Wife wanted a sliding barn door which I thought I could make better cheaper and faster. All lies. $600 and 2.5 years later...1wk ⋅ meep_celebrate ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Wayfair wanted $150 for a raised Planter box, I really showed them by building this for about $1754yr ⋅ Bow4864 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I put a useless, non-protective finish on my coffee table and now I ask my wife not to put her coffee on it, even with a coaster.4yr ⋅ papa_higgins ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Painful truth: Woodworking is just a side project for my real hobby, shopping for lumber and tools on craigslist.2yr ⋅ Archer_37 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
P.O.V. you've never owned a set of proper woodworking chisels like these. Enough practice for today...1yr ⋅ schizoduckie ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I keep this monstrosity tucked away so no one sees it, but the cat loves it and it saved me a few bucks.3yr ⋅ Spicychickentender ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Didn't want to spend 100 USD for a lounge chair so i spent 300 dollars on tools to make my own from free pallet wood3yr ⋅ czeslavo ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Wife wanted a sliding barn door, which I thought I could make better, cheaper, and faster. All lies. $600 and 2.5 years later...4yr ⋅ VonnWillebrand ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
When you buy a magnet for your chuck key and then realize there’s a clip there already2yr ⋅ hold-on-magnolia ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
The first time you change the bit on your new Domino, don’t forget to change the cutting depth too...1yr ⋅ Pointy_caboose ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I convinced my fiance to let me spend thousands of dollars on tools/machinery to build her a table...3yr ⋅ nobullshtbasics ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Two days ago I finished the benches to go with the dining room table...that I built 6 months ago4yr ⋅ throwmeaway262 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Yes, I measured thrice. Yes, I still cut it too short. No, I didn't want to buy new wood.1yr ⋅ best_name_yet ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Wife wanted me to build an indoor firewood holder, she still don't know this is one of our drawers with the front cut off.3yr ⋅ olddog_br ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
After months of me saying yeah I promise I'll get to it soon, my wife finally got the wooden spice rack she asked for.....from Goodwill2yr ⋅ Rywogadog ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Chess board I made about a year ago. Thought something looked off until someone pointed it out.1yr ⋅ MrDrummer1 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Dutch tool chest. It will be very interesting to open the slanted lid2yr ⋅ Chiefguy1985 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
My construction lumber workbench I said I would make a year ago is really coming together.3yr ⋅ Mostly_Books ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
My wife walked in the door yesterday and was excited to see me doing dishes. I don’t think this is what she had in mind.3yr ⋅ ColonialSand-ers ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Building a work bench base thinking the top is 48” but it’s only 44”2yr ⋅ hold-on-magnolia ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
These drawers are supposed to fit CDs. I screwed up the dimensions building the cabinet, but still thought there was *just* enough space in the drawers so I glued everything together. So close.1yr ⋅ StoicWalnut ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I thought you “stained” wood the same way you might paint it.....guess not 😂2yr ⋅ RulingFieldConfirmed ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Bedside tables at the store for $200, but I made mine at home for $300. Bargain4yr ⋅ sir_ellsworth ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
My wife's Christmas present was new nightstands... Here's mine. Hers is still in the garage.4yr ⋅ sassyfrog ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I wanted a desk but $200 desks were too expensive. So $300 in wood and supplies later I have a desk. I tell myself I came out on top because I have enough materials to for a nightstand. Bonus confession I sanded before the finish had dried, so now I say I gave the desk a distressed look.3yr ⋅ qup40 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Ignoring the 4 different drawer widths. Does anyone else not have fractions figured out yet?11mo ⋅ iamslumlord ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Treadmill sander. Every woodworkers fantasy/nightmare at once3yr ⋅ TomCruisesZombie ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Bad news: Banging out a quick drawer is gonna take longer. Good news: I get even more much needed dovetail practice1yr ⋅ Romeo9594 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
On today’s lesson: when making a frame, four corners equals eight screws1yr ⋅ sepulveda16 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Signs that your hobby is out of control.... i’ll start this of. I went out to the garage to take the sunday steak out of the freezer....came back an hour later with no steak but having built me a new sandpaper organizer...wife not happy3yr ⋅ NakedInTheHail ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Making a set of drawers. I thought the dovetails were coming along nicely...3yr ⋅ Important_Fruit ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
7 weeks out from my biggest wood working oopsie, I'll never play guitar again11mo ⋅ PaddyMaxson ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
My wife wanted a sandox for the kids last year in the early fall, so she ordered the lumber from the plans that day. Started it about a week ago, finished yesterday to a lukewarm reception.3yr ⋅ macnolock ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Safety Glasses, Check. Dust mask, Check. Sacrificial offering to the belt sander, Check.2yr ⋅ LiviRose101 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
My 1st year woodworking. My 35th year using the imperial system.1yr ⋅ hksteve ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I cut the miter on the wrong side of the board. The dado is supposed to be on the inside...1yr ⋅ Chasuwa ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I can’t be the only one with a Grr-Ripper that’s got a speed bevel.1yr ⋅ slonermike ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
When you accidentally plane a piece of wood with a hidden screw that you notice several passes later1yr ⋅ MrDrummer1 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Didn't check blade depth. New circular saw blade ruined, and a permanent reminder in my tablesaw top.3yr ⋅ d4rkstryder ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I bought a used Sawstop and in my excitement to clean/oil I forgot the power cord was wrapped around the motor1yr ⋅ Pr1zonMike ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I learned an important lesson in checking your blade path before cutting3yr ⋅ tiggerthompson ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Working on a wood ring, accidentally CA glued my fingers to it and ripped off my own fingerprints.3yr ⋅ eehttofu ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
OK tell the truth, what is the most number of times you misjudged the amount of wood you need for a project, and had to go get more? More than 3?1yr ⋅ bc6619 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I was hoping I’d never have to contribute. Unfortunately I was wrong.2yr ⋅ Labtechmoncton ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Measure twice, finish entire desk top once (literally forgot an entire board)3yr ⋅ dadmakefire ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
You might spend too much on a hobby when your hardwood supplier gives you a free beanie with your order...3yr ⋅ Archer_37 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
But who hasn’t cut out the non scribble pieces at least twice... maybe thrice...2yr ⋅ pete_zaroll_luver69 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I started this English style garden bench about 25 years ago. It was hard. I put it aside. During lockdown, my wife suggested I might finish it. Yay!4yr ⋅ TheRealMcHugh ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Learning everyday, today I learned this is the back of the desk1yr ⋅ BoltingKaren ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
This is how I left a client’s unfinished garden bed project over the long weekend... I swear those aren’t graves 💩3yr ⋅ no1krampus ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Look out Rob Cosman, there's a new dovetail master in town2yr ⋅ LittleJohnStone ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Made this for my wife a week ago. She saw one earlier this year for $35 with cheap wood. $50 later with a piece of black walnut and varnish, this is the result...4yr ⋅ Trentertained ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
When you laugh at a post about a backwards table saw blade and you wonder why it's taking forever to cut.3yr ⋅ walker2177 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I forgot to account for the width of the rails when I cut the stiles for this mirror frame...2yr ⋅ sloppyblowjobs69 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I think this falls generally under the measure twice rule...2yr ⋅ arcanepsyche ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
This reminds me of when I make a mistake and have to ask my dad how to fix it.3yr ⋅ Ishmael128 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Pro tip: lock your adjustable circle jig in place or you may get a spiral, whether your project needs it or not.3yr ⋅ hadmadsuperdad ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Moved my dust collector into the attic. Apparently didn’t plan my first drop well enough...1yr ⋅ foresight310 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
What’s the point of milling everything perfectly to then screw up the glue up. I guess I should have used cauls or something?1yr ⋅ dunafrank ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Woodworking is a breeze until you realize you've a 60 page manual for... a pushblock...2yr ⋅ OneOfAFortunateFew ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Like to start your day with coffee or tea? Just forget to bring your work piece in from your outdoor shop and the next morning you'll have a nice big cup waiting for you!1yr ⋅ VagabondVivant ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I made this shoe shelf. Turns out most of the shoes fall out the bottom.3yr ⋅ loorinm ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Little short? No problem I’ll just patch it up and then split it anyways.3yr ⋅ tummysauce ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I have used this saw and folding table for over 10 years, I just realized I could purchase stands... 😅1yr ⋅ SummerOfGeorgeSeven ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
I'm an idiot. I pushed the screws through this tabletop when installing the legs. This is store purchased, so I'm hesitant to fill or sand at all because I won't be able to match the finish easily. Ideas on fixing?1yr ⋅ arcadian_crow ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Refurbishing dining room table... Turned out not to be woodworking at all. Now what?1yr ⋅ nonmerciimgood ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
When its the last piece of the job and you cut it wrong the first time...luckily this one is hidden in a closet.3yr ⋅ Iforgotwhatimdoing ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
When you use a $1500 tool to do a $.10 job and still mess it up.3yr ⋅ BuckeyeSouth ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Me: “$30 is way too expensive for a dog gate.” $70 later, we have this:3yr ⋅ SneezingAtClimax ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
When someone asks for a fast and cheap desk, show them this3yr ⋅ unmicsiunmujdei ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
First time I tried cutting a bevel on this saw, I didn’t realize you had to move the fence out of the way1yr ⋅ catch10110 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Was looking for this fallen mechanism piece for longer than it would have taken me to make a new one until I finally felt something in my “adequate workshop footwear”...3yr ⋅ simas1014 ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Rather than buy a plastic one for pocket change, I spent a lot of time and effort making a kazoo from wenge and padauk so I could annoy every living creature in my vicinity3yr ⋅ thelivinlegend ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
Turns out 12mm plywood isn't quite strong enough to be on a roof rack by itself2yr ⋅ toptierfandan ⋅ r/WoodworkConfessions
