A Shop Made Bowsaw
Want to make your own bowsaw? Here's Bugbear's 'almost famous' information, plans and links on how to build one of these tools! It's a must-have, and a must-build, for every shop.

Shop Made Tools
An excellent collection of tutorials for making shop made tools from Derek Cohen in Australia. Includes a marking and cutting gauge, a knife for marking dovetails and more!

Turning A Heirloom Awl
Making an awl will teach you the basic principles of heat-treating steel and turning a wood handle with a metal ferrule. Perhaps this project will be the first milestone on your custom tool-making journey.