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I Can Do That: Tool Tote

Wedged through-tenons keep this handle secure.

By Megan Fitzpatrick
Pages: 58-60

From the November 2011 issue #193
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Whether you’re using it for woodworking tools or garden tools, a tote is a simple and quick project. It’s so simple, in fact, that I decided to add a wee degree of difficulty with a curved handle secured in place by wedged through-tenons. And, I wrapped the handle with suede for a more comfortable and secure grip.

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PLAN: Download the free SketchUp plan for the Tool Tote.
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I Can Do That: Spastic Susan – SketchUp Model

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I Can Do That: Small Bench – SketchUp Model

This is a model of a small bench that was the “I Can Do That” project in the October 2011 issue of Popular Woodworking Magazine. Project design and construction by Managing Editor Megan Fitzpatrick. View the Google SketchUp Model. View all of the Woodworking SketchUp Models. Purchase the October 2011 issue of Popular Woodworking … Read more »

I Can Do That: Spastic Susan

Make a Sherpa of a dining table centerpiece that goes the distance.

By Mag Ruffman

The modest Lazy Susan is a staple on circular dining tables. Everyone can reach out and activate its convenient, if sluggish, spinning action in order to self-serve their favorite condiments from a jumble of bottles, shakers and jars.
BLOG: Read Mag’s (very funny) blog.
PLAN: Download the free SketchUp plan for the Spastic Susan.
ARTICLES: All the “I Can Do That” articles are free online.
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I Can Do That: Small Bench

This simple seat is ideal for a hallway or porch.

By Megan Fitzpatrick
Pages: 26-27

From The October 2011 issue #192
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This project is inspired by a period choir bench in my mom’s dining room – but I modernized the Gothic revival design of the original with sweeping curves on the arms (instead of shelter arms), and left out the moulding and cutouts.

From the October 2011 issue #192
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ARTICLE: HallBenchICDT
BONUS ARTICLE: “I Can Do That” article from Mag Ruffman on our web site.
PLAN: Download the free SketchUp plan for the Small Bench.
ARTICLE: All the “I Can Do That” articles are free online.
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I Can Do That: Limbert Outdoor Cafe Chair

A great chair to make in pairs (or more), this outdoor version of a classic Charles Limbert Arts & Crafts cafe chair is simple to make using basic home center lumber and only a few common tools. Very little woodworking experience required. Download the Limbert Chair Plans Here

I Can Do That: Outdoor Garden Bench Project

Built from pine boards available from you local home store, this outdoor bench can be built with only a jigsaw and screw gun. A simply coat of paint to match your decor and you’ll be sitting pretty! This project is one of many from ‘Backyard Projects for Today’s Homestead‘. Click here to download your free … Read more »