Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who is passionate about DIY woodworking and furniture making, I have some gift ideas that will surely ignite his creativity and enhance his skills:

1. Woodworking Tools: A great addition to his woodworking toolbox would be high-quality tools such as a set of chisels, a Japanese hand saw, or a versatile router kit. Investing in good tools can make a significant difference in the quality of his work.

2. Woodworking Books: Books are a fantastic resource for learning and inspiration. Look for books that cater specifically to furniture making, joinery techniques, or specialized woodworking projects that align with his interests. Some popular options include "The Complete Book of Woodworking" by Tom Carpenter or "The Joint Book: The Complete Guide to Wood Joinery" by Terrie Noll.

3. Woodworking Classes or Workshops: To enhance his skills and provide him with hands-on experience, consider enrolling him in a woodworking class or workshop. These can be found at local community colleges, trade schools, or specialized woodworking studios. This not only allows him to learn new techniques but also provides a supportive community of fellow woodworkers.

4. Exotic Wood Selections: Help him take his projects to the next level by gifting him a selection of exotic wood species. Look for unique and visually appealing wood types such as zebrawood, padauk, or purpleheart. These specialty woods will inspire him to create beautiful and one-of-a-kind pieces.

5. Woodworking Magazine Subscription: Consider gifting a subscription to a popular woodworking magazine like Fine Woodworking or Popular Woodworking. These magazines provide project plans, tool reviews, and expert tips and techniques, which will keep your son motivated and informed all year round.

6. Personalized Workshop Sign or Apron: Customize a workshop sign or an apron with his name or a witty woodworking quote. This simple yet thoughtful gift will add a personal touch to his workspace and show your support for his craft.

7. Workshop Organization Equipment: Help him keep his workspace neat and organized with storage solutions like wall-mounted tool racks, pegboards, or stackable storage bins. This will not only save him time searching for tools but also significantly improve his workflow.

8. Woodworking Magazine Binders or Digital Storage: If your son enjoys collecting woodworking magazines, consider gifting him binders to store and organize his collection. Alternatively, provide him with digital storage options such as a hard drive or cloud storage subscription to preserve online woodworking resources.

Remember to choose a gift based on your son's preferences and the level of woodworking experience he has. Each of these gifts will not only deepen his love for woodworking but also help him refine his skills and create beautiful furniture pieces for years to come.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”