Weekend Woodshop

For the weekend woodworker

Never run out of things to build.

Find a woodworking project that fits the time, tools and shop space you actually have this weekend.

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Not sure what to build?

Start with the time you have and the kind of project you’re in the mood for. Whether you have one afternoon or the whole weekend, we’ll help you narrow down the ideas.

Find your next build

What should you build this weekend?

TimeOne dayTwo daysSaturdaySunday
SkillEasyBeginner to intermediate
PurposeIndoorOutdoorWorkshopGiftUseful
SpaceSmall shop

What kind of weekend is it?

Choose by the time you actually have

One-day projects

For a focused Saturday or a short build with controlled scope.

Two-day projects

For builds that benefit from an overnight pause, more fitting or more material prep.

Easy weekend builds

Reduce new techniques and keep the assembly understandable.

Build for a reason

Useful projects

Solve a storage, organization, furniture or everyday-use problem.

Workshop projects

Make the next build easier with better storage and shop workflow.

Gift projects

Match the project to the recipient and the deadline.

Still staring at an empty bench?

Use the project idea guide to narrow the field. If you want a larger inspiration pool, the Ted’s Woodworking merchant currently advertises a free 50-plan preview.

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MORE WAYS TO NARROW IT DOWN

Pick your next project

Already know what kind of weekend you have? Jump straight to the project ideas that fit your time, space or skill level.

Indoor projectsOutdoor projectsSmall shop projectsSaturday projectsSunday projectsBeginner to intermediate

From idea to a plan you can actually use

Finding an object to build is only half the decision. Learn how to choose a woodworking plan, then use the weekend planning guide to account for materials, setup, glue and finish time. If you are evaluating a large plan library, read our independent Ted’s Woodworking review.