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July 13, 2022 by Suzie

Plans for Mudroom Bench DIY: Shoe Storage Drawers

finished shoe storage bench

Today’s build is a storage bench for a mudroom or laundry room that has a drawer to hide those dirty shoes. If you have a smaller area and you’re looking for a storage space for things like shoes or backpacks, this bench is a great solution! Although this bench will eventually be part of a …

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July 8, 2022 by Suzie

DIY Rustic Wood American Flag Wall Art

large rustic wood american flag

This rustic wood American flag makes a beautiful, patriotic, and unique piece of wall art. In this article, I will outline the plans and steps needed to create your own rustic wood American flag. I will also outline all of the materials and tools you will need to make your own. I love that this …

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July 1, 2022 by Suzie

The Best Shelf Pin Drilling Jig: Easy and Accurate

drilling 1/4" shelf pin holes using cabinetmate jig

In a recent mudroom hall tree build, I wanted more organization in the upper cabinet portion, so I decided to add adjustable shelves. I did this by drilling shelf pin holes and I used the CabinetMate Jig from Milescraft. True to Milescraft form, they created the perfect tool that is incredibly simple to use and …

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July 1, 2022 by Suzie

How to Install Drawer Slides on Face Frame Cabinets

how to install drawer slides

Installing drawer slides on face-frame cabinets is a very simple and easy process, thanks to the DrawerJig from Milescraft. This jig allows you to quickly, flawlessly, and accurately install soft-close, ball-bearing drawer slides in cabinets. In this article, I will cover all you need to know about using this drawer slide jig. Face Frame vs. …

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July 1, 2022 by Suzie

How to Install European Hinges on Face Frame Cabinets

best shelf pin jig

Concealed European hinges for cabinets are a great way to create a beautiful and clean look for cabinet doors. These hinges do just what the name implies – they conceal the hinges from the outside, creating a sleek and minimal look. In a recent mudroom hall tree build, I installed cabinet doors over the coat …

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July 1, 2022 by Suzie

DIY Mudroom Bench with Upper Cabinet and Hooks: Free Plans

how to make Hall tree with bench and drawer finished

I have a big build for you today! It is a hall tree or mudroom bench with a storage drawer, hooks, and an upper shelf above the bench. As usual, I have provided a free PDF download of the mudroom bench plan for you to build your own, but I will outline all the steps here for …

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May 27, 2022 by Suzie

How to Get Steam Stains Out of a Wood Table

using iron heat to remove white haze wood

Building tables is one of my favorite DIY furniture projects to do. I love creating a space for people to gather and share a meal together. However, the flip side to heavy use of a table is that the wood can occasionally get damaged through steam stains. To find the best way to remove a …

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May 23, 2022 by Suzie

The Best Finish for a Wood Kitchen Table

best polyurethane for bench top

Tables have always been some of my favorite pieces of furniture to build. Having the opportunity to create a space where relationships are forged, memories are made, and friendships are formed is something that I truly love doing. I have made many tables over the years and have tried many different methods of finishing or …

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Hi, I’m Suzie! I’m a self-taught woodworker, DIY enthusiast, house-to-home transformer, endlessly curious maker, mom and wife. Building and making is my passion. Creating a home with my own two hands is my jam!
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