(All Feature Articles)

Wood for the Holiday Gift Sale
Wood. The Holiday Gift Sale needs a lot of it! Thankfully we have a partner in Lumbercycle who helps supply our never ending need.

Ugoretz: Steel for Woodworking
In our woodworking tools, the steel we use and how it's been treated make a big difference.

Toy: Circle Animal Puzzle
The plans for building a Circle Animal Puzzle, a chapter from our book entitled “Constructing Wooden Toys”.

Toymaker Don Riley – master of the animated music box
Don's wooden toys are brought to life with LEDs, lighting systems, motor circuits and more. For 30+ years he's been building animated wonders of joy.

Jim Strawn: Super Volunteer
Dedicated Super Volunteer Jim Strawn brings joy through woodworking and community outreach at SDFWA.

Ed Gladney, Design in Wood
After his 26-year involvement with SDFWA’s Design in Wood competition at the San Diego County Fair, Ed Gladney is stepping down.

Marines Help Design in Wood
A 300-strong Marine contingent help set up Design in Wood and other exhibitions at the San Diego County Fair.

Holiday Gift Sale Update
Our greatest community and fundraising effort is in full swing. Learn more and get involved!

Big Table Built in a Small Space
Catherine and Brian went the extra mile to get their 62″ river table built in a two bedroom condo using a little ingenuity.