30 Minute Woodshop

Author on the Michigan Dunes
Woodworker, Maker, Lover of art, music, technology and history. A believer in a confluence of events leading to greater things

This is about my journey in woodworking an trying to squeeze projects into my tight schedule. I hope that these vignettes will inspire you to get out into your shop, basement, garage, closet, nook or wherever and Make. Whether in wood, leather, clay, electronics, we all need that creative outlet and those moments of satisfaction when something is completed.

Oh, and don’t forget to visit my Youtube Channel

  • DIY Guitar Stand-the Easiest One You Can Build
    This truly is the easiest guitar stand you could possibly build. And, you can do it with only a couple of hand tools. And it is so handy to have, all you have to do is set your guitar into it and when you want to use it you can pluck it out of the guitar stand play and return it in a matter of moments.
  • Really Cool Dice Tower for Your Next D&D Game
    let’s make a Dice Tower. This is a really easy project, fun to make, easy to build, and will be a ton of fun for your next D&D or Warhammer 40K game over the weekend. You really only need a few tools and simple materials so let’s get started.
  • Super Easy – Build Your Own Kitchen Dish Rack
    Here’s a really nice and easy kitchen project – dish drying rack. This kitchen dish rack is super easy to make and will serve you well for many years. This is a perfect addition to your kitchen to get organized.
  • Easy Ticket Shadow Box You Can Build
    This DIY guide provides step-by-step instructions on creating a walnut shadowbox to display memorabilia, like tickets or playbills, with an optional wine cork box conversion. It includes material and tool suggestions, detailed plans for sizing, cutting, and finishing wood, glass, and plywood components, as well as tips for precise assembly. The project requires some woodworking skills, especially for creating tight-fitting miters and routing. The author encourages personal touches, such as signing the finished work, and provides links to their online resources.