Projects
Free Plans: Titanic Deck Chair
Last week marked the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the RMS Titanic, and as such we received a number of requests for the “Titanic Deck Chair” article, which originally ran in 1999. In honor of that fateful night a century ago (and in response to popular demand), we’re making the article and full-size plans Continue reading»
Flat-screen TV Stand in a Weekend
My wife and I recently moved after 22 years to a smaller (read that: “downsized”) home of a very different style than our old Victorian. I’d call our new place International Style, Modern or just Contemporary. Such a change prompts a raft of considerations when it comes to furnishings. My list of things to build Continue reading»
I Can Do That: Hanging Shelves
Get a period look with big box materials.
by Megan Fitzpatrick
pages 23-23
From the April 2012 issue, #196
The inspiration for this small hanging set of shelves is a late 18th- to early 19th-century (circa 1775-1825) English dovetailed version in oak with a dark finish. I wanted to replicate the look as much as possible using the I Can Do That tool set and big-box stock, so I adjusted the dimensions to fit dimensional lumber, and, after the construction was done, sanded the edges heavily to impart a well-worn look. I then applied a somewhat distressed finish (more on that later).
Download the PDF of this article for the drawing and cutlist:
HangingShelves
Plan: Download the free SketchUp model for the Hanging Shelves.
Articles: All the I Can Do That articles are free online.
Making Frames
Sooner or later, someone will ask you to make a picture frame. Here is how to get it right the first time. by Robert W. Lang Pages 21-23 From the Summer 2009 issue of Woodworking Magazine, issue 14 Buy this issue now Picture frames are one of those woodworking projects that we all assume we Continue reading»
I Can Do That: Message Center
A low-tech solution for a family on the go.
By Steve Shanesy
Pages: 26-27
The kitchen is the crossroads for today’s busy family. And while we have high-tech gadgets to text messages, take notes and keep a calendar, I’ve found a kitchen message board has helped to keep my family organized for 30 years. Three decades ago, I made several message centers as gifts and can report that some are still in use – a testament to their utility.
I Can Do That “Message Center” PDF
BLOG: Coming soon: more step photos of the “Message Center.”
MODEL: Click here for the SketchUp model of the Message Center.
ARTICLES: All the I Can Do That articles are free online.
I Can Do That: Gent’s Chest
A simple box for basic household tools.
By Megan Fitzpatrick
Pages: 58-59
From the December 2011 issue #194
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Common in the 19th-century, a “Gentleman’s Tool Chest” typically contained a set of fancy household tools including the first “multi-tools” – a handsome handle into which a variety of tools including gimlets, drivers, chisels and the like could be fitted. The chest might also include a small brass-backed saw, a filigreed square, dividers, a brass hammer and more – “showcase tools” for the squire who simply liked to putter around the house.
BLOG: Discover more about period Gentleman’s Chests.
PLAN: Download the free SketchUp plan.
ARTICLES: All the “I Can Do That” articles are free online.
Shaker Wall Cupboard
A classic form from the New Lebanon Shaker community is easy to build in a few hours.
By Christopher Schwarz
Page: 48-49
From the February 2011 issue #188
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If you don’t like nails, then perhaps you should turn the page. This small wall cupboard from the New Lebanon Shaker community bristles with them.
