Gift Project Plans
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PROJECT: Coffee Clip
Scoop your coffee with style and keep the coffee bag tightly sealed with these little wooden wonders.
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PROJECT: Turning an Earring Stand
A classic design, with a few updates from the American Association of Woodturners’ Kip Christensen makes a deceptively simple and useful gift.
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PROJECT: Rustic Candle Centerpiece
Pilfer your firewood pile to make this super easy illuminated decoration.
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PROJECT: Substantial Serving Tray
Use a small section of a slab to serve cheese or goodies.
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VIDEO: Making a Modern Clock Using CNC
In this video, Rob Johnstone demonstrates the process of using a CNC Shark SD100 to create a Modern-style clock with a neat epoxy inlay.
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PROJECT: Turn a Birdcage Awl
This awl doubles as a great project for beginning turners and gift for your fellow woodworkers. Mike Peace from the American Association of Woodturners has all the details.
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PROJECT: Carved Dough Bowls
Inspired by treenware from the past, these carved bowls are an enjoyable afternoon’s effort. Their use is up to your imagination.
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Project: Bamboo Fly Rod
The author, a fly fisherman and woodworker, imagines himself during the various stages of rod-making as a “lumberjack, cabinetmaker and finisher.”
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PROJECT: Laser-engraved Box
Small boxes are fun projects to build and make wonderful gifts. But how do we keep them from being a bit boring? Laser engraving is one option.
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PROJECT: Classy Espresso Tamper
Pack your coffee grounds in style with this simple but attractive espresso tamper from Joe Larese of the American Association of Woodturners.
