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Box Frame Coffee Table with Lift Top

Submitted by idotaz on Thu, 09/10/2020 - 17:06

It took me 4 days to build and finish. I went to the store the very same day I received an email with these plans in it! I love the results! I'm typing this post up on my laptop sitting at my new coffee table!! Work days will be a little more comfortable from here on out LOL! Thank you Ana for sharing your talents in designing amazing build plans.

I did the modifications and added the bottom shelf and the x braces. I did a half lap to join the x braces. I also added small casters so it is easy to roll the table out of my way to get up without having to always close the table top. The finish is dark walnut stain and latex paint in the color Tinsel.

Estimated Cost
$40-$50
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark Walnut stain
Latex Paint in the color Tinsel
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

X - Farm House Table

I modified this plan just a little on the ends, and I can not tell you how pleased I am with it! I did run into some issues with lining the boards up properly due to imperfections (and not laying the boards out ahead of time in the store because I was rushing at closing time), but in the end, I decided to add a wood filler in between the boards and everyone just raves over it. I could not imagine it having come out better. I would not do it any other way. 

Thank you Ana!! 

PS... I have a wonderful idea for a loft bed, but the plans are not provided. I know you would do it justice.. how do I submit the photo????

Built from Plan(s)
Fancy X Farmhouse Table
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Satin, Custom mixed stain, stainable wood filler, sander.

Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

jeffross

Sun, 01/07/2018 - 07:22

My appologies if I'm missing it but are there build plans for this table.  I would really like to build this for a friend but I'm not sure my skills will enable me to free style this. Thanks in Advance.  Jeff

cjtrunk21

Fri, 05/29/2020 - 11:50

Did plans over get posted for this table? Love the design. Thanks.

Farmhouse Counter Stools

Submitted by wbengle77 on Wed, 09/23/2020 - 09:09

This was a pretty strait forward project, the only change i made was the wood used. I did not use the 2x2 furring strips i opted for the upgraded Select Pine Boards. So it changed from 3 bucks to 12 a board. I also used metal nylon feet.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Counter Stools
Estimated Cost
depends on wood and finish
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
I used an antiquing wax, then I used butcher block oil and wax to finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Farmhouse Cubbies for Tots

I don't have a mudroom so I needed better organization for shoes, coats, and whatnot. I wanted it to match the Farmhouse Barn Door Entertainment Center I built, so I used the same paint and stain. My sizes were a tad smaller than most storage boxes, so I had to custom-build the cubby boxes. I added a rope around the whole perimeter as well as felt on the bottom to prevent scratching. The kids love it!

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Family command center

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 02/08/2017 - 18:37

Used the bathroom organizer plans from the knock off pottery look! LOVE how it turned out :-)

Built from Plan(s)
Gabriel Wall System Hanging Organizer
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Early American by miniwax. Sealed with a coat of poly in satin finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Grandy Barn Door Fireplace and Matching Console

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 11/11/2020 - 17:38

We originally built the original console a while ago as an entertainment unit for underneath our television. We enjoyed the console so much that we decided that we wanted to do another modified console with a fireplace in it and make the other one into a buffet/storage area for the dining room.

Both of these are fairly modified from the plan, however the basic concepts remain the same. One big thing that we did was use 1x4s as much as possible to reduce the different sizes of lumber we were buying to both reduce complexity and end up with as little as possible scraps.

The frames are made of the 2x3s, The sides (4 deep), shelves, middle shelves and face frame are all 1x4s. The back and inside frames are scrap plywood. The top is 1x6s.

The addition of the fireplace was not difficult. What it did require us to do was to add the centre section and essentially create a box that is closed to the outside cabinets. If it were not closed off it wouldn't support the fireplace insert correctly. The important piece with the fireplace is to ensure you have enough clearance on the top and sides to allow the fireplace to mount safely without overheating. The nice thing about this setup is the additional shelf above the fireplace which we used for electronics. The wires go through the back of the cabinet and it looks very clean.

These are probably my favorite things I've built this year. They're simple to make and add a lot to any living space.

Built from Plan(s)
Grandy Barn Door Console
Estimated Cost
$500
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
White paint for body
Minwax Polyshades Classic Black for top
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Master Closet System

Submitted by Michael B on Thu, 01/17/2013 - 13:17

Followed plans with slight modifications:
1. Made shelves deeper but narrower
2. Used 3/4" Birch Plywood for all
3. Built no base just mounted to floor & wall
4. No drawers just shelving

Built from Plan(s)
Tower Based Master Closet System
Estimated Cost
Under $80
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Clear Poly
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Comments

Love this project.

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 02/22/2017 - 17:20

This project was completed in a weekend. I was really proud of the result. 

Built from Plan(s)
$55 Fancy X Desk
Estimated Cost
Cost was about $55 I didn't keep track but was cheap.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I painted the base Shark tooth white and the top was stained a dark walnut and finally waxed. I probably should have put poly on it.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Farmhouse Table/Bench and Floating Shelves

Submitted by Al_on_Rose on Mon, 12/14/2020 - 14:09

My daughter wanted to create the Farmhouse look for her New England home. Had so much fun building the Table, Bench and Floating shelves. The Plans were perfect, and of course customizable (she wanted it a little shorter). My next project is a real workbench for my garage. I think the only issue is the New Jersey winters.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Table - Updated Pocket Hole Plans
Farmhouse Bench - No Pocket Holes Version
Easy to Build Floating Shelves
Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Early American Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Woven Back Bench

This took approximately a week to build, but was fairly simple.  Drew arm rests freehand and applied 3 - 4 coats of Helmsmen.

Built from Plan(s)
Woven Back Bench
Estimated Cost
$20
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Helmsmen (3-4) coats
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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earthbybike

Sat, 12/06/2014 - 12:27

I built this at the local college woodshop and I am very happy with how it turned out. Our comminity is so very lucky to have a community college that has a wood shop and a huge spray booth. (Wood Shop 1 & 2 as well as Cabinet Building 1 & 2)

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Potting Bench

I am a complete newbie to anything woodworking. I just turned 60 and used a drill for the first time about 9 months ago. Thanks to Anna and her plans and videos, I have developed some some self confidence in this art and absolutely loving it.

Farmhouse coffee table and king size bed is next.

Thank YOU Anna!!! You totally rock!!!!!!!!

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Mater Chair for a child.

Submitted by justjeff52 on Mon, 12/01/2014 - 13:44

This is a chair I made from the Super Easy Adirondack Chair plan from your website.

Estimated Cost
$75.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Mimi's Faux Mantle

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 03/10/2017 - 04:53

Built this using Anna White's "MIMI'S FAUX MANTLE" but instead of using crown molding I elected to use STONE TILES in neutral tones and finished the surround and mantle in white giving the piece a nice soft appeal.  The building plans were easy to follow and took about 2 days to complete the whole process (because of drying times) not to mention how reasonable the cost was.  I already had the tiles,  adhesive, and paint from left over projects.

Built from Plan(s)
Fake Fireplace Mantle built from Pine Boards
Estimated Cost
Cost was more than reasonable. I already had the tiles ,adhesive, and paint. Total cost was approximately $66.00.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
I used Behr White Semi-Gloss Enamel paint purchased from Home Depot (I had the paint from a previous project). Use any tile of your choice since these were left over tiles I had on hand. When tiling use an appropriate tile for the space and glue with tile adhesive. I let mine sit overnight and grouted it the next day using a sanded grout in Bone (purchased from Home Depot) #832.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Storage Captains Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 09/16/2022 - 05:03

So this was a really fun project from start to finish, I wanted a storage bed with a place for my son to showcase his Super Hero collection!

Estimated Cost
300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Extra Tall Bar Stools

Submitted by TCnTash on Wed, 12/17/2014 - 09:21

My wife and I built our whole bar, from the shelves, bar, and the kegerator! We needed stools to round out our endeavor but we werent willing to shell out the kind of money required.  My wife found this plan and we morphed it a bit to meet our needs.  The KREG JIG saved us big time! The seat upholstry took us a bit of time, but we figured it out thanks to YouTube.  Great project for a weekend, took us a tad bit longer due to the arrival of our daughter but, we still got it done!

Built from Plan(s)
Extra Tall Bar Stool
Estimated Cost
~$150, this got us three stools. We had bigger measurements than the plan called for, so you could definitely squeeze another chair if you stick to the plan.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Wheat color stain, and spray on Satin polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Rolling C-Table

Submitted by JessKrev on Sat, 12/27/2014 - 18:57

I built this for my sister in law this Christmas from Ana's plans.  I can't wait to make a second one for myself!  The overall build was easy and I would consider myself a beginner level.  Sadly, I didn't get a picture of the final product before I gifted it, but I distressed it to allow some forgiveness in the white paint detials and hand-painted decal on the top.  It turned out great and they loved it!  

Built from Plan(s)
Rolling C End Table or Sofa Table
Finish Used
Minwax Polyshades in Espresso. The details are simply acrylic paint in an off white.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Scrappy armoire

Submitted by Triskelle on Sun, 03/26/2017 - 22:13

Made this out of a ton of scrap wood I had laying around. On the downside it made the project more difficult, but on the upside all I had to buy was hinges and handles...

Built from Plan(s)
Simplest Armoire
Estimated Cost
$20
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Some off white paint I had lying around
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Bathroom tower shelf

Unfinished pine bathroom tower shelves. I assembled all pieces with kreg jig and pocket hole screws. It was a quick and easy project.

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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62" Turned Leg Vanity

Submitted by gwphoto on Tue, 01/20/2015 - 12:21

First time visitor. I recently built this modified 48" Turned Leg Vanity for my wife.

We expanded it to a 62" double sink with drawers in the middle and opening below the sinks.

Thanks for the great site Anna.

Built from Plan(s)
48" Turned Leg Vanity
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

brittanyj

Wed, 01/21/2015 - 08:06

This looks great! Will be making a similar one soon. Well done!

lkbuckley13

Wed, 06/10/2015 - 09:35

This looks great! I am going to work on one very similar and use this sink http://www.us.kohler.com/us/Ceramic-Impressions™-61-rectangular-double-bowl-vanity-top-bathroom-sink,-single-faucet-hole/productDetail/Styles-of-Bathroom-Sinks/1006992.htm?categoryId=651428&skuId=1006846&hash=id%3Dfilters%26chk-183%3D183%26startIndex%3D20%26scrollTop%3D411

Did you save your plans for this size vanity?

Shuzog

Fri, 10/23/2015 - 09:55

Gwphoto, do you have plans for this project that you would share? Have been wanting to modify this 48" vanity just as you did. Thanks so much!

Farmhouse Queen bed

Submitted by shwetzh on Tue, 04/20/2021 - 19:01

Built this farmhouse Queen bed as an anniversary gift to my husband 🥰

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Farmhouse Bed Frame

Comments

broom closet shelves

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 05/18/2017 - 06:45

got a kreg jig for mother's day and tried it out on that dead space in my broom closet.  I made $10 shelves, but in a "Z" shape instead of a "U" shape so I could attach from below and have more room on the shelf for cleaning supply storage.

 

 I used a 1x6 for the shelf and spray painted them black with some paint I already had.  So easy!  I used a 1x4 with a block of wood to hold up one end of the shelf so I could screw it into the cabinet.  Then leveled it and added second screw.  Awesome first project!  I learned a lot and got a place to put my spray bottles.

 

Sorry for the dark photo, my cabinets are black cherry.  

 

Estimated Cost
if you don't count the kreg jig, under $10
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
spray paint
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project