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Good morning. In today's newsletter, I'm including 10 detailed woodworking projects, from corner floating shelves and fluted nightstands to a 2x4 indoor/outdoor sofa and elegant nesting chairs. Plus a cyclone dust collector, magnetic knife holder, and end grain flooring guide. Additionally, you'll find tips on pocket hole joinery, using polyurethane, and a router trick you may not have seen.

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Woodworking Projects

Some are harder than others, but you can build all of them!

=> Building Stylish Corner Floating Shelves: Make the most of overlooked corners with these space-saving floating shelves. This guide walks you through framing, leveling, and mounting, with flexible options to adjust wood type, layout, and shelf depth. A smart solution that blends function and clean design.

=> Fluted Nightstands – Add Texture to Minimal Design: These nightstands feature ribbed detail for a striking modern look. The tutorial covers panel layout, drawer installation, and finishing steps that let you adapt the project to different materials or aesthetics. A great build for adding subtle texture to any space.

=> Modern Indoor/Outdoor Sofa Made from 2x4s: Using only 2x4 lumber, this sofa offers wide armrests, a strong frame, and a minimalist silhouette that works just as well indoors as out. The plan includes customization tips for finishes, cushion sizing, and joinery options depending on your space.

=> Elegant Nesting Chairs Using Exotic Hardwoods: Designed to stack neatly and stand out visually, these chairs feature smooth curves and contrasting grain. This project focuses on accurate joinery, creative shaping techniques, and fine finishing, making it a rewarding challenge for more advanced woodworkers.

=> How to Build a Privacy Fence for Your Air Conditioner: Hide unsightly AC units with a modern, airflow-friendly enclosure. This build emphasizes spacing for ventilation, durable framing, and material flexibility to suit your yard’s layout. It’s a simple way to give your exterior a cleaner look.

=> Make a Simple Cyclone Dust Collector: Cut down on cleanup with this DIY cyclone separator that works with most shop vacs. Made from basic parts, this system reduces filter clogging and improves suction efficiency. An affordable upgrade for cleaner, safer shop work.

=> Magnetic Knife Holder – A Clean, Simple Build: Keep your knives organized and accessible with a sleek magnetic knife strip. This project walks through safely embedding magnets, shaping the backer board, and choosing a finish that shows off the wood grain. A functional and elegant kitchen upgrade.

=> Poplar Bread Box with Sliding Lid: Classic in shape but modern in feel, this bread box features a curved lid and seamless glide. Learn how to cut and join the rounded top, refine edges for a polished look, and finish the piece to highlight the soft, smooth grain of poplar.

=> Simple Wooden Towel Hooks: A quick and useful project perfect for scrap wood. These wall-mounted towel hooks take minimal tools and time, and can be easily adjusted in size or shape for bathrooms, entryways, or even kitchens.

=> The Most Amazing Flooring – Build End Grain Floors: Ready for a serious challenge? This detailed guide shows how to make end grain block flooring for a showstopping interior. You'll learn how to cut and layout blocks, glue them in place, and seal them for long-term durability and beauty.

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