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IN THIS GUIDE:
› UNIQUE TAPE MEASURE: FASTCAP
› SAFETY PICK: NOCRY SAFETY GLASSES
› DURABLE PENCIL: SWANSON NO-BREAK
› SANDING PICK: SANDING STICKS
Woodworkers like to buy large power tools themselves, which makes picking gifts for them difficult.
But stocking stuffers for woodworkers are easier to buy, and in this guide, we’ve selected a list of gifts that will fit any budget.
When choosing stocking stuffers, you’ll want to consider the following:
- Do they own it?
- Will they use it?
- Does it help with safety?
- And, of course, can it fit as a stocking stuffer, or is it a more significant gift they needed
In this guide, we’ll help you both figure out if they need it, and if they already have it is it something they need more of?
Lastly, woodworkers generally prefer to avoid the deals at the ends of the big-box stores. These tools are almost all unique wood brands you can’t find at a store.
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Stocking Stuffers for Woodworkers
#1. Easy to Read Lefty/Righty Fractional Tape
Stop counting lines
With this unique tape measure, you can both jot measurements on its side and use its handy fractional markings to guide your cuts.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Tape measure yes - this unique one? Low
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Beginners to Pros
Overview
If your woodworker struggles with fractions, is a lefty, or needs a place to write their measurements, this is a MUST BUY.
You can’t go wrong with this inexpensive tape measure when looking for a small woodworker gift or stocking stuffer. Featuring support for left- and right-handed woodworkers, fractions instead of lines, and a handy place to write measurements, you can give this gift to anyone.
How many tape measures does a woodworker own (or need to own)? Well, most have two or three. But this one is something you’ll find in a small box store, so buy confidently.
#2. Shop Apron to Keep Clothes Clean
Keep glue and stains off clothes
Woodworkers know that any good shirt or jeans attract permanently staining glue. Investing a few bucks in a quality apron will pay for itself.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Low (you'd know)
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Grilling
Overview
Do you have a woodworker that ruins every new shirt and pants with glue? Help them stop the clothing damage and invest in a woodworking apron to catch the mess.
Related Article: Best woodworking aprons for home and jobsite
#3. Unique Gift of a Japanese Saw
Unique flush cut saw
A lot of new-to-woodworking enthusiasts have yet to learn this saw exists. But once they own one, they find dozens of uses for projects of all sizes.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Low
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Conversation piece
Overview
Woodworkers own ALL saws, but few own a handy Japanese pull saw. These saws help make dovetails, flush-cutting dowels, and dozens of other tasks.
Putting aside its cool looks, this saw is a precision tool that will make fast work of flush cutting dowels, doing hand-cut dovetails, and more.
And, most DIY’ers won’t splurge on a Japanese saw, so it’s unlikely your woodworker will own it. But they will appreciate it.
#4. Starter Pocket Hole Wood Joining Kit
Fast and easy wood joinery
Joining wood is the most common task in woodworking, and pocket hole jigs are a popular way to make just about any project.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Possible for advanced woodworkers
- Best for? Beginning woodworkers
- Other uses? Furniture repair
Overview
Any aspiring woodworker starts with pocket holes for joining wood because it is simple and inexpensive to create projects with.
Every entry-level woodworker starts with a Kreg pocket hole jig.
Because this jig allows for connecting two pieces of wood in about any imaginable way, you’ll give a great start gift.
But, if you’re pondering a more significant gift, check out our guide to pocket hole jigs (the K5 is a GREAT significant woodworkers gift).
#5. Saker Miter Saw Protector Gift
Fast, accurate miter angle gauge
Even high-quality miter saws sometimes show you the EXACT angle – which is why serious woodworkers use a protractor to verify the blade’s tip.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Low
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? DIY projects
Overview
A miter saw is the one tool used in almost every woodworker’s garage.
And it is used for cutting almost every stick of wood that goes into a woodworking project. However, as easy as it is to use, the one area a miter saw doesn’t excel in telling you the precise angle of the blade.
The solution? This woodworker’s gift of a quality aluminum protractor will precisely show you the blade angle of the fence (compound cuts) or the miter saw table.
#6. Safety Push Blocks (Top Safety Gift)
Ten amputations a day…
Did you know there are over ten amputations daily on table saws? Help protect your woodworker’s fingers with various push blocks for their table, jointer, band saw, and more.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Maybe - check the garage
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Saws and jointers
Overview
With over ten amputations a day on power tools, a push block is a must-own for woodworkers.
I cringe whenever I see videos of DIY’ers putting their hand’s inches away from blades or joiner knives.
This is why woodworkers use a push block anytime their hand is within six inches of a blade. And as a stocking stuffer for woodworkers, this gift is inexpensive and will be perfect for a woodworker with essential tools like a joiner or bandsaw.
And, like most tools, there are full-blown gifts like the GRR-RIPPER table saw push block that offer advanced control while cutting wood.
#7. Wrist Organizer
Organize small bits and screws
From installing drawer slides and hinges to hanging cabinets, a wrist organizer keeps bits handy—and (yes, we do this) small screws out of your woodworker’s mouth.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Low
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? DIY and remodel projects
Overview
Stop losing drill bits and screws with a handy magnetized wristband to hold them in place.
Many woodworking projects require different size screws, switching from Phillip to Torx screw bits or keeping other small parts handy.
So rather than put a few screws on the bench in your mouth (it happens!), use this small woodworker’s gift to keep things organized. And slip off when not needed.
#8. Small Sandpaper Sticks Gift
Sanding Tight Crevices
Many woodworking projects have tight corners and crevices. With this unique sanding stick you’ll be able to reach anywhere for a perfect finish.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Very low
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Hobby and crafting
Overview
Sand into small crevices and corners with precision.
For a gift that fits into a traditional stocking, these sanding sticks are a great “didn’t know I could use it until I needed it” gift. Even if your woodworker does large projects, there are always a few nooks and crannies to sand.
#9. Stocking Stuffer for Eye Protection
Protect their eyes
From amputations to flying pieces of wood, woodworking is inherently a dangerous hobby. But using proper safety equipment will significantly reduce the odds of injury.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? High - but many pairs welcome
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Other hobbies, grass cutting, shooting ranges
Overview
Almost every woodworking task requires good safety glasses to prevent flying wood and nails from damaging eyes.
So, a theme of safety supplies. After hearing and fingers comes protection for your woodworker’s eyes with anti-fog safety glasses.
And these NoCry brand offer adjustable side and nose pieces to fit almost any face.
#10. Hearing Protectors for Woodworkers
Protect their hearing
Protect your woodworker’s hearing and help them not lose the small ear plugs with this simple banded hearing protector.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? High
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Mowing, cutting, shooting
Overview
Why does this make a great gift? Safety, of course, but these hearing protectors also offer:
- Band to prevent losing the earplugs
- 28dB NRR rating to cut higher decibel tool noise
#11. Unique But Useful Face Clamps
High force wood clamps
For anything from drawer slide jigs to clamping wood during assembly, a pair of face clamps is always welcomed.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Low - specialty clamp
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? DIY projects
Overview
Any woodworker will tell you that they can never have enough of a few tools.
And clamps fall into this category. So adding a face clamp or two from the top brand in face clamps (Kreg) and pocket hole jigs are a sure bet stocking stuffer for any woodworker.
#12. High Quality Marking Pencil
Stop breaking pencil leads…
For about the lowest cost stocking stuffer you can find – but will be appreciated regardless – this marking pencil solves one of the most vexing woodworking issues: a sharp pencil.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Pencils yes, this style, no
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Carpenters and contractors
Overview
Anyone who’s worked with wood knows that a sharp pencil is tough to keep. And sharpening the standard carpenter pencil is a HASSLE.
So, these flat-designed pencils with refillable leads will easily mark out lines in wood and make for a cheap stocking stuffer.
#13. High Quality Woodworkers Glue
Best Woodworking Glue
Any woodworker goes through glue. And lots of it. Giving the #1 brand in wood glue should always be welcomed.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Yes but more always needed
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Hobby
Overview
Most woodworkers will burn through a 32oz bottle of glue in a weekend. This makes this top-quality glue a solid stocking stuffer, as it is guaranteed to be something they need.
Titebond is the #1 brand in wood glue, and the Titebond Ultimate III offers waterproof flexibility for indoor and outdoor projects.
#14. Woodworking Scribe Gift
Improve finish cut quality
From drawing basic circles to scribing projects against the wall during installation, a scribe is an excellent addition to any woodworker’s toolbox.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Very low
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? Remodeling
Overview
This budget-friendly scribe is something most woodworkers don’t know about. But they need one for scribing trim, installing cabinet fillers, and many other precision jobs.
#15. Pipe Clamps Are Always Needed
Woodworkers need clamps…
Dozens of them. And are always willing to accept a few more into their collection – especially the always-needed pipe clamp.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? High - but more are always needed
- Best for? All woodworkers
Overview
As one of the must-have woodworking clamps, a pipe clamp is unique in that you can buy (and fit) a pair into a stocking-sized stuffer.
And since your woodworker will know what to do with them (buy a $10 piece of black pipe), they’ll appreciate a high-quality, professional-duty clamp like the Bessey’s listed here.
#16. Wood Chisels Make Great Gifts
Upgrade or replace
While I try to keep my chisels in good condition, they always seem nicked or covered in glue. A good quality set is always welcomed.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? High - but often damaged
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? DIY projects
Overview
Over the years, I’ve tended to abuse chisels just about more than any other tool. So, I buy inexpensive ones and replace them as they become damaged past easy sharpening and repair (like this set).
#17. Marking Tool Gift For Precision Uses
Unique marking tool
From marking centers on face frames to making outlines for cuts with a bandsaw or jigsaw this top branded Incra marking tool is a great gift.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? None
- Best for? Furniture and cabinet makers
- Other uses? DIY projects
Overview
Now and then, a woodworker will need to make precise layouts, and this Incra-branded marking rule is a great way to do so.
Featuring marking holes from 1/32″ and up in increments, precision layouts are quickly done.
#18. Screwdriver Bit Set
Replace lost bits
If I had a dollar for every driver bit I’ve misplaced, I’d have a lot of dollars. I always buy new bits and package sets to tell me how many I’ve lost!
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Likely - but more are always welcome
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? DIY and around the house
Overview
One thing in woodworking is common across all skill levels: you will lose your drill drivers.
Most woodworkers have all the standard Phillips and Square drive bits. Or, they are around somewhere in a drawer. Maybe.
By giving a stocking stuffer of wood screw-driving bits, you’ll replenish their supply and provide them with a stock of Torx-drive bits they might need.
#19. Woodworkers T-Shirt Stocking Stuffer
Funny but true…
You can go right with a t-shirt for your woodworker. And this shirt says it all regarding how some projects go.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? none
- Best for? All woodworkers
Overview
For a gift, you'll be sure they don't have to pick their size and offer a funny woodworking t-shirt. It's probably true...
While a professional woodworker might be offended, a novice or weekend warrior would probably appreciate this t-shirt.
#20. Screw Extractor To Remove Broken Screws
Rescue broken screws
From using drywall screws in hardwoods to accidentally over-torquing a cabinet screw eventually, woodworkers break heads. And need a tool to remove them.
Gift Guide
- Odds they own? Very low
- Best for? All woodworkers
- Other uses? DIY projects
Overview
Broken screws are a habit most pocket hole joinery woodworkers fight, which makes these screw extractors a must-have.
If you’ve seen that casual woodworkers use a type of wood joinery called a “pocket hole,” you might be surprised to know that means assembling with screws.
And, when screws are used in anything other than softwood, they do one thing: break.
So, a quality (but stocking stuffer-sized) gift of a screw extractor is an excellent option.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best type of gifts for a woodworker?
One of the best gifts for a woodworker is safety equipment, clamps, and unique measuring or marking tools they always need more. Or that they may not own and need for safety purposes.
How do I know if a woodworker has a gift I want to buy?
Using this guide, you can quickly look through their workshop, toolboxes, and storage areas to see if they have the gifts you are thinking of giving.
Do woodworkers really like woodworking aprons?
Most woodworkers do prefer a woodworking apron! Not only does it protect clothes from stains, but an apron also provides excellent storage for tools and phones.
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Eric has been a professional woodworker for over thirty years and has worked in small cabinet shops making everything from kitchen cabinets to hand-made furniture. Now working from a home woodworking shop Eric is sharing his passion for woodworking, tool advice and how-to knowledge from his Minnesota-based woodshop.
