Build it yourself. Make it fit the first time.

Projects you can finish with a saw, a drill and a square, and plans that use real board sizes.

Projects

1. 
   Weekend projects

   7 Weekend Projects You Can Build With a Saw, a Drill and a Square

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2. 
   Build vs. buy

   9 Things Worth Building Instead of Buying

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3. 
   Family projects

   The Weekend Project That Gets a Grandfather Back in His Garage

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Beginner guides

1. 
   Workshop mistakes

   A Shop Teacher Followed a "Professional" Cabinet Plan to the Letter. Every Shelf Came Out Short.

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2. 
   Workshop challenge

   This Woodworking Plan Looks Fine. It Will Ruin Your Project. Can You Spot Why?

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3. 
   Project finder

   Got a Saw and a Free Saturday? Find the Right First Project in 4 Questions.

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Tools

That's the starter kit. Add clamps and a jigsaw when a project calls for them, not before.