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Depends on what you want to make, but I'd always advise starting with hand tools.
Some real begins are to be had at vintagetoolshop.com
For the very basics you want:
- Chisels probably a 1", 1/2" and 1/8" bevel edge.
- A plane best to go for a #5 "jack" (as in jack of all trades) will smooth and joint.
- A saw, this is where it gets difficult as you can use a disposable job from Screwfix etc. but you will struggle with cutting fine stuff. However traditional western saws are designed to do very specific jobs. Therefore I would recommend a type of Japanese saw called a ryoba that can do pretty much everything, be warned they are very sharp and cut on the pull stroke but can be used for pretty much everything.
- Work bench, there is no way of hiding this but a workbench is one the most important tools you have as a woodworker. There are many different styles and many heated arguments had on the topic of benches. But work holding is essential.
Look around at videos on YouTube there are LOADS of guys churning out woodworking videos check out:
- Paul Sellers, old school cabinet makers will teach you the basics very well
- Samurai Carpenter
the guy is full of himself and a bit of a dick IMO but he is good at showing you what you can do with wood - Matt Estlea
Have a look at the above and let me know how you get on. P.S woodworking as a hobby is a potentially expensive rabbit hole.
- Chisels probably a 1", 1/2" and 1/8" bevel edge.
Bobbo
Since thinking about making my own sayas, my thoughts have expanded to wood working in general, inspired by what I've seen here.
As a complete beginner, what's a good starting point to getting into woodwork with a limited space and limited budget.