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For less than $100 dollars, which includes the 18" chainsaw, I was able to make a vertical chainsaw mill that I plan to use to make Christmas and birthday gifts this season.  My brothers let me have Ash and Cherry logs for free, so this was the perfect opportunity to try out an idea.  I didn't do much research, just started making the mill from things in my garage AKA Wing IT! If you want to make one of these and have some questions, feel free to email me at makingmakersdiy@gmail.com or hit me u

School starts soon and school desks are selling out everywhere as parents prepare to homeschool.  Why not save money and make your own! Here is an easy to follow DIY video I made especially for you.  Pair with the free plans and after watching you should be able to make this simple but modern desk for your classroom for less than $100.  I have made several for friends and neighbors and the great thing is you can cut the legs to any size desk you need

Have you ever thought of upcycling free wood logs from fallen trees in your area?  Learn how to make your own beautiful modern yet rustic end tables (aka cookies) in under 5 minutes!  My brothers ash tree was unfortunately diseased by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) and had to be taken down.  Creating end tables from a fallen tree has been a goal of mine for some time, so that is what I used.  

At long last, here is the modern farmhouse table video I have been talking about.  Next up will be the bench that I made to go with it, so stay tuned for that makers :)   If you want to make something like this, perhaps my plans will help...just head to https://www.making-makers.com and download for free.  

How to easily make your own hanging porch swing bed!!!  Designed around a crib mattress, this comfortable swing can really help you relax.  Free plans can be round on this website.  Also, I created an Amazon shopping list for this build, check it out https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2GPMB5MJ3ZN7N?ref_=wl_shareHere 

What better way to quarantine than to chill on a wonderful porch swing bed modeled around a twin mattress?  Check out how easy it is to make!

Part 2 of our end table series, this video explains how to make your own round end table!  If you want plans for this, send me a note or comment.  I post plans and links to all my videos on https://www.making-makers.com so check it out!

Let me know if you want measurements for this beautiful end table.  Made 100% from poplar which is so fun and easy to work with!  Enjoy the video, let me know your thoughts in the comments and please be sure to like and subscribe to the channel...every bit of support helps!

The finale of a 2-part series showing you how to easily make your own porch swing bed!!!  This video focuses on the measurements and materials used during the build which is detailed in part 1 plus fun behind the scenes footage to brighten your day.

Needed a team for this one, concrete is HEAVY!  This beautiful tabletop was definitely worth the effort, check out this youtube video tutorial.

Love the look of floating shelves, but prefer a more industrial look? Check out this video!

In this youtube video I will show you how to transform crappy pallet wood into an awesome shou sugi ban toy chest!!!

Walnut is great to work with, learn how to make a tabletop like this in under 5 minutes in this youtube video tutorial we made.

Have a seat...your entryway is now organized!!!  Watch this youtube video tutorial to see how you can make bench just like this!