Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone else, buying gifts for woodworkers (or asking for gifts for yourself) can be intimidating. Personal preference and budget are the two biggest obstacles to buying a gift for someone in this field. Use our holiday gift guide for some great suggestions for every price range. Who knows — maybe you’ll find something for yourself in here.
Under $50
MiteriX
Why we love it: The MiteriX makes it super fast and easy to find angles without doing any math. Whether you’re a DIY beginner or a professional carpenter, this tool will save you lots of time, energy, and wasted material.
Where to find it: The Home Depot, Woodcraft, Amazon
Clamps
Why we love them: Say it with us: you can never have enough clamps. If you’re a woodworker who’s not sure what you want for Christmas, or if you’re shopping for a woodworker and aren’t sure what to get them, clamps are the perfect go-to.
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Where to find them: Woodcraft, Acme Tools, Woodpeckers
RZ Mask Face Mask
Why we love it: One of the most important things you can do for yourself is wear the proper safety gear while woodworking. RZ Mask is known for creating affordable, high-quality masks that do a great job of filtering out dust and other particles to protect your lungs.
Where to find it: RZ Mask, Northern Tool, Ace Hardware
Diablo Circular Saw Blade
Why we love it: This is an excellent gift for anyone who is fairly new to woodworking, because beginners usually don’t start off with top-of-the-line tools. You can get a great 60-tooth blade from Diablo Tools that will reduce tear-out and give you excellent cuts. For more advice on choosing a circular saw blade, check out our blog.
Where to find it: The Home Depot, Tool Nut, Acme Tools, Northern Tool
Wall Control
Why we love it: Pegboard is a super easy way to organize your shop, and Wall Control’s metal pegboard is a standard in the woodworking world. Their systems are affordable and easy-to-use, and you’ll love the instant organization you get in the shop.
Where to find it: Wall Control, Lowe’s, The Home Depot, Amazon
Japanese Pull Saw
Why we love it: Our Product Manager calls his Japanese pull saw a “tried and true friend in [his] workshop.” This is a great saw for joinery work, especially dovetails and similar joinery, because it’s extremely easy to control.
Where to find it: Woodcraft, Rockler
Japanese Water Stones
Why we love it: Japanese water stones are a great basic item to have in your tool kit. They require almost no setup, unlike a sharpening machine — just soak them in water for several minutes before you use them. If you’ve never used Japanese water stones before, check out this blog post to learn why they’re one of the best tool sharpening options on the market.
Where to find it: Rockler, Woodcraft
Subscription to Fine Woodworking
Why we love it: Fine Woodworking is one of the top resources for woodworkers. This subscription provides access to years of articles, lots of digital project plans, and all the how-to videos you need to take your skills to the next level.
Where to find it: Fine Woodworking
$50 – $99
PM-1100 Custom Mobile Base
Why we love it: BORA’s Custom Mobile Base is the ideal combination of traditional mobile base and caster kit. Just add plywood in whatever shape and size you need, and you’re ready to mobilize your equipment! If you’re not sure what kind of mobile base you need, check out our shopping guide.
Where to find it: Amazon, Acme Tools, Woodcraft
Microjig GRR-Ripper
Why we love it: You can’t put a price on safety. Having a dedicated push stick or push block is a critical safety tool you can’t do without if you’re using large power tools. Keep your fingers safe — the longer they stay intact, the more projects you can build.
Where to find it: Tool Nut, Menards, Lowe’s, The Home Depot
ISOtunes Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Why we love it: Another great safety tool you should have in your shop, ISOtunes noise-cancelling headphones do a great job of protecting your ears from damage caused by long-term exposure to loud machines. You don’t even need to listen to music when you use them — just having them in your ears will do a world of good.
Where to find it: ISOtunes, Amazon, The Home Depot, Lowe’s
Sjobergs ¾” Bench Dogs
Why we love it: These heavy-duty bench dogs can withstand years of hard use — so this one-time investment will pay off for a long time. The plastic coating protects woodworking projects from dents, marking, or scratches, while the steel core ensures their longevity.
Where to find it: Acme Tools, US Tool Depot, Woodcraft
Branding Iron
Why we love it: One of the best parts of finishing a project is getting to show people what you’ve created. A branding iron allows makers to permanently leave their mark on pieces they’ve built. This is an especially great gift for anyone who sells their products.
Where to find it: Gearheart Industry
Makita Cordless Work Light
Why we love it: Woodworking experience aside, any homeowner should have an area light. Whether you’re working on the inside or outside of your house, having a dedicated light to shine on the space where you’re working will make it so much easier to complete the project.
Where to find it: Max Tool, Tool Nut, Acme Tools, Factory Authorized Outlet
Wagner Furno Heat Gun
Why we love it: What’s the best way to get bubbles out of your epoxy projects? A heat gun. This model from Wagner allows you to change the temperature in increments of 10 degrees so you can use it for a wide variety of projects and get the precise heat you need.
Where to find it: Do It Best, Menards, Ace Hardware
Carhartt Overalls
Why we love it: Having dedicated clothes for the shop is essential. These Carhartt overalls are purpose-built to withstand years of use and abuse in the shop — plus, they come with a variety of pockets so you never lose your pencils again.
Where to find it: Carhartt, Amazon
$100 – $200
CK6S + CK22T + Carry Bag Kit
Why we love it: The beauty of the Centipede work stand is that you can set it up anywhere you need it, and it collapses into a small, portable size when you’re finished working. This Centipede kit comes with the 2x4 Centipede, the Tabletop with dog holes, and the tabletop carrying bag so you can create a whole workstation in seconds wherever you are.
Where to find it: BORA Tool
5-pc NGX Deluxe Set
Why we love it: The NGX Clamp Edge cutting system is proof that you don’t need a track saw to get clean, accurate cuts. This 5-piece set includes a 50” straight edge, 50” straight edge extension, the proprietary NGX Saw Plate and non-chip strip, an extra non-chip strip for the extension, and a pair of Track Clamps.
Where to find it: Hartville Hardware, Acme Tools, Lowe’s, The Home Depot
29-Piece FISCH Brad Points Drill Bit Set
Why we love it: A set of drill bits from FISCH Tools is the ultimate upgrade in drill bits. The upfront investment now will result in years of use with simply occasional sharpening. Plus, this 29-piece set is designed to excel in hardwoods, softwoods, and laminated materials, so you can put them to work in almost any project.
Where to find it: Woodcraft
Sketchup Software
Why we love it: SketchUp is the premier maker tool for creating digital models of your projects. If one of your goals for 2022 is to sell your project plans online or build more complex projects, this is the ideal gift.
Where to find it: Sketup.com
Subscription to Squarespace
Why we love it: Squarespace is an intuitive and easy-to-use platform for developing your woodworking website. Whether you’re looking to improve your brand presence online or move off online maker retail platforms, Squarespace is a good option.
Where to find it: Squarespace.com
Benchtop Drill Press
Why we love it: Some drilling is best done with a drill press — and if you have a small shop, a benchtop drill press is the solution. This 8” Rikon drill press is the perfect size to sit on your workbench when you need it, and put back into a cabinet when the task is finished.
Where to find it: Rockler, Tool Nut, Acme Tools
Lighted Phone Tripod for filming
Why we love it: Good lighting is critical to taking great photos and videos, especially if you’re looking to monetize your social media channels. This lighted phone tripod from Amazon has a phone stand and a ring light so you can quickly and easily set up and film TikToks, Instagram Reels, and YouTube videos in your shop.
Where to find it: Amazon
Milwaukee Cordless Heated Jacket
Why we love it: If your shop doesn’t have heat or you work outside a lot, this heated jacket is the gift you didn’t know you needed. There’s no reason to let the cold winter months slow you down when you can easily bring the heat anywhere you go.
Where to find it: CPO Outlet, International Tool, Acme Tools
$200 – $300
FISCH Tools 16-pc Wave Cutter Set
Why we love it: Forstner bits are an essential tool, but it can be frustrating how often they need sharpening or replacing. The FISCH Tools 16-piece Wave Cutter set is well-known for its quality — by forging every bit that leaves their factory, FISCH produces higher-quality bits that perform faster, stay cooler, and require less sharpening than any other brand.
Where to find it: Woodcraft, Rockler, Woodpeckers, Highland Woodworking
PM-3800 High-Clearance Mobile Base
Why we love it: No other mobile base on the market is designed to smoothly roll over cracks, cords, and uneven terrain—all while supporting heavy-duty machines. The High-Clearance Mobile Base is the simplest way to ensure you have full mobility in your shop.
Where to find it: Northern Tool, Acme Tools, Highland Woodworking, The Home Depot
Chisel Set
Why we love it: If you’ve been working on your joinery skills this year, it may be time to upgrade your chisel set. This professional-grade Japanese chisel set is the perfect solution to help you cut the tightest, most precise joinery you’ve produced yet.
Where to find it: Woodcraft, Amazon, Walmart
Benchtop Jointer
Why we love it: If you’re working out of a small shop, a benchtop jointer like the WEN 6” model is the perfect size for you. It still allows you to work on a wide variety of projects, but it won’t take up too much space. This one power tool will be a great help in improving the quality of your projects.
Where to find it: WEN, Lowe’s, The Home Depot, Amazon
Portable Table Saw
Why we love it: A table saw is one of those tools every woodworker wants, but many just don’t have the space. A smaller portable one like this option from Ryobi is a great solution if you need to be able to move it around the shop.
Where to find it: The Home Depot
Ridgid Miter Saw
Why we love it: Every woodworker needs a good miter saw. If you’ve been using a 10” size or a cheaper brand, this Ridgid 12” miter saw is a great upgrade choice. It has lots of great features for smooth operation and precise cuts.
Where to find it: The Home Depot
Milwaukee Drywall Cutter
Why we love it: If you’re a contractor, you know that having heavy-duty tools that won’t break on you is critical to get the job done in a timely manner. The Milwaukee Drywall Cutter is a powerful option that will help
Where to find it: Ace Hardware, The Home Depot, Grainger, Tool Nut
Portable Wood Tool Chest
Why we love it: For someone who uses precision hand tools a lot, storing these tools is a big deal. The Gerstner International T-16 6-Drawer Portable Chest is the perfect solution. Its felt-lined drawers cushion each tool, while the Red Oak construction protects them from damaging moisture. This really is a gift of luxury for the fine woodworker.
Where to find it: Woodcraft, Rockler, Penn Tool Co.
Above $300
SJO Elite 2000 + Cabinet + Accessories
Why we love it: The Sjobergs Elite 2000 Workbench is the ultimate bench for any woodworker. Big, beefy, and heavy-duty, you’ll be able to build project after project on this bench and even pass it on to future generations of woodworkers. December is the best time to get one — when you buy the bench, you get the cabinet and accessories free!
Where to find it: Woodcraft, Rockler, Acme Tools
PM-6200 Router
Why we love it: Every shop needs a router, and what’s the sense in buying a router that delivers subpar performance? BORA’s new 3.25hp Soft-Start Router is the largest and most powerful router on the market, and it’s been called the “perfect replacement for the Porter-Cable 7518”.
Where to find it: Acme Tools, Woodcraft, Walmart
DeWalt Tabletop Planer
Why we love it: A tabletop planer is an ideal gift for anyone who’s graduated beyond simple DIY projects, especially if they’re looking to start their own small business selling their builds. The DeWalt is a heavy-duty version that will last you a long time.
Where to find it: Lowe’s, CPO Outlet, The Home Depot, Northern Tool
Dust Collection System
Why we love it: Part of shop safety is making sure you’re not filling your lungs with sawdust and shavings. Getting a dust collection system helps you create a cleaner, safer environment where you can breathe easier (literally and figuratively).
Where to find it: Highland Woodworking, Rockler, Woodcraft
PM-8000 Portacube Miter Saw Stand
Why we love it: The PM-8000 Portacube Miter Saw Stand is a real-life transformer. This 2-in-1 machines gives you both a dedicated miter saw stand and a portable workspace. Simply flip over the miter saw mount and open the wings, and you have up to a 7-foot surface area to work on!
Where to find it: Northern Tool, The Home Depot, Acme Tools, Woodcraft
Bandsaw
Why we love it: If you work on a lot of custom projects with irregular shapes, this is the ideal machine for you. Whether you’re getting your first bandsaw or upgrading the one you already have, the holiday season is a great time to find deals on the one you want.
Where to find it: Rockler, Acme Tools, Woodcraft
Lathe
Why we love it: As many woodworkers improve their skills, they often branch out into wood turning. After practicing with pen turning kits and smaller items on a tabletop lathe, it may be time to upgrade to a full freestanding lathe to fully explore your talents.
Where to find it: Highland Woodworking, Acme Tools, Woodcraft, Rockler
Dovetail Jig
Why we love it: Leigh dovetail jigs are well-known for helping woodworkers get flush, beautiful dovetails if they don’t have the time or skills to cut them by hand. This is a great investment for someone who wants to improve the quality of their builds but is still working their way up to all hand-cut joinery.
Where to find it: Leigh, Woodcraft, Highland Woodworking, Amazon
