1. Photo Transfer To Wood

Transferring Photos To Wood: 7 Helpful DIY Projects - The Photo Argus


Transfer a photo to wood with these 4 easy steps! And it’s a super budget-friendly DIY gift idea, too! Use a free printable or your favorite photo for a fun twist on decorating with printed images. First on our list is this super easy wooden keepsake. Using our 18 piece precision hobby knife set makes this DIY even easier. You can easily cut your image to the perfect shape needed to fit the canvas!

2. Picture Frame

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Make a picture-perfect gift for the art lovers in your life. Custom picture frames can sometimes run you anywhere from $200-400 when made of nice wood. But with this amazing General Tools DIY gift idea and the use of our Digital angle finder and pocket hole jig you have all the steps you need to make the perfect gift.

3. Squirrel Feeder Picnic Table

One of our top favorite DIY Quarantine Trends for 2020 makes the perfect gift idea for an animal-loving family member or friend this holiday season. Who wouldn't just adore looking out their window and seeing a squirrel sitting on one of these perched against a fence or tree nearby. Put your General Tools 12 piece screwdriver set to good use with this adorable DIY gift idea.

4. Chess Board

Calling all #QueensGambit and chess fans! If you're looking for a fun and easy woodworking project, try this simple chessboard. It makes a great DIY gift idea, and anyone with basic woodworking skills can build it.

4. Engrave Personalized Gifts

RUUSK Hand engraved Classic Gold Signet ring

This is a more advanced DIY gift idea for those with a steady hand and a creative mind. We made it a little easier with our 10 TIPS TO USING AN ENGRAVING TOOL LIKE A PRO. With the use of our Cordless Precision Engraver, you can easily personalize any gift from metal, glass, ceramic, and plastics.

5. Rustic Shelf

Need a quick, distinctive display shelf gift idea? Make this tree branch shelf from all-natural materials. Just cut the supports from branches, screw on a shelf using our 12 piece screwdriver set, attach it to the wall and you're done!

6. Wine Rack

DIY Wine Rack

Do you have a wine lover in your life? This DIY gift idea is so thoughtful and useful, with a project time of about two hours. Your gift will be something they can use for years to come. I think this calls for a glass of wine!

7. Laptop Stand

Using our pocket hole jig and our General Tool Drill Bit set this gift idea is a must-have for family members and friends who work from home! This stand uses an oak top with faux metal legs.  That said, you could choose whatever species of wood or finish that you want to make it your own!

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