If you've landed here, you probably want a straight answer to one question: does Sawdust & Blueprint earn money when you click through to Ted's Woodworking, and does that change what we say? Short version: yes, we may earn a commission, and no, we don't think it should change your decision. Below is how that works, what we can and can't verify, and how to protect your own wallet.
The short answer
Some links on this site to Ted's Woodworking may be affiliate links. If you buy through one, we may be paid a commission by the seller or the affiliate network it uses. You don't pay extra because of that link, as far as we can tell from how affiliate links generally work. We can't see the seller's internal terms, so confirm the final price on the official site before you pay.
How a woodworking affiliate program generally works
Affiliate programs are a common way for sellers of digital products to pay for referrals. The general pattern:
- A site like ours joins the seller's program, directly or through a network.
- We get a tracking link. When you click it, a cookie or similar identifier records that you came from us.
- If you buy within the seller's tracking window, we may receive a commission.
What we can't verify: the exact commission rate, the length of the tracking window, and the refund terms as they apply to affiliates. Those are set by the seller and can change. We won't quote numbers we can't document.
How we disclose it
What we commit to
- We tell you near the top of any page where an affiliate link appears, not buried in a footer.
- We label commercial links plainly and mark them as sponsored or affiliate links in the page code where possible.
- We keep downsides in our reviews. Our Ted's Woodworking review covers pros, cons and where to get it officially.
- We don't invent testimonials, ratings, user counts or results.
What we can't promise
- That every detail on the seller's site matches what we last saw. Offers, bonuses and pricing change.
- That the plans will suit your skill level or tool setup. That depends on you and the specific project.
Recommended for youTed's Woodworking Plans Review: How Accurate and Buildable Are the Plans?Does the commission bias our opinion?
Honestly, it can, and any site that says otherwise is overselling itself. Money creates an incentive to be generous. Here's how we try to counter it, and how you can check us:
- We separate what is documented from what is opinion, and say when we can't confirm something.
- We point to free options where they are enough. See Free vs Paid Woodworking Plans.
- We tell some readers to skip it. See who Ted's Woodworking is best for and who should skip it.
For a deeper look at the trust question, read our piece on Ted's Woodworking reviews, legitimacy and trust, and the quick answer on whether online reviews are fake or paid.
A practical checklist before you buy anything
- Go to the official site and read the current offer. Check price, what's included, delivery format and the refund policy in the seller's own words.
- Be skeptical of big claims. For example, read whether Ted's offers 16,000 free plans before assuming anything about "free."
- Check the format. If you expect an app, see whether there is one.
- Look at plan quality. Our accuracy and buildability review and the note on outdated plans help set expectations.
- Avoid look-alikes. Copycat pages and misleading ads exist. Use our guide to spotting fake sites.
- Keep a record. Save your receipt and the refund terms shown at checkout.
Payments and downloads carry some risk. If something about a checkout page looks off, stop and consider contacting your card issuer or a consumer protection agency. Also see whether free plan PDFs are safe to download.
Comparing your options
| Option | Upside | Tradeoff |
|---|---|---|
| Ted's Woodworking (paid) | One bundle of plans from a single source | Confirm price, contents and refund terms yourself; quality varies by plan |
| Free PDFs | No cost, good for simple builds | Inconsistent quality, some download risk |
| Other plan sites, apps, books | More choice of style and format | Takes more time to compare |
For a wider view, see Best Woodworking Plan Websites, Apps and Books: What to Look For.
Where to go next
If you're leaning toward buying, start with the full Ted's Woodworking review, then confirm everything on the official site. If you're not sure you need it, the free-versus-paid guide is the cheaper first step. Either way, you shouldn't have to take our word for it, so check the details yourself.
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