If you dream of creating unique pieces of furniture, but feel that something is missing – be it the right knowledge, detailed plans, or step-by-step guidance – know that you are not alone. Many people get frustrated trying to learn carpentry from videos on the internet or poorly explained projects.

Have you ever tried to put together a project, only to be lost by vague instructions and imprecise materials? Or started cutting wood and realized you were missing tools or clearer instructions? Most free plans end up being complicated for beginners and frustrating even for those who already have some experience.

jhon: I’ve been through this kind of thing too

I’ve always wanted to create furniture with my own hands. I even bought some tools to start trying to create some simple projects, but I quickly began to notice that I lacked guidance. The plans I found were difficult to follow, with incomplete instructions and confusing diagrams. I often thought about giving up, until one day, while researching my burning interest in creation, I came across Ted’s Woodworking. With it, I finally felt that for the first time I had access to clear, detailed plans that helped me make precise cuts and assemble pieces much more easily.

With time and practice I got into the habit of making my own furniture. At first I made a lot of mistakes, but with the good instructions in Ted’s Woodworking I was always able to fix my faults. I got so good at it that over time friends and family started asking me to build for them too, and today I’m thinking of starting to consider turning this hobby into a small source of extra income. This guide was all I needed to turn carpentry into a passion and a skill that I can now carry with me for the rest of my life.