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Article created by: Mantas Kačerauskas

My grandfather built his house not far away from his mother's log home. When she died, he converted hers into a wood workshop. I remember going there as a child; the place seemed like another world to me. Inside, there were stacks and stacks of tools, some big, some small, and you could always smell warm and earthy scents. A birch chair in one corner, an almost finished oak table in the other. It was so peaceful.

It had been a while since I immersed myself into these memories, but as soon as I saw the subreddit r/WoodWorking, they all came rushing back to me.

This online community is dedicated to "furniture, toys, tools, wood, glue, and anything else that has to do with woodworking as a hobby or profession," and I have to say, its members are really, really skilled. Not as much as my grandad, of course, but almost. Continue scrolling to check out their best projects and fire up Bored Panda's earlier posts on the subreddit here and here.

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Beautiful Project I've Been Working On For A Few Months. Thought Everyone Here Would Like To See!

Custom woodworking staircase with built-in under-stair storage cabinets showcasing advanced woodworking skills.

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    Dare I Say... The "Neverending Fence" Is Complete!

    Large intricate woodworking sculpture of woven branches surrounding a house, showcasing advanced woodworking skills outdoors.

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    #3

    Owner Wanted To Cut Down The Tree For The Deck, But I Talked Him Into Building A Bench Around It Instead. I Think It Turned Out Nice And Saved The Tree

    Woodworking project featuring a custom wooden bench built around a tree on a large wooden deck outdoors.

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    #4

    Reflections Of Perspective 150x90cm Complete. An Artdeco Inspired Piece

    Intricate woodworking art featuring detailed patterns and cityscape, showcasing advanced woodworking craftsmanship and design.

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    #5

    Got My First Display In A Local Store!

    Man standing next to unique woodworking display with wooden spoons, cutting boards, and jars inside a bright shop.

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    #6

    Due To The High Cost Of Wood, I Decided To Make A Play House Entirely Out Of Free Pallets And Free Roofing

    Woodworking project of a small wooden playhouse with flower boxes and a green metal roof in a garden setting.

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    #7

    Carved A Rope And Knot From Basswood

    Intricately carved wooden rope twisted into a knot, showcasing advanced woodworking skills and craftsmanship.

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    #8

    It's Far From Perfect And Not Finished Yet, But I'm Really Trying To Make My Parents' Porch Look Better

    Before and after woodworking transformation of an outdoor porch railing and flooring with stone foundation improvement.

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    #9

    I Made This Orca Music Box

    Woodworking mechanical sculpture of an orca whale in motion displayed on a wooden base with visible gears inside.

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    #10

    I Carved A Tiny Maple Owl

    Small wooden owl carving with detailed features and glossy eyes showcasing expert woodworking craftsmanship.

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    #11

    Wayfair Said The Outdoor Sofa Wouldn’t Arrive Until September, So I Took Matters Into My Own Hands. I Found Simple Plans On Youtube. This Was My First Time Ever Using A Saw…

    Outdoor seating area featuring handcrafted woodworking furniture with cushions, surrounded by greenery and a patterned rug.

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    #12

    We Just Finished Up Rapunzels Tower And Cottage Playhouse. Next Up A Bit Of Landscaping

    Intricately crafted woodworking treehouse with towers, slide, and detailed railings in a wooded backyard setting.

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    #13

    Just Finished This Jewelry Box For My Grandma. Made Mainly Of Oak From The Stairs Of Her Old House

    Woodworking jewelry box with multiple drawers and compartments, showcasing advanced woodworking skills and craftsmanship.

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    #14

    Nightlight I Made For My Wife. Why Buy One For $3.99 When You Can Make One For 30 Bucks And 10 Hours In The Shop?

    Woodworking lamp with intricate tree design glowing on a bedside table showcasing advanced woodworking skills.

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    #15

    Me - Carving Epic Fighting Scene: Goku vs. Vegeta - Out Of Wood

    Woodworking artist carving an intricate detailed wooden sculpture inspired by fantasy characters in a workshop.

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    #16

    Salvaged Wood, Hollow-Frame 7’2”surfboard

    Man showcasing a beautifully crafted wooden surfboard with detailed woodworking designs in a woodshop workshop.

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    #17

    Finally I Can Show Off My Final Project Of My Apprenticeship

    Modern woodworking nightstand with curved edges in blue and wood, showcasing smooth open drawer design and sleek craftsmanship.

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    #18

    My Finished Journeyman's Piece. A Desk Made From Walnut And Ash With A Computer Inside

    Sleek woodworking desk with hidden custom PC build, showcasing advanced woodworking craftsmanship from an online woodworking group.

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    #19

    I’m A Beginner, This Is My First Time Not Half-Assing Out Of Frustration

    Corgi sitting in front of a modern wooden dresser showcasing woodworking craftsmanship in an indoor setting.

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    #20

    Finished Oak Desk Area For A Local School Library

    Custom woodworking office reception desk with intricate wave design in a modern professional workspace setting

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    #21

    Rocking Tauntaun. Poplar And Red Oak. It Was A Fun One

    Woodworking creation of a wooden rocking horse on a rug, showcasing skill and craftsmanship in a home setting.

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    #22

    Solid Walnut Dining Table I Made

    Modern wooden dining table with geometric legs in a bright room showcasing advanced woodworking craftsmanship.

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    #23

    Thanks To You All, And Your Massive Love For My First Piece, I’ve Stuck With It. I’ve Refined My Process,so I Bit The Bullet And Built One Out Of Walnut

    Intricate 3D wooden wall art with layered curved patterns showcasing advanced woodworking skills and craftsmanship.

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    #24

    'Piggy'-Bank I Made For My Son

    Blue wooden dinosaur-shaped coin bank standing on a hardwood floor, showcasing creative woodworking skills.

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    #25

    Career Change! Wish I Would Of Done It Sooner. After A Year Of Being An Apprentice In A Cabinet Shop, This Is My Big Project On My Own. From Design To Build To Finishing

    Sliding barn-style wooden doors with geometric pattern and ornate metal handles showcasing advanced woodworking skills.

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    #26

    Trust The Process

    Innovative woodworking project showing sketches, a curved wooden shelf, and the finished installation in a cozy room.

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    #27

    African Mahogany + White Cord Entry Way Bench

    Handcrafted wooden stool with woven seat and lower shelf, showcasing advanced woodworking skills and design.

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    #28

    DIY Pandemic Playhouse W/ Outdoor Movies

    Woodworking project showing the frame and finished outdoor playhouse with kids watching a movie on a projector screen.

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    #29

    I Built A Screened In Porch On The Backside Of My Cabin

    Cozy woodworking porch with wooden floors, beams, chairs, and a scenic sunset visible through large windows.

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    #30

    I Carved A Trefoil Knot Out Of A Solid Piece Of Cherry

    Hand holding an intricate intertwined wooden sculpture showcasing advanced woodworking skills in front of a bookshelf.

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    #31

    First Project! Sofa Arm Tray With A Slot For The Phone And A Little Gap For A Glass/Cup. Made Of Laminated Bamboo Wood And A Strip Of Recycled Beech Wood In The Miter Joint. Looks Simple But Has Some Complex Details

    Woodworking project showing a wooden armrest table holding a glass and a phone on a gray couch.

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    #32

    I Designed And Built This 4' Plant Shelf Myself; Curly And Hard Maple, With Maple Plywood Parts

    Handcrafted woodworking display cabinet with glass shelves and intricate geometric wood panel designs showing plants inside.

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    #33

    Covid Project

    Smooth, polished hardwood flooring with wooden pillars showcasing advanced woodworking skills and craftsmanship.

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    #34

    I Don't Do Many Out Door Showers As A Cabinet Maker, But When One Of Your Good Customers Says Cost Is No Issue, I Try My Best

    Outdoor wooden shower enclosure showcasing advanced woodworking skills shared in an online woodworking group.

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    #35

    The House Isn't Much But I Am Pretty Proud Of This Porch I Built. Red Cedar And More Than A Couple Grks

    Wooden porch deck with sunburst railing design showcasing advanced woodworking skills shared in an online group.

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    #36

    I Made This For My Girlfriend And I'm Really Proud, Not Gonna Lie. 24"X48" With Rings For Holding Potted Plants

    Intricate woodworking wall art featuring geometric patterns, moss accents, and engraved botanical designs in natural wood tones.

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    #37

    Finished Two Of These Bad Oscars A Couple Weeks Ago. Floating Bedside Tables In Walnut With New Guinea Walnut Pulls. Finished With Osmo

    Floating wooden bedside drawer and shelf with smooth finish showcasing expert woodworking craftsmanship.

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    #38

    Took A Couple Woodworking Classes 10 Years Ago And Getting Back Into It Now. Of Course I Was Commissioned To Make An Engagement Ring Box For My Bil. Made It Out Of Wenge. What I Lack In Skill I Make Up For With Unearned Confidence

    Hands holding a handcrafted wooden pop-up ring box showcasing detailed woodworking skills and creativity.

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    #39

    Just Had Our Second Kid So I Lost My Office. Made This Murphy Style Desk To Save Space In Our Bedroom. It’s Made From Cherry That I Milled Myself With An Alaskan Mill From A Tree In My Dads Yard That Fell About A Year Ago

    Woodworking showcased with a wall-mounted foldable wooden desk organizing multiple computer monitors and a laptop setup.

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    #40

    What Do Y'all Think Of This Serving Tray I Made?

    Hand holding a wooden board with a detailed geometric pattern showcasing advanced woodworking skills.

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    #41

    My Dad And I Built This Stuff Years Ago. I’m Housesitting Now For My Parents While My Dad Awaits A New Liver, So Naturally I’m Sitting On The Floor, In Tears, Photographing Everything More Chairs To Make, Dad

    Handcrafted wooden rocking chair with a smooth polished finish displayed in a cozy indoor setting.

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    #42

    An Inside/Outside Shot Of The Shop Door I Made. It's Poplar, Black Walnut, And Multiple Resin Fills. Natural Light Comes Through The Blue Bits. They Also Glow In The Dark

    Two handcrafted wooden doors with blue and red circular designs showcasing advanced woodworking skills.

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    #43

    Summer Project - Garden Office

    Modern wooden backyard studio with glass doors and outdoor seating, showcasing woodworking craftsmanship and design.

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    #44

    Mandalorian Wooden Helmet. Wood Carving. Oak Wood. 6 Days Of Production

    Woodworking craftsmanship showing detailed Mandalorian helmets carved and finished from wood by skilled creators.

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    #45

    Depression And Woodworking

    Woodworking workshop before and after organization, showcasing advanced woodworking tools and a clean workspace setup.

    I've suffered for years with depression & anxiety. My shop has been a mess for as long as I've had a shop which only made it worse. The last few days I've put a ton of work into revamping my shop & making it a source of joy & not a source of anxiety. Details in captions.

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    #46

    I Build Tiny Houses And This Is My Latest. 24ft Trailer With Lots Of Custom Details

    Tiny house woodworking project showing construction stages from framing to finished modern exterior and interior design.

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    #47

    How I Open My Beers

    Handcrafted wooden bottle opener and ball drop game showcasing woodworking skills and creative design in an online group.

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    #48

    I Carved This Hellboy & Wolverine Cigar Holder Out Of Padauk And Hornbeam Wood

    Two detailed woodworking cigar holders shaped like faces, holding cigars in front of a glass of whiskey.

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    #49

    Little Folding Table

    Man demonstrating a compact folding wooden table in a garden, showcasing advanced woodworking skills and creativity.

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