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We invite you to join 21,500 American crafters who share your passion for building.Â
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Your Digital Member Card
Keep your official card in Apple Wallet or Google Wallet to easily unlock discounts on shop gear.
The Private Maker Community
Step into our Facebook group to connect with 21,500 fellow crafters. Use this dedicated space to ask questions and share your workshop progress.
Monthly Project Blueprints​
Grow your skills with a fresh bundle of 3 to 5 downloadable PDF project plans delivered to your inbox every month.
Exclusive Tutorials and Guides
Master new techniques with private workshop guides that we never publish on the public site.
Bonus Sweepstakes Entries
Enjoy automatic bonus entries on every active tool giveaway campaign.
Apparel and Gear Discounts
Claim special member pricing on custom apparel to show off your builder pride.
Official Member Certificate
Receive a branded and numbered certificate to commemorate your official place in the association.
On-Site Member Forum
Connect with like-minded builders on our dedicated Stoat discussion board.
Priority Sweepstakes Entries
Enjoy a 2x multiplier on all of your sweepstakes entries to increase your chances of winning.
Live Build Challenges
Join our monthly live builds or Q&A sessions. We make these async friendly so you can participate whenever you are in the shop.
Storewide Discount
Save a flat 10 percent on all of your shop purchases.
Exclusive Tool Offers
Get early access to product drops and special Builder only deals.
Stoat Forum Full Access
Dive into our inner circle threads and builder only channels to connect deeply with our most active members.
Join a network that truly cares about your creative journey.
Our community is here to celebrate your wins and support you through your failures. Join a network that truly cares about your creative journey. Get your Member Card, exclusive project plans, and community access starting at just $1.79 a month.
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Add your Member Card to your wallet
Your digital ACA Member Card is ready immediately. Add it to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet — this is how you access your member benefits.
Start building
Your first project plan bundle lands in your inbox right away. Your member pricing is live. Your community access is open.
You're Not Just Joining a Membership.
You're Joining 21,500 People Who Build Things.
The American Crafters Association has been bringing makers together for years. Woodworkers, crafters, home builders, weekend project people — all sharing what they're working on, what works, and what absolutely didn't.
When you join, you're not joining a mailing list. You're joining a community of people who get it.
“This is the only group where I actually look forward to every single post.”
— ACA Member
“I've finished more projects this year than in the last three combined. Having people to share them with makes all the difference.”
— ACA Member
“The monthly project plans alone are worth it. I've built four of them already.”
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Questions
What do I get the moment I join?
Instant access to your digital Member Card, your first project plan bundle, your Facebook Group invitation, and your member pricing in the shop. Everything lands within a few minutes of signing up.
How does the digital member card work?
After you sign up, you'll be taken to a page to add your ACA Member Card to Apple Wallet or Google Wallet. It works just like a loyalty card or boarding pass — tap it anytime to see your benefits, and we'll send you updates and member-only offers directly to your phone.
What are the monthly project plans?
Every month, members receive 3 to 5 downloadable PDF project plans. Each one includes a full materials list, a tools list, step-by-step build instructions, and tips. These are real project builds — not Pinterest inspiration boards. You can build every single one.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes. No contracts, no commitments, no questions asked. Cancel from your account settings in under a minute. Your access continues until the end of your billing period.
I already follow DIYProjects — how is this different?
The free site gives you articles and ideas. Membership gives you the full experience — downloadable project plans, exclusive tutorials, a private community of 21,500+ makers, your digital member card, bonus giveaway entries, and member pricing in the shop. The content on the site is the preview. Membership is the whole thing.
Is there a giveaway for members right now?
Yes. Active members receive 200 entries in our current giveaway automatically. You can add more bonus entries by sharing the promo link or purchasing from our online store. Check your welcome email for details.
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