Plans for Wood Projects
DIY plans for wood projects and plans for everyone from beginner, through intermediate to advanced woodworkers.
Over 16,000 DIY plans for more projects than we can list here.
Home, patio, garden and yard items!
We also have info on simple wood projects that sell well, so you can make money to support your hobby or take it to a full time business.
Plans that you can print out in the size you need with construction details, measurements, materials and tool list. plus angle and straight view plans of each section of the project.
There are also free bonus plans with the regular packages plus advice on tool selection and marketing your business.
And a section on marketing your business if you want to make money with your woodworking or even turn it into a full-time income,
So, it's not just DIY plans for wood projects, but you can get a complete business setup how-to if you want to go down that road.
And to top it off, there is a 60 day, satisfaction, money back guarantee on all of the products. You can't go wrong!
Sample of plans for a butcher block.
Simple, but easy to read and follow plans for wood projects of all kinds. Over 16,000 plans for home, garden, yard and shop.
Build A Hobby or A
Full Time Home Business
If you’ve been wanting to do something creative with your hands—whether it’s for a relaxing hobby, a little extra income, or even a full-time business—woodworking is one of the most satisfying places to start. The biggest difference between “I wish I could build that” and “I built it myself” usually comes down to having clear, simple DIY Plans for wood projects you can actually follow.
The nice thing about woodworking is it fits real life. Retired folks who finally have time, stay-at-home moms and dads looking for a flexible schedule, and anyone who wants a home-based business with a smaller cash outlay than most businesses can all make it work—one project at a time.
That’s why structured plans matter so much, especially early on. Good DIY Plans for wood projects remove the guesswork: what materials to buy, what cuts to make, what tools you need, and what order to assemble everything so it comes out square, sturdy, and good-looking.
Over 16,000 Plans for Wood Projects
With over 16,000 DIY plans for more projects than we can list here, you’re not stuck building the same two “starter projects” everyone else is making. You can choose projects that match your space, your tools, your skill level, and the kinds of things you actually want around your home.
The project variety is a big deal: home items, patio furniture, garden builds, yard projects, storage, décor, shop upgrades—basically the kinds of things you’d normally buy, but can build better (and often cheaper) yourself. And when you build it yourself, you get to customize the size and finish so it fits perfectly.
Beginners usually do best with smaller wins that teach the fundamentals fast: simple shelves, small stools, basic planter boxes, wall racks, birdhouses, and straightforward boxes. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s building confidence, learning how to work with wood and getting comfortable measuring, cutting, sanding, finishing and fastening.
For intermediate woodworkers, plans can start introducing stronger joinery, better fit-and-finish, and projects that need a little more accuracy—like cabinets, benches, entryway organizers, farmhouse tables, coffee tables, or outdoor seating. This is where you start building pieces people compliment… and ask if you sell them.
Advanced woodworkers typically want plans that include more complex joinery, tighter tolerances, and elevated design—projects like fine furniture, multi-drawer casework, built-ins, or statement pieces with curves and advanced assembly steps. At that level, plans still save time because you’re not reinventing the engineering and dimensions from scratch.
Print The Plans in The Size You Need
One of the best features in strong DIY wood projects with plans is that they’re made to be printed at the size you need. When you can print plans, bring them into the shop, mark them up, and keep them next to your workbench, you build faster and make fewer mistakes. If your plan becomes hard to read or lost, just print it sgain.
You get construction details, measurements, a materials list, and a tool list—so before you spend a dollar, you know what you’re getting into. That’s how you avoid the classic beginner headache of buying random boards and then realizing you’re missing hardware or the right bit.
It also helps a lot when plans include multiple views—like angle views and straight-on section views—so you can clearly see how each part relates to the other. That’s especially valuable for projects with frames, shelves, panels, or anything where alignment matters. Also, details in the plans on certain joints, methods, cuts, etc. where you need to see exactly how to do it.
Good plans can save money you money too. You waste less lumber, avoid “oops” cuts, and you’re less likely to abandon a project halfway through because you ran into a confusing step.
Another thing people love is having free bonus plans included with regular packages. Bonus plans are perfect for “in-between builds”—quick projects you can knock out on a weekend, practice new techniques on, or use to make extra pieces for gifts or sales.
Tool selection guidance matters too, because you don’t need a garage full of expensive equipment to get started. A practical setup for simple projects can be a drill/driver, a sander, a measuring/layout kit, clamps, and a sensible saw choice for your space—then upgrade tools only when your projects (or sales) justify it.
Making Money with Your Plans
for Wood Projects
Make Money from Home and watch your business grow.
There is a section on marketing your wood projects if you want a part time or full time home business.
Now let’s talk about the fun part: making money. There’s a whole section on simple wood projects that sell well, which is great if you want your hobby to pay for itself—or if you’re thinking bigger and want to build a serious side business from home.
If you want beginner-friendly items that tend to sell, focus on useful, giftable, and easy-to-carry pieces: small shelves, blanket ladders, plant stands, simple patio planters, storage crates, dog feeding stations, entryway hooks, and basic outdoor décor. These are approachable builds, and customers understand their value because they solve everyday problems.
Pricing is where many new sellers accidentally underpay themselves. A simple, reliable method is: materials + consumables (sandpaper, screws, finish) + your labor + overhead (tool wear, shop expenses) + profit. If your price only covers wood and a little time, you’ve created a job that burns you out instead of a business that supports you.
For labor, don’t guess—track it. Write down how long a build actually takes, including sanding and finishing (which often takes longer than cutting). As you get faster, you can improve your margins or keep prices steady and enjoy the extra profit.
Marketing doesn’t have to be complicated, especially when you’re starting. Take clear photos in good light, show scale (a plant, a book, a person nearby), and describe benefits instead of just dimensions. Then list where your customers already shop: local marketplaces, craft fairs, community boards, and social platforms where visual work performs well.
The smartest way to grow is to “productize” your work: pick a few projects you can build repeatedly, keep the materials consistent, and streamline steps with jigs or templates. Repeatable builds mean predictable costs, faster production, easier quoting, and a more professional customer experience.
And yes—if you’re also looking for free wood craft plans, those can be a nice way to test the waters and see what you enjoy building. But when you’re ready to build confidently (and especially if you want to sell), a large library of well-structured DIY Plans for wood projects gives you far more options, clearer instructions, and a smoother path from “trying it” to “doing it consistently.”
Bottom line: whether you want a relaxing hobby, a creative outlet, extra cash, or a full-time home-based woodworking business, having easy to follow DIY Plans for wood projects makes everything easier—planning, building, finishing, and selling.
And with free bonus plans, tool and marketing advice, and a 60-day satisfaction money-back guarantee, you can get started with confidence and see what you’re capable of building.
