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Tedswoodworking Review 2026: Is This the Best Woodworking Resource?
Stop Wasting Time on Bad Plans
If you're a woodworker—whether beginner or seasoned pro—you know the frustration all too well. You find a plan that looks great online. Nice layout. Decent photos. You buy the lumber, clear your Saturday, and get started. Then around step 4 or 5, things go sideways. A measurement doesn't match the diagram. A step jumps from "cut the side panels" to "attach the face frame" with nothing in between. A materials list that's off by just enough to send you back to the lumber yard.And every time, the same thought creeps in: "Am I doing something wrong?"
The answer is almost always no. The plan is just incomplete. That's exactly the problem Tedswoodworking set out to solve—and after analyzing this massive collection, I can tell you it's a game-changer.
What Is Tedswoodworking?
Tedswoodworking is the world's largest database of woodworking plans—over 16,000 projects with step-by-step instructions, detailed blueprints, cutting lists, and materials lists. Created by master woodworker Ted McGrath, who has over 25 years of experience teaching hands-on workshop classes to over 4,000 students across the country.The collection started from a simple realization: most plans available online and in magazines are incomplete, poorly tested, and assume you're a master craftsman with access to expensive tools. Ted's solution? Build every plan first, then write the instructions.
Unlike other collections that are just digital file dumps, Tedswoodworking is organized, searchable, and every plan has been built and tested in a real workshop before publication.
Why Most Woodworking Plans Fail
The problem isn't you—it's the plans. Here's what Ted discovered after years of teaching:- Plans are not specific enough - They either lack steps, descriptions, or measurements
- Instructions assume you're experienced - They leave out vital information, expecting you to "fill in the blanks"
- Directions are too complex for beginners - They assume you have expensive tools and a large workshop
- Materials lists are incorrect - You end up wasting money on wrong wood, wrong materials, and wrong tools
- No assembly order - You're left wondering which step comes next
What You Get With Tedswoodworking
The Core Package
- Instant Access to all 16,000 projects with step-by-step details, plans, cutting/materials lists, and more
- Lifetime FREE Monthly Plans - new plans added every month with no recurring fees
- Custom Plan Request - need a specific project? Submit a request and Ted's team will draft it for you
- DWG & CAD Plan Viewer - professional software to edit and modify plans
- 150 Premium Woodworking Videos - hosted by master craftsmen covering joinery to advanced techniques
- How To Start A Woodworking Business Book - learn to make money selling your custom woodwork
- Complete Woodworking Guides - over 200 pages of tips with detailed drawings and diagrams
Project Categories
The library is massive and covers every possible project type:- Furniture - 2,650+ plans (tables, chairs, beds, cabinets, desks)
- Storage & Organization - 1,400+ plans (shelves, cabinets, garage storage)
- Outdoor & Garden - 2,150+ plans (decks, pergolas, planters, sheds)
- Buildings & Shelters - 1,700+ plans (playhouses, gazebos, greenhouses)
- Animal & Pet - 800+ plans (dog houses, chicken coops, bird feeders)
- Home Decor - 1,650+ plans (picture frames, wall art, decorative items)
- Kitchen & Dining - 1,250+ plans (tables, islands, cutting boards)
- Kids & Recreation - 1,100+ plans (toy boxes, dollhouses, swings)
- Workshop & Tools - 1,850+ plans (workbenches, jigs, tool storage)
- Specialty & More - 1,500+ plans (unique projects, gifts, novelties)
What Real Users Are Saying
"Best plan collection I've reviewed in 20 years of editing. Real cut lists, real dimensions, real assembly order. This is the one I recommend to readers who ask.""Already made my money back. Built two Adirondack chairs and sold them for $175 each. The whole package cost me $67. Do the math."
"I've only owned a saw for six months. Built a small bookshelf from one of the beginner plans. It's not perfect but it's standing and my wife loves it."
"Finally, plans I can actually follow. Color pictures, thorough descriptions, every step laid out. Way better than the Pinterest plans."
The 4 Exclusive Bonuses (Worth Over $749)
Bonus #1: DWG/CAD Plan Viewer ($47 Value)
A professional program that lets you edit, modify, or create your own woodworking plans. No need to pay for overpriced CAD solutions.Bonus #2: 150 Premium Woodworking Videos ($77 Value)
Lifetime membership access to over 150 premium woodworking videos hosted by veteran woodworkers. Covering everything from joinery basics to advanced techniques.Bonus #3: How To Start A Woodworking Business ($27 Value)
A step-by-step detailed plan for turning your shop time into real income. Learn marketing, pricing, licensing, accounting, and how to scale your business.Bonus #4: Complete Woodworking Guides ($39 Value)
Over 200 pages of solid, step-by-step advice with detailed drawings and photos. Everything from hand tools to dovetail joints.How Much Does It Cost?
| Option | Price | Monthly Fees |
| Standard Monthly | $39/month | Yes |
| This Special Lifetime Offer | $67 one-time | NO |
So Ted has begun transitioning to a $39/month membership to sustain the quality. But he hasn't fully closed the door on the original deal yet.
Right now, you can still lock in lifetime access at the original one-time price of $67. Once the math stops working, the one-time price goes away forever.
Why Tedswoodworking Is Different
Every Plan Is Built and Tested Before You Get It
Ted and his team of 12 full-time woodworkers do something no other plan provider does: they build every project before writing the instructions. If a step is confusing, they rewrite it. If a measurement is off by even a sixteenth of an inch, they catch it in their workshop—not yours.Skill Level Doesn't Matter
Whether you're picking up a saw for the first time or you've been building for 30 years, every plan is written to follow—not interpret. There's no guesswork involved.You Don't Need a Large Workshop or Expensive Tools
Got a garage and a table saw? That's enough. Got a full shop? There are plans that'll push it to its limit. Many of Ted's best pieces came from his original 7x8 foot workshop.The Cut Lists Are Accurate
Every plan includes a complete materials list with exact measurements. Buy exactly what's listed, and nothing more. No wasted lumber. No extra trips to the store.Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How do I get access to the plans?You'll get instant access to a members area—a fully searchable, organized library of all 16,000 plans. You pay once, that's it.
Q2: Is the members area organized?
Yes. Full search bar, category filters, and difficulty levels. Find the plan you want in seconds.
Q3: Are there a lot of beginner plans?
YES. Most plans are beginner-level, with intermediate and advanced plans available as well.
Q4: Can I sell the projects I make?
Absolutely. Many customers have turned their hobby into a profitable side business.
Q5: What if I need a plan that's not in the collection?
You can submit a custom request inside the members area. Ted's team will draft it, build it, test it, and deliver the finished plan to your library—at no extra cost.
Q6: What if I'm not satisfied?
60-day, 100% money-back guarantee. If you're not thrilled, get a full refund. No questions, no fine print.
Q7: How long do I have access?
LIFETIME access. Your membership never expires.