Holiday project tools & jigs

[Quenchy]

When you jump into holiday projects whether it’s making decorations, fixing up gifts, or crafting something unique you quickly realize that having a custom tool or jig can really simplify things. Some people come up with smart clamps, while others create guides that help save time. What’s the most effective tool or jig you’ve crafted for your holiday projects, and how did it transform your workflow during the season?

 

[forgeandforget]

Built a small wooden clamp to hold ornaments when I paint them. Before, they'd roll all over. This little thing saved me a lot of trouble, seriously.

 

[hammeredbutproud]

I built a simple sanding tool for smoothing small gifts a while ago. Before, my edges were always uneven. Soon after making the tool, everything was cleaner and faster during the holidays.

 

[FireAndFury]

One winter, I struggled to drill centered holes for some candle holders. After messing some up, I built a quick drill guide using scrap wood. The project changed completely, every hole was straight and identical.