Although we haven’t been writing many woodworking posts, Joshua loves woodworking and has built many furniture pieces before our lives got insanely busy. I (Dejene) on the other hand, can make the basics but still find myself needing a hand when when I’m in the shop.
Our goal is to create a library of our own woodworking builds and plans on Hammer and Handsaw one day (we did create this Farmhouse Entryway Bench Plan, if you haven’t downloaded your own copy already).
Until then, we thought it would be helpful to curate a huge list of websites with FREE woodworking project plans. Be sure to bookmark this page to reference whenever you get inspired to build something new!
1. Ana White
Website: Ana White
The self-proclaimed pioneer for free woodworking plans since 2009, Ana White is a go-to destination for DIY enthusiasts. Ana White has plenty of beginner-friendly furniture plans, ranging from farmhouse tables to various bookshelves.
2. Instructables
Website: Instructables
Instructables is a perfect website for those who love step-by-step instructions. This site is filled with user-generated content covering various DIY projects and woodworking plans.
3. Family Handyman
Website: Family Handyman
Family Handyman is another well-known resource for a wide range of DIY home improvement projects but also has an extensive collection of free woodworking plans for endless inspiration.
4. FreeWW
Website: FreeWW
This website says there are thousands of furniture plans and projects listed in their many, many categories. It’s basically a collection of all of the free plans on the internet. With this many options, you will at least find something that will peak your interest!
5. Kreg
Website: Kreg
Kreg is known for their pocket-hole jigs, but on their website, they feature many free wood plans with tutorials and other helpful guides so you can practice your pocket-hole technique.
6. Popular Woodworking
Website: Popular Woodworking
Popular Woodworking hosts a mix of free plans and informative articles ranging from furniture, tools and accessories. There’s something for every woodworking enthusiast but to access it, you’ll have to sign up for free account or their newsletter in order to access all of their content.
7. Bear Mountain Builds
Website: Bear Mountain Builds
Bear Mountain Builds is not only has a great selection of wood plans, but there is also a corresponding YouTube Channel with video tutorials for the plans as well, which is perfect for visual learners.
8. DIY Pete
Website: DIY Pete
DIY Pete provides easy-to-follow project plans, often accompanied by video tutorials. Whether you’re a visual learner or prefer written instructions, DIY Pete has you covered, you just may have to filter through a bit to find the no cost wood plans.
9. Shanty 2 Chic
Website: Shanty 2 Chic
Shanty 2 Chic website has a good selection of free woodworking plans in the “farmhouse” style. If you are looking for stylish furniture builds in the farmhouse aesthetic, then this is the place for you.
10. The Design Confidential
Website: The Design Confidential
The Design Confidential is another great place to find various types of woodworking plans. These are embedded within the website and not downloadable PDFs like several others. Rayan also posts stories and features of woodworking builds if you’d like to follow along on her journey.
11. The Spruce Crafts
Website: The Spruce Crafts – Woodworking
You probably are already familiar with The Spruce, but among the many topics covered are a collection of free woodworking plans, ranging from small crafts to furniture. There are also very helpful articles and tutorials for beginners as well.
12. Woodsmith Plans
Website: Woodsmith Plans
The free woodworking plans on Woodsmith Plans come from the pages of Woodsmith, Shopnotes, and Workbench magazines and range from sanding blocks, storage solutions and sawhorses. If you’re looking for furniture, they are listed under the paid premium builds section.
13. Shade of Blue Interiors
Website: Shade of Blue Interiors
Shade of Blue Interiors is a home decor, DIY and interior design blog but if you do a quick search, you’ll find some really nice free wood plans for download. In fact, our entryway console table was inspired by this Modern Farmhouse Buffet that we are working on right now (stay tuned for the final reveal!)
14. Wood Magazine
Website: Wood Magazine
Wood Magazine has a section of woodworking plans for cabinets, desks, bookshelves, tables and more. These plans seem to have a more traditional style than others on this list.
15. Woodworkers Guild of America
Website: Woodworkers Guild of America
Woodworkers Guild of America has been creating instructional video content for woodworkers since 2008. Now, you’ll have a search and filter a little to find the free content on Woodworkers Guild of America’s website, but they have several visual tutorials if you prefer this format over PDFs.
16. WoodArchivist
Website: WoodArchivist
As the name suggests, this website hosts all free woodworking plans from older publications. If you are into vintage and traditional builds, be sure to check this one out.
17. Woodworker’s Journal
Website: Woodworker’s Journal
Woodworker’s Journal offers a few plans directly on their website and otherwise you are redirected to Rockler for the rest of their offerings. For even more free plans, you can sign up to the Woodworker’s Journal eZine.
18. Wilker Do’s
Website: Wilker Do’s
Wilker Do’s has free, trendy DIY plans that are easy to download. I thought the Walking Kangaroo build was particularly cool!
19. Rockler
Website: Rockler
These free plans are instantly available once you click on it and includes many pictures in the step-by-step instructions. And if you have questions, you can give Rockler a call.
20. More Like Home
Website: More Like Home
More Like Home has easy to follow DIY projects that are mostly accessible directly on the website instead of as a downloadable PDF.
Hopefully one or more of these woodworking websites on our roundup will match your skill level and interests. Be sure to bookmark this page or your favorite from this list to have ready the next time your are ready to build something new.
If you are looking to jump into a DIY project of your own, try our farmhouse bench plan if you haven’t already and let us know how it turns out by tagging us @hammerandhandsaw on Pinterest, Instagram and/or TikTok!
