Woodworking used to be taught in school, but with the modernization of many industries, this skill became “unnecessary,” so it soon was phased out. This means that it could become a lost art if we are not careful. It has many benefits and is a transferable skill that can be used in many different fields of work. Plus, it’s just cool to stand back and look at that (inset piece of furniture here) and say, ‘man, I did that!’

So, if that is not enough to convince, we are going to breakdown some of the reasons why woodworking is just plain out cool! (If you are interested, you should check out Woodworkology. Woodworkology is a solid, go-to resource for woodworking tips).

Reasons Why Woodworking is Cool

You may say, ‘woodworking … cool? Yea right,’ but if you like to work with your hands and have a desire to let your creativity to shine, this skill could be a fun hobby to pick up. And who knows, maybe it could turn into more than a hobby. Not convinced yet? Here are some of the best reasons to dive into woodworking right now.

It’s Sorta Zen

You must really focus when you are in the process of making your wood creation. Otherwise mistakes can happen. So, it becomes a task that drives out all other thoughts and that means that you get a little respite from the normal worries of life.

Patience is a Virtue

If you have problems with patience, then woodworking will either be a great thing to help build that ability or be the worst thing ever; for the most part, it winds up being the first. You must be patient because if you rush you can mess it all up and then you will have to start all over. So, when woodworking, you will be building your patience.

You Need Focus?

As everything gets faster and faster, our attention spans have decreased and that is a shame. When you are using dangerous power tools and trying to craft a masterpiece, you will have to focus and that will not only build that patience we talked about, but your attention span, which could help you in other areas of your life as well.

You Make it What You Want

You can make your woodworking as intricate as you want; it is all in your hands. You can learn at your own pace and if you mess up, you can just start again. Taking control of your project can give you confidence and that can be used in many other parts of your life.

Everyone Needs a Handyperson

This skill is a transferable one. If you get good you can make it more than a hobby. Even if that is not the way you want to go, think about the money you and friends can save now that you know how to create and fix things. Plus, Christmas might be a lot cheaper and more personal with gift crafted by your own hands.

I Made That!

It may not be a masterpiece, but it was made by your own hands. You worked hard and you have a physical item that everyone can look at and appreciate, and that is something to be proud of.

It is Never the Same Project

You know how some tasks and hobbies begin to feel all the same? This eventually means that you may get tired of it and want to move on. With woodworking, it is never the same project. Even if it is another end table maybe it is a different wood? Maybe it has different dimensions? Maybe it has different detailing? There are a lot of things that can differ and that means that boredom is unlikely to set in.

Final Thoughts

There are many other benefits from making woodworking your new hobby. You may not make tons of money, but you will be able to build new skills, both physical and cognitive, that will begin to benefit you in other areas of your life. Plus, you get to make some cool stuff too! So at the end of the day, the reason why you should get into it now when it comes to woodworking is for all of the benefits we listed above as well as any others that you come up with on your own.