Before technology took over, people used to make everything they needed with their bare hands. Wood was one of the materials that humans harnessed early on to produce weapons, shelters, and furniture. Nowadays, various machines have overtaken this process to meet the high demand quickly. However, there are still some people who do woodworking projects as a hobby to clear their heads after a long day or week.
Today we’re shining a light on their amazing works, with a whole list of them from the ‘Woodworking’ subreddit. Scroll down to find them, and make sure to upvote the ones that definitely deserve more appreciation.
While you're at it, don't forget to check out a conversation with Madhu Das, founder, and CEO at YeaWeBuiltThat, who kindly agreed to tell us more about woodworking and how they got into it.
#1 Plank! Honestly My Finest Work Yet. I Can't Stop Giggling At This Stupid Thing
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#2 My New Wooden Monstera Sculpture
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#3 Hello I'm From Bangladesh It's My Work Hand Carved Decorative Panel For Door
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YeaWeBuiltThat, founded by Madhu Das, aspires to make the woodworking community more inclusive, supportive, and empowering for LGBTQ+ woodworkers, ensuring that every voice and hand is recognized in their community.
Being a small family business, they deeply care about making sustainable pieces that are equally as practical and beautiful so people feel proud to showcase them in their homes. Their work is perfectly summarized in their motto: Functional. Handmade. Always Unique.
Madhu tells Bored Panda that she was inspired to pursue woodworking as a career by a combination of the unshakable need to create and the huge milestone of owning their first home.
"What began as interior and outdoor projects soon evolved into an obsession with craft, leading me to study the meticulous techniques of Nordic, Japanese, and Chinese woodworking. My admiration for Ming dynasty furniture, a cornerstone of Western craftsmanship, further fueled my journey."
#4 Finally Carved A Psyduck!
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#5 Have A Little More Sunshine In Your Day! Made Mostly From Reclaimed Barnwood
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#6 Wooden Boombox Present For My Brother
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"I left a thriving career in business development within the tech industry to fully embrace this path, trading algorithms and boardrooms for chisels and joinery," they shared.
"My goal is to incorporate more traditional joinery techniques, rely heavily on hand tools, and craft artful yet functional pieces—without harming the planet. I recognize that making such a leap isn’t possible for everyone, but the determination to reshape your life is key. For me, stepping away from corporate success to pursue something tangible, meaningful, and enduring has been the most rewarding decision I’ve ever made."
#7 A Doberman, Made Entirely From Unstained Wood
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#8 Some Wings I Made Out Of Pine
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#9 Me, A 15 Year Old, Just Made This Bad Boy:)
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Madhu believes that essential skills to pursue woodworking are some knowledge of different woods, math, and familiarity with hand and power tools.
"First, understanding different types of wood, their properties, and how they respond to environmental factors is essential. This knowledge helps in selecting the right material for each project," they explained.
#10 Second Floor Is Completed
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#11 Cypress Wood And Stained Glass Bookends I Made With My Mom
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#12 Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired Lamp
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"Second, a basic grasp of math is important, particularly measurements, angles, and proportions. Fortunately, this is a skill that improves with practice, so you don’t need to be a math expert to get started. Finally, familiarity with both hand tools and power tools—such as saws, drills, and chisels—will help you tackle your first projects with confidence. As you progress, your skills will naturally expand, making each project more refined and rewarding."
#13 Last Of The Gifts Are Done
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#14 Airplane Shelf For My Son
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#15 My Most Recent Creation. Live Edge Guitar From Wood I Milled And Dried Myself!
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The woodworking projects that Madhu enjoys tackling the most are end grain cutting boards. "There’s always an element of surprise—every time you flip the wood, a unique pattern emerges. It’s a process that never gets old. Beyond that, I enjoy crafting functional home items like side tables and plant stands. I also create furniture that leans more toward art than function, and those pieces bring me just as much joy."
#16 My First Time Building Bunk Beds
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#17 A Birdhouse I Made A Few Months Ago
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#18 Momma Bear And Three Cubs
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One of their most challenging projects was a seven-foot coffee table made from salvaged red oak. "The wood came from someone’s yard, and the entire process—from drying the piece for two years to flattening it—was a true test of patience and skill. But in the end, it was incredibly rewarding."
#19 My Almost 3 Year Old Daughter Asked For Her Own Toy Cutting Board. So I Had To Make Her Something Special
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#20 Made This Portrait Of A Sweet Pup, Without Any Stain, Paint, Or Dye
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#21 Basket Weave End Grain
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Of course, we couldn't let Madhu go without asking for some advice for those who might be interested in dabbling in woodworking. "Based on your interests and needs, a great place to start would be with simple projects like boxes, edge grain cutting boards, or face grain serving boards," they suggested.
"These will allow you to focus on the entire process—from milling and gluing to clamping, sanding, and finishing—while building a solid foundation in woodworking. My first project was a kitchen helper for my son, so my advice is to start with something you feel confident tackling and use it as an opportunity to refine those five key stages."
#22 Built A A Latern For My Girlfriend For Christmas
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#23 Update: Finished My First Scroll Saw Project
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#24 I Carved A Shark
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Most importantly, they recommended being patient, staying curious, and not giving up. "It’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking you need every tool out there to move forward. But I’d challenge you to get creative—find ways to work with what you have, problem-solve, and develop new skills along the way. That’s where true growth happens."
#25 Chef Knife Handle
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#26 Kumiko - Fireworks Over Mount Fuji
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#27 Long Time Lurker, First Time Poster
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#28 Mirror Frame Inspired By Lotr. I Love It!
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#29 Practicing My Joints: Rounded Japanese Dovetail
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#30 I Made A Credenza-Sideboard-Cabinet-Thing. Anyway, It's Made From Cherry And It Stores Dog Stuff
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#31 I Made A Decorative Wall Cabinet With A Pierced Carving
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#32 I Cut The Darkest Oak I Have Ever Seen. It’s Because Of A Fungus. In German It’s Called „leberreischling“
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#33 I Made Me Some Rocking Chairs From My Lumber Stash
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#34 Cherry Desk
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#35 What Would You Charge For This?
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#36 Almost Everything About This Toolbox Is Unnecessary And I’m Very Pleased With It
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#37 Some Wands I Made This Week
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#38 Dad Loved His Present. Here He Is In His Little Workshop With A Cot He’s Made For My Granddaughter
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#39 Book Matched!
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#40 I Built Some Lamps As Christmas Presents From Old Glas Bricks
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#41 Finished Shelf
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#42 Walking Cane For My Dad
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#43 Looks Like Crap, But I Am Proud!
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#44 Rate My Chair
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#45 Something My Dad Made. Scrollsaw And Drill. He's 97
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#46 Humble First Post - Walnut And Rattan Cabinet
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#47 Not A Coffee Table
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#48 Made A Bed Out Of 6x6 Beams And A Pergola Bracket Kit
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#49 Made A Bag As My Final Project In High School And I Just Love It!
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#50 Came Up With A Screwdriver Rack Design That Saves Horizontal Wall Space
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