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Make your kids their very own stools! This DIY project is free and contains step by step instructions so you can build stools from wood boards!
With school starting here in the next few days, I've been posting quite a few back-to-school project.
Dimensions
Materials and Tools
1 - 2x2 @ 6 feet long
1 - 1x2 @ 8 feet long
1 - 3/4" Plywood measuring at least 13" x 13" or a 13" diameter wood round (this is the stool top)
Cut List
4 - 2x2 @ 13 1/2" (Ends double beveled at 10 degrees/10 degrees with ends parallel)
4 - 1x2 @ 5" (Short point to short point, both ends at 10 degrees off square, ends are NOT parallel)
2 - 1x2 @ 7 3/8" (Short point to short point, ends are NOT parallel, both ends cut at 10 degrees off square)
2 - 1x2 @ 8 7/8" (Long Point to long point, ends are not parallel, both ends cut at 10 degrees off square)
1 - 3/4" Plywood cut into 13" diameter round
General Instructions
Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck!
Step 1
You'll want to mark all legs so you can clearly tell what point is the inside corner.
Step 2
Pocket holes are the way to go on this stool. I used a Kreg Jig and attached the top aprons as shown above, flush to the outside top corner.
Step 3
Now carefully measure and add the first row or stretchers.
Step 4
And then the second and final row.
Step 5
Now attach the top as shown above, centering the base on the top.
To cut the top, I used a scrap piece of PureBond Plywood (I've committed to using NO Formaldehyde containing furniture in my house) cut into a 13" square. Then I took a string and tacked one end to the center. With the other end, I drew a circle on the plywood. Then I cut out with a jigsaw and sanded edges.
Finishing Instructions
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This is adorable. I don't have any children, but still, so cute! I have to ask Ana, you have been posting a lot lately. How do you have the time for this when you and the RAM have undertaken such a huge project, the Momplex? You continue to amaze.
Idea gone Bad...
Hahaha Before I even saw your comment on the wheel pic I said, "Oh no! No! No! No!" LOL I can only imagine what my three year old would attempt on a stool with wheels. He's a bit of a daredevil, and I've already got enough grey hairs (and I'm only 24). Nice idea though - *I* wouldn't mind a stool with wheels ;)
Kid stools with wheels?
Cowabunga! Floor surfing! Chair races! Wheeeeeee! Thud, scream, bleed!
Great plan - you could probably make half dozen for the cost of the PB stools.
HOW CUTE!!!
This stool is absolutely adorable! I really need a couple of them just a tad taller (for adults, maybe 16 - 18" height). Would be great for a stool to keep at the barn for quick place to sit. Hang it up on a hook on the wall. Ana, if you have time, could you let us know what would be the cut angle if one wanted to make this stool for bar height? Id think at the 10 deg angle, the base of the stool at the increased height would be too wide. (I also happen to like the little wheels on the stool.. lol)... Thanks tons Ana, for all your hard work...
Here you go
Here you go :)
http://ana-white.com/2011/01/simplest-stool.html
oh... DUH....
I feel SOOO stupid. I've seen that plan before. When you first posted it. I cant believe I forgot it was there. Thanks Ana, for reminding me. Like you dont have better things to do.. LOL!! Your a peach!! ;)
Love this!!
This is amazing stuff!!
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