If you've ever wanted to build your own furniture, garden shed, or weekend woodworking project but didn't know where to start, you've probably run into the same problem most beginners do: finding clear, complete plans. TedsWoodworking is one of the longest-running woodworking plan products sold through ClickBank. In this review we look at what it is, what the official site says you get, who it suits, and where it falls short. We haven't built every plan in the library, so the details below come from the vendor's own website and ClickBank's marketplace data, and we say where something isn't stated.
What is TedsWoodworking?
TedsWoodworking is a large digital library of woodworking plans. The official site markets it as "over 16,000 plans" and groups projects into four broad areas: large furniture, small crafts, outdoor projects, and workshop projects. The examples shown include a bed frame, a small craft box, an outdoor chair, and a workshop table. It is a digital product, delivered through a members area where you download the plans, rather than a printed book.
What the official site says each plan includes
- Step-by-step instructions and what the site calls "blown-up schematics" and colorful diagrams.
- Templates and cutting/materials lists, although the site doesn't say that every one of the 16,000 plans includes all of these.
- New plans added monthly, which the site describes as "Lifetime Monthly Plans" you can download at no extra cost.
- Extras described on the homepage: woodworking tutorials and lessons, and "150 Premium Video Classes." We haven't evaluated these, so treat them as the vendor's description.
The homepage doesn't list the price or the guarantee terms. Those appear later in the checkout process. ClickBank's marketplace data puts the typical sale at around $66, and the order is processed by ClickBank, whose standard refund policy applies. Check the current price and refund terms on the order page before you buy.
Who is it best for?
It's aimed at hobbyists and DIYers who would rather follow a ready-made blueprint than design a project from scratch. If you have a basic set of tools and want a deep catalog of projects to work through, the volume is the main appeal. Beginners get the most from the diagrams and step-by-step layout, as long as they pick simple projects first.
It's a weaker fit if you already design your own pieces, only need one or two specific plans (buying single plans may be cheaper), or want a curated, professionally edited set of projects. A library this large naturally varies in depth and polish from plan to plan.
The good
- Huge volume of plans across furniture, crafts, outdoor, and workshop projects.
- Beginner-friendly format with schematics and step-by-step instructions.
- Ongoing additions: the site says new plans are added monthly.
- Long-established product that still sells strongly in ClickBank's marketplace (high gravity score).
- Sold through ClickBank, so ClickBank's standard refund process applies.
Things to keep in mind
- It's a digital download, not a physical book. You'll want a tablet, laptop, or printouts in the workshop.
- There are upsells presented after purchase, such as extra plan packs or software.
- Quality varies across such a large library. The value is in the breadth, so check a plan's diagrams and cut list before buying lumber.
- The homepage doesn't show price or guarantee terms up front. Read the order page carefully.
Get more from any set of plans
Plans tell you what to cut and assemble, but wood movement and finishing still trip up a lot of builders. These guides cover common problems:
- Why is my stain blotchy on pine? How to prevent and fix uneven stain on softwood.
- Why does wood warp after cutting? And how to prevent it.
- The best wood for outdoor furniture that won't rot.
- How to fix a loose wood glue joint.
The bottom line
TedsWoodworking is a reasonable pick if you want a large, affordable library of woodworking plans and you value variety and step-by-step guidance more than a small, curated collection. Pick a few simple projects to start, judge the plan quality for yourself, and use the refund process if it doesn't suit you. You can check current pricing and the full plan list on the official page below.
