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While the internet’s full of various creative groups and intriguing pages that capture your attention, some of these digital niches are so special and wondrous, you don’t ever want to leave. And the r/woodworking subreddit, with a whopping 3 million members and nearly 13 years of online presence, is one of those groups that keeps you loggging in.

The group is dedicated to everything and anything to do with woodworking and carpentry, whether the projects are done as a hobby or professionally. 

Grab your saws, axes, chisels, and sandpaper, dear Pandas—we’re about to groove our way deep into the wondrous world of working wood. Saw a project that you absolutely loved? Give the photo an upvote and go visit the subreddit to show your appreciation. PS—for some more DIY inspiration, check out Bored Panda’s earlier article about the r/woodworking right here.

#1

First Violin Is Finished!

Purple and natural wood violin showcasing custom woodworking craftsmanship.

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    #2

    What Is This And Where Do I Find The Plans?

    Woodworking project showcasing a convertible wooden table and stool set, designed for efficient space-saving.

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    #3

    Imagine The Look On My Face When My Boss Said “You’ll Be Lead Carpenter On This Stair Job” When I Had Never Made A Single Tread Before. Lots Of Work By Lots Of People, I Can’t Take All The Credit, But If I Didn’t Pour My Blood And Sweat Into This Staircase

    Spiral wooden staircase with elegant design, highlighting woodworking craftsmanship with hanging lights.

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    #4

    Vlad The Builder: Project #(We Lost Count)

    Boy smiling beside creatively arranged wooden shelves with plants and art; example of woodworking projects.

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    #5

    Still Weaving As The Seasons Change.. So Close To Wrapping This On Up!

    Woodworking project featuring an intricate wood sculpture surrounding a charming suburban house.

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    #6

    I Restored The Circa 1910 Door In My Room To Its Original Glory! It Was Covered In 4 Layers Of Latex Paint And Very Crusty Varnish! This Is My First Woodworking Project (I'm 14) And I'm Going To Try To Restore Our Other Original Doors!

    Handcrafted wooden door in a cozy room with vintage decor, showcasing woodworking craftsmanship.

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    #7

    Carved An Owl, A Bit Different

    Woodworking project featuring a detailed owl carving within a circular wooden frame, set outdoors.

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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can only imagine having that much artistic talent

    #8

    Old Piano To Bookcase Using Lid As Back

    Woodworking project: uniquely shaped dark wood bookshelf in a workshop setting.

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    Phantom Phoenix
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anybody got a baby grand just laying around?

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    #9

    Bunk Beds I Built For Grandchildren

    Woodworking project featuring a custom wooden bunk bed with storage steps in a vibrant blue room.

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    #10

    Recently Finished Up This Sculpture, Will Be Raffling It Off Soon To Raise Money For St. Louis Children’s Heart Center!

    Woodworking project featuring an intricate, spiral-patterned wooden panel displayed against a tree.

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    #11

    When You Tell Your Retired Cabinet Building Father In-Law That The Guys From Home Depot Said No To What I Wanted Designed For My Kitchen. He Said “Meet Me In My Shop”

    Woodworking project with hexagonal tile flooring, gray cabinets, and a wooden countertop kitchen island.

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    #12

    Milo's Treat Box. It's A Box. For Treats. For Milo

    Woodworking project of a paw-shaped wooden box with a removable lid, featuring layered wooden stripes.

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    #13

    Built Some Stairs Down To The Ocean, And A Drinking Spot Half Way Down

    Woodworking project of a wooden staircase and gazebo, crafted with precision and set on a rocky hillside.

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    #14

    One Of My First Few Epoxy And Wood Working Projects. What Do You Think?

    Handcrafted wooden skateboard against a rock background, exemplifying fine woodworking projects.

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    #15

    I Bought Myself A Tablesaw And To Test It, I Built This Little Birdhouse. Many Lessons Learned With This Fun Little Project

    Intricate woodworking project of a detailed wooden house model on a table.

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    #16

    My Latest Piece Made From Clear Cedar Scraps From A Deck We Built Not Long Ago. A Little V-Day Gift For My Wife

    Woodworking project featuring a carved wooden wall art piece with wave patterns, shown in a home and workshop setting.

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    #17

    Finished My First Cutting Board! 14.5" By 20" By 1.6". Inspired By The Works Of Mc Escher

    Woodworking project showcasing a complex geometric cutting board design with a knife on top.

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    #18

    My Friend And I Wanted A Boat So We Built One. Nothing Fancy But We Enjoyed Having To Forge Out Rib Supports, Bend Planks, Collect Sap To Make Pitch, And Do A Few Other Interesting Things

    Woodworking project of a handmade wooden boat on a serene lake with ducks swimming nearby, surrounded by lush greenery.

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    #19

    I Built This Ceiling Lamp Out Of Oak

    Triangular wooden lamp with geometric cut-out design, showcasing woodworking craftsmanship.

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    #20

    Viking Style Chest I Made For My Wife. The Carvings Are Inspired By The Carvings Found On The Oseberg Ship

    Intricate wooden chest with carved designs, showcasing exceptional woodworking craftsmanship on a green lawn.

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    #21

    Marvel Mayhem. Made From Different Woods. All Natural-No Stains Or Dyes. Collaboration With Tom Whalen. 3’x2’

    Woodworking project featuring detailed wooden carvings of popular superhero characters.

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    #22

    I Make Custom Lighting From Bent Ash/Oak - Here Is A Piece I Completed A Couple Weeks Back

    Intricate wooden chandelier showcasing creative woodworking design with elegant curves and integrated lighting.

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    #23

    I Know Epoxy Tables Can Sometimes Get A Bad Rap, But I'm Really Proud Of How This Black Walnut & Black Epoxy Coffee Table I Made Turned Out

    Woodworking project featuring a square table with a natural wood grain top and resin details on wooden flooring.

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    #24

    My Son And I Have Recently Started To Make Robots Together

    Woodworking projects featuring handmade wooden figures on a table, showcasing creative designs.

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    #25

    Secret Room Tardis. Our Son Always Wanted A Secret Room So I Built Him This Dr Who Tardis. It’s Bigger On The Inside!

    Woodworking project: A life-sized, blue TARDIS-style door installation with detailed craftsmanship in various views.

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    #26

    Brass, Oak, And Shou-Sugi Sideboard

    Woodworking project: intricate dark wood cabinet with brass accents in a workshop setting.

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    #27

    Just A Girl With Her First Woodworking Project Ever! Now We Have Some Spoiled Chickens

    Woodworking project of a handcrafted chicken coop with a shingled roof, situated in a grassy backyard.

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    #28

    I Carved This Portrait Pipe Out Of Briar Wood

    Woodworking project of a carved wooden pipe shaped like an elderly man's head, with his portrait inset.

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    #29

    A Little Under Cabinet Spice Drawer I Built. So Satisfying And It Really Makes Finding The Right Spice A Breeze

    Woodworking project: a hidden kitchen spice rack drawer under cabinets, organized and space-efficient.

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    #30

    Posted This Awhile Back Before It Was Done. Got A Few Requests To See It Completed With Books Of It, So Here It Is!

    Tree-shaped bookshelf with books, highlighting woodworking projects and creativity.

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    #31

    Beside The Garden Wall...

    Rustic wooden bench crafted around a tree in a serene garden, showcasing woodworking skills.

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    #32

    Reef Coffee Table

    Woodworking project: a custom wooden coffee table with an integrated fish tank in a cozy living room setting.

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    #33

    Hope You All Like This Kumiko Lamp I've Been Working On - Hand Tools Only With My Tiny Workbench

    Intricate woodworking project featuring a geometric wooden lantern with detailed patterns.

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    #34

    Surprised My Mom With New Pantry Cabinets While She Was Out Of Town

    Blue wooden cabinetry and shelves showcasing a woodworking project, with a patterned backsplash and fridge.

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    #35

    Made A Guitar Out Of 45 Old Skateboard Decks. Turned Out Pretty Cool I Think

    Colorful handcrafted wooden guitar featuring striped design from woodworking projects.

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    #36

    Under Stairs Pandemic Project - Update - Mostly Conplete

    Woodworking project before and after showing a staircase transformation with built-in shelves.

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    #37

    I Built This Chaise Lounge For My Wife

    Handcrafted wooden lounge chairs on grass, showcasing expert woodworking projects.

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    #38

    A Chair I Made Last Year That I Need To Find A Home For!

    Unique woodworking project featuring large circular wooden chairs with blue upholstery in an industrial setting.

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    #39

    A Pile Of Logs I Stacked A Few Years Ago

    Woodworking project featuring a large, rustic wooden house with a deck and large windows, set in a wooded area.

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    #40

    A Recent Pool Table We Built

    Custom wooden pool table in a workshop, showcasing intricate woodworking skills.

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    #41

    I Drove Across The USA Visiting A Sawmill In Every State And Made A Map Of Local Woods! (Info On The Woods In Comments)

    Woodworking enthusiast holding a U.S. map made of various wood types, showcasing diverse lumber sources.

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    #42

    Built This For My Wife. I’m Jobless Due To Covid, She Posted A Pic And I Started Getting Orders, Guess I’m A Woodworker Now

    Coffin-shaped wooden shelf with assorted decorative items, showcasing unique woodworking project.

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    #43

    I Put My (Purple) Heart Into This Box. Engagement Ring For My (Soon-To-Be) Fiancée I’ve Been With For Three Years. Wish Me Luck

    Handcrafted wooden ring box with intricate design, showcasing stunning woodworking craftsmanship.

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    #44

    Another Jewellery Box I Made. Made From Maple Wood, And The Interior Is Yellow Velvet

    Handcrafted wooden box with intricate floral carvings, highlighting exceptional woodworking projects.

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    #45

    Threw My Best Friends A Baby Shower Today And Surprised Them With These. Tears All Around

    Three handcrafted wooden chairs in a backyard setting, showcasing woodworking skills.

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    #46

    My End Grain Chessboard And Table Saw/Miter Saw Pieces. Thanks For Looking!

    Woodworking project of a handmade wooden chess set on a table, featuring uniquely carved pieces.

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    #47

    Stressful Joint!

    Woodworking project featuring a beautifully crafted dark wooden tabletop with unique grain patterns.

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    #48

    5 Eleven Foot Posts I Turned On My Circa 1850 Lathe. Had To Cut One In Half The Long Way Too

    Woodworking project showing a detailed porch under construction and a finished house with handcrafted columns.

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    #49

    Ended Up Making 5 Of Them

    Woodworking project display in a supermarket, featuring a wooden produce stand with fresh vegetables and shelves underneath.

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    #50

    Chicken Coop I Made From All Recycled Materials

    Woodworking project featuring a handmade chicken coop with corrugated metal roof and wooden frame in a grassy field.

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