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Plans

A small, plain wooden stool with straight legs on a wooden floor

Beginner

Simple Step Stool from One Board

A sturdy little stool cut from a single 1x12 pine board, assembled with glue and screws. About 9" tall with a 16" × 11 1/4" top.

  • Time3–5 hours plus finish drying time
  • Est. cost$25–$60
A striped hardwood cutting board made of alternating light and dark wood strips

Beginner

Edge-Grain Hardwood Cutting Board

A beginner-friendly first project built from store-bought hardwood 1x2s — no ripping required. Finished size about 11" × 16".

  • Time1 weekend (4–6 hours of work, plus drying time)
  • Est. cost$40–$90