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62 easy beginning woodworking projects

Published: Feb 12, 2023 · Modified: Feb 20, 2023 by Morgan · As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. This site contains affiliate links. ·

If you're looking for beginner level woodworking projects, you're in the right place! These projects will help you get started learning woodworking and are easy for beginners!

Want to get started with woodworking as a hobby or business? You have to start somewhere, and we highly recommend starting small and simple.

Literally, smaller projects are easier. That might sound obvious, but the smaller the project, the less different complexities there are and usually they are more straightforward.

Woodworking can get expensive, so it's best to start with simple builds that use inexpensive materials.

It's also smart to start with projects that require only a few tools. When we got started, we were working on a very small screened porch at our condo with a handsaw and drill. You can do woodworking anywhere with whatever you have available!

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62 easy beginning woodworking projects

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Remember to also always use safety equipment while woodworking and using tools. Make sure you have proper eye protection, ear protection and a good mask to keep yourself safe.

What makes a project a beginner woodworking project?

Simple woodworking projects use just a couple of tools, have simple steps, and don't use any sort of complex tools or joinery.

Wood projects for beginners can also be typically completed in just a couple of hours. They are easy to build!

Beginner woodworking projects are broken down into easier steps and have simple joints or tools that put them together. Basically, think of the tools that the everyday person would have or could get easily.

How can I start woodworking?

To start woodworking, you need to pick a DIY project and just start! I suggest sticking to inexpensive types of wood, borrowing power tools if you don't have them, and practicing with those tools on scrap wood first!

Pick easy woodworking projects to start - these simple wood projects will probably be small, without a lot of pieces and not needing too many cuts or tools.

Starting with easy wood projects will allow you to build your confidence and skills. You'll be ready for more complex woodworking ideas in no time!

As I said, we started with a handsaw and drill on the screened porch and now have a full-on workshop in our garage under our house. Woodworking can be an addictive hobby that can be a lot of fun.

Use woodworking as a hobby to build pieces for your own home, make gifts for friends and family, or sell pieces to the local market. Once you get going, the possibilities are literally endless.

Beginning woodworking projects

Here are some of our favorite woodworking projects for beginners! These are all projects that we have made and include step-by-step tutorials and/or free woodworking plans.

These projects don't require a lot of know-how, tools or wood to do. These are all things that you can do in a weekend without much trouble.

Beginning woodworking projects

Here are a ton of great woodworking projects for beginners!

DIY Men's Watch Holder

This watch holder is a great first woodworking project because it is small and uses easy joinery. We routed out a spot for small items, but you could even skip that step to make it easier.

Angled tabletop plant stand

This plant stand looks trickier because of the angles, but it's an easy build and a great way to get comfortable with a miter saw.

How to make a squirrel picnic table - free PDF plans!

This tiny picnic table is a great gift and a super easy build.

How to Make a Wood Desk Organizer

This paper organizer is made from plywood and super simple to put together.

How to build a raised garden bed - Cheap & Easy DIY!

Screw together a couple of boards and fill them with soil for an easy garden bed!

Simple wooden cross gift idea

This wooden cross is a great way to use up scrap wood to make something nice!

How to build a DIY dowel rod bookshelf

Six dowels, a piece of plywood and a few nails is all you need to make this shelf!

How to Build an Easy DIY Coastal Console Table

This console table is a lot of straight cuts that are easy to put together.

DIY chair planter with a stenciled design

This unique little planter is an easy build that will surprise your guests!

How to build a simple DIY writing desk - woodworking plans!

This desk has a drawer, which is the most complicated part. If you aren't up for a drawer yet - just attach the drawer front in place for an even simpler build.

DIY Mid Century Modern Side Table

Make a new set of side tables with some simple joints and only a couple of angled cuts.

How to Build an Outdoor Grill Cart - woodworking plans!

This grill cart looks fancy but is not at all difficult to cut or put together!

How to build a tree bookshelf

This tree bookshelf will look great in your kids room as a cool way to show off books or toys!

DIY Way to Hide Your Trash Cans - woodworking plans!

This build for a trashcan screen is simple thanks to the use of pre-made lattice.

Easy DIY play tent - with PDF woodworking plans!

Kids love play tents and this one is easy to put together with wood strips and dowels. Just add fabric for the finishing touch!

DIY Angled Base Dining Table

The only difficult part of this project is getting the angles right. Otherwise, you're having dinner at a table you built!

How to build a DIY rainbow ladder toy shelf

Ladder shelves are a great way to pack stylish storage into a room. This one we painted in rainbow colors!

How to make a DIY tabletop planter centerpiece

This wooden trough makes a great centerpiece or decor for a kitchen counter or island.

DIY wooden snowflake wall art

Get in the winter spirit with these wooden snowflakes. They have a few angled cuts but are really easy - if not tedius - to make!

How to build a DIY dartboard cabinet

Take your dartboard to the next level with a simple wooden storage cabinet!

How to build DIY wall-mounted cat stairs

Got cats? They will love having stairs up the wall to easily get on a shelf or perch!

DIY modern cat bed- FREE plans!

The trickiest part of this pet bed build is the angled legs, and you'll feel super accomplished once you learn how easy it is to cut them!

DIY wall-mounted yard tool organizer

Shovels on the ground no more! This organizer is built from simple 2x4 lumber and perfect for the garage.

How to build and install simple DIY floating shelves

Floating shelves are chic enough for any room in your home. Here's how to build them - from scratch!

How to build a wall-mounted fold-down vanity- FREE plans

This fold down desk doubles as a vanity and is great for small spaces.

How to build a DIY learning tower - PDF plans!

Kids will love helping in the kitchen with a learning tower step stool.

DIY square outdoor dining table

This dining table is a large build, but it's not hard to make at all. It's almost all straight cuts, just quite a few boards to assemble the top.

How to build a DIY plant stand with hanging bar

This slatted plant stand looks dramatic in your corner, but is easy to build!

DIY three tiered rolling plant stand

This rolling plant stand is made from plywood and perfect for plant lovers.

How to build a DIY balance beam for toddlers

This wooden balance beam is made from 1 board cut into 3 pieces - super easy to make!

How to build DIY deck rail planters

These window box style planters are designed to sit on the railing of your deck and really easy to build!

How to build a kids art display

Kids got artwork? They always do! This super simple frame is a great way to display it!

How to build a DIY self-filling cat food dispenser

This wooden cat feeder uses a simple design to store and fill the cat food within itself!

How to build a rolling scrap wood storage cart

Once you get into woodworking, you're going to need somewhere to put all that wood! Here's a simple storage rack.

How to make a DIY wooden Christmas tree

It doesn't get much easier than this simple slatted wooden Christmas tree!

DIY wooden spice drawer organizer

You can use strips of plywood to build this simple angled spice drawer organizer!

DIY mini Christmas tree planter

Wooden planters take plants to the next level - and these are very easy to build!

How to build a DIY modern rectangular coffee table

This coffee table is all straight cuts and easy to build, but has a nice modern look to it!

How to build a DIY mobile workbench

Want a workbench for your woodworking? Here's one that is easy to build from plywood!

DIY scroll saw stand with FREE plans

Once you start accumulating tools, you'll need storage. Check out this simple rolling scroll saw stand.

DIY spray paint storage rack

Got spray paint? Use plywood to build this simple storage shelf.

How to build a DIY dollhouse bookshelf

Little kids will love this house shaped bookshelf, and it's super easy to put together.

How to build a slim DIY rolling laundry cart

Need storage in your laundry room? This laundry cart is all straight cuts and packs some powerful hidden storage!

How to build a modern step stool - free plans!

This step stool looks complicated, but we lay out the angles for you, making it easy to build!

DIY Industrial Pipe Bench

By using metal piping for the legs, this bench is a super straight forward build!

DIY wooden shower stool - FREE PDF Plans!

This shower stool is super easy to build from just one board.

DIY entryway shelf with hooks

This entryway shelf has hooks and a shelf, making it super practical. But, it's only a few cuts - making it easy to make!

DIY farmhouse style console table- PDF plans

The inverted V base of this console table looks complicated, but is very easy to do!

DIY Christmas Tree Box Stand- Free, easy plans!

This box Christmas tree stand is chic and shockingly easy to make!

Couch Arm Cup Holder

No coffee table? No problem. This arm cup holder makes it easy to keep a cup at hand!

DIY under bed storage

This project is practical for storing things under the bed, plus the build is very straight forward!

How to Build DIY Wooden Lanterns

These wooden lanterns look dramatic and gorgeous but are easy to make.

Quick and Easy DIY Ottoman

Think you can't build an ottoman? This plan proves how simple it really is!

How to Make a Tub Bench

If you bathe kids in the tub, this tub bench is clutch!

How to build an easy, modern, DIY coffee table

This coffee table uses a pre-made tabletop, so all you need to build is the simple base!

Wood House Plant Stand

Make any house plant a little cuter by putting it in a literal house.

DIY 3 Tiered Corner Plant Stand

This corner plant stand looks complicated, but we built it when we barely had any tools - it really is simple!

A DIY Pet Bed Tutorial: Love Bunks

Pets will love these bunk beds. They were one of our first woodworking projects and a very straight forward build.

How to build a DIY shoe shelf- FREE PDF plans

Store shoes in a small area with this simple wood shoe shelf.

DIY Dog Toy Storage Bin- FREE PDF Plans

This plywood toy organizer makes it easy for dogs to get their own toys!

FREE PDF Plans - Build a Rustic Barn Door the Easiest & Cheapest Way

Barn doors are trendy and fashionable and can add a rustic flair to your space. Here's how to build a barn door and how to mount a barn door.

How to Build a Platform Bed for $50

If you've ever wanted to switch to a platform bed and ditch the box spring and huge headboard/foot board, this is what you need. You can build this platform bed in just a day.

What are your favorite beginner woodworking projects?

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