Furniture

Furniture projects made by contributors to Canadian Woodworking are presented with complete step-by-step instructions, photos with explanatory text, and project drawings and lists.

  • Creating a Bandsaw Box

    This style of box, with its curves and multiple drawers, can seem a bit intimidating at first glance. Once you realize how simple this style of box is to make, you’re likely to start creating your own designs. And once you start, these little pieces are very addictive.

    July 13, 2011
    Ryan Sparreboom
  • Build a Safety Stool

    Allow your child to participate in counter-height activities by building this stool.

    January 13, 2011
    Matt Dunkin
  • Recipe Box

    Explore the world of box-making with this easy-to-build recipe box.

    November 13, 2010
    Jim Sinclair
  • corner table

    Corner table

    Learning to build a table with sultry curves not only looks beautiful but adds another skill to your woodworking repertoire.

    January 13, 2010
    Marty Schlosser
  • Contemporary sideboard

    The combination of heart and sap wood give this sideboard a one-of-a-kind flair.

    November 13, 2009
    Rob Brown
  • Keepsake Box

    People love to hold on to little items with sentimental value. This project is perfect for keep­ing your most precious objects safe and sound.

    September 13, 2009
    Allan Cusworth
  • Dining table

    Every dining space is unique – learn to make a dining table that fits your space.

    July 13, 2009
    Rob Brown
  • Lidded Jewellery Box

    One of the most popular items to make when you decide to take up woodturning is a lidded box. This turned box is an excellent study of different techniques to add to your repertoire.

    May 13, 2009
    Allan Cusworth
  • Chess Table

    Whether looking for competition or an exercise session for the brain, this beautiful chess table will keep your knights and bishops on an even playing field.

    May 13, 2009
    Jerry Haigh
  • Grass-Seat Chair

    Nakashima's style reflects the unadorned beauty of wood and other natural materials.

    March 13, 2009
    David Hill
  • Shaker Bentwood Box

    The Shaker tradition of simplicity in design continues to hold sway in Hampton, New Brunswick where Brent Rourke makes traditionally inspired oval boxes.

    March 13, 2009
    Dorothy Dearborn
  • Childhood Memory Box

    Childhood Memory Box

    Children love playing with messy, gooey things and adults love to preserve those early childhood memories. This project is great for both.

    January 13, 2009
    Michael Kampen
  • Display table

    Display stand

    Build this elegant stand to display your favourite plant or sculpture.

    November 13, 2008
    Carl Duguay
  • Hall table

    Tables of one sort or another are often the bread and butter of most woodworking shops. This elegant hall table, based on a design by California woodworker Yeung Chan doesn’t require a lot of stock or advanced joinery skills.

    May 13, 2008
    Wayne Hooks
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