You don’t need a giant shop, formal training, or tons of free time to build the useful, attractive pieces in this special issue. All you need are basic woodworking tools and skills. These pages will take care of the inspiration and the basic plans. Whether you’re making a box, bench, bookcase, lamp, wall shelf, chest, or something else, these approachable projects are designed to last a lifetime and look good in almost any room of your home. They also reflect a wide variety of furniture-making styles and traditions, including Shaker, Arts and Crafts, Chippendale, and contemporary.