MY Maker Journey

Follow along as I document my journey into making all different kinds of projects, the failures, the successes and ultimately the lessons.

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Discover a world of woodworking projects designed for beginners and intermediate makers, even with limited tools and space. Stay updated with my latest creations as I take you on a journey of crafting brilliance. From beginner-friendly projects to intermediate challenges, there's something for everyone. Explore the blog posts below to find inspiration and unleash your creativity in the world of woodworking.

Simple DIY Folding Camping Chair
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Simple DIY Folding Camping Chair

I am a big fan of hanging out in the outdoors, it could be a simple picnic or a camping adventure. An issue I always run into is finding a comfortable spot to sit...yes in the wild there’s logs, stones or the ground that could serve this purpose it would however be nice to have an easily portable light yet sturdy sitting solution ergo the folding chair (in other circles called the viking chair).

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Simple DIY shoe rack
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Simple DIY shoe rack

For this Shoe rack build a key feature I was looking for was portability thus the folding design is a great solution for this, the shelves are not permanently attached and as such making it very easy to compact and move the piece

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Simple DIY SiDE Table
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Simple DIY SiDE Table

Remote working in the past few years is becoming more and more ubiquitous, this week as a sign of the times and also to make my remote working experience much better, I will be making a side table I can use while on the couch.

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Simple DIY Bench Shoe Rack
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Simple DIY Bench Shoe Rack

I am a big fan of builds that give me a multifunctional result...the proverbial killing two birds with one stone.

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Making SIMPLE SPICE RACK
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Making SIMPLE SPICE RACK

Over the last couple of months I have accumulated quite a number of those nescafe glass containers and in the spirit of recycling, I have been using them as containers for my different viungo...over time the containers will need some organization and thus the spice rack.

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Making Mitre Saw Stand
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Making Mitre Saw Stand

The latest addition to my workshop is the Mitre Saw aka Chop Saw, so I decided to make a small stand for it to sit, as well as give me some shelving to get some storage space. If you’d like to build something similar you’ll need the following

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Making sturdy outdoor bench
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Making sturdy outdoor bench

Building an outdoor bench is a satisfying DIY project that provides functionality and enhances the aesthetics of your outdoor space. Here's a step-by-step guide to making a sturdy and long-lasting outdoor bench.

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Making a simple cutting Board
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Making a simple cutting Board

Creating your own cutting board is a rewarding DIY project, allowing you to customize it according to your preferences. Using a combination of mahogany, a durable and beautiful hardwood, and pine can provide a cutting board that's as appealing to the eye as it is functional. Here's a step-by-step guide:

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DIY WATER Bottle Stand
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DIY WATER Bottle Stand

Water bottles have come a long way, in my part of Nairobi bottled water comes with fixed taps eliminating the need of having a water dispenser and the penny-pincher I am this makes a lot of sense, though I could also see the applications of these types of water bottles during camping trips, outdoor catering et al. That said necessity being the mother of invention I had the need to create a simple and functional solution to hold the water bottle thus the stand.

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Weekly builds : DIY WATER BOTTLE STAND

Download the free beginner friendly weekly plans to get started making projects. This week we are building a water bottle stand.