast Bar”