Nursery Book Ledges
Nursery photo ledges. Shortened the shelf depth using a 1 x 2 instead of a 1 x 3.
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Ultimate Workshop Workbench
My garage needed an overhaul and I wanted to start a hobby in woodworking.
I found my way to Ana's website and found some of the best ideas and decided to try my attempt at building the Ultimate Roll Away Workbench with Miter Saw Stand.
This helped inspire me to augment my garage and build that workbench and new french cleat wall.
Thank you Ana for having such an awesome website and offering up ideas for free!!
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Simple Outdoor Lounge Chair - Beefed Up
Loved building this chair. Super simple to put together and very sturdy once everything came together.
I modified it to create a larger and taller chair, using 2x6 and 2x4 lumber. Because of this change I felt like my math challenged brain was completing some sort of quiz, but to keep things simple I cut the pieces step by step recalculating lengths as I went.
I marked up the plan as I went, so if anyone is interested just let me know & I'll add the changes.
http://radcrafter.com/2012/06/simple-outdoor-chair-beefed-up/
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Estimated Cost
$20-30
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
outdoor stain in solid slate
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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Sun, 08/19/2012 - 08:29
Yes, please!
I would love to see your changes and build the beefier version! Please share!
Thu, 07/26/2018 - 07:05
Need beefier version plans please
I have a large (400+) family member who I need to make chairs for. This plan looks perfect (even though I will have to probably adjust width and add additional support) Can you please send me your plans?
Sat, 08/10/2019 - 21:14
Plans on the horizon?
Hi just joined your website. This is exactly what I was looking to build. Any chance plans will be shared?
Thanks.
In reply to Plans on the horizon? by tintin66
Sun, 08/11/2019 - 10:25
Hi, yes, I am planning to…
Hi, yes, I am planning to update this collection of plans to include the "beefed" up modifications. It may be a few weeks though.
Slat Bench
Cost: $45
Made this bench smaller than the plan so it measures 48" X 18". Using it in a spare bedroom so it will eventually get stained to match the wood furniture.
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Estimated Cost
45
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Haven't stained the wood, can't decide on a color.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
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Mon, 12/04/2017 - 09:17
Nice job!!
That was my idea as well, to shorten it. My wife just asked me if we could part with a few chairs on the back side of our dining room table and if i would make a bench or two across the back wall. Well "of course" i said hahah!! Nice job on yours!! :{)
Sun, 09/13/2020 - 06:45
That's really beautiful. I…
That's really beautiful. I think I'll look up the plans and try make one myself.
T-Shaped Countertop Island
So I made a 4ft and a 6ft put them on casters joined them like a “T” shape, it is a moveable kitchen island dining table! The top has epoxy in the middle with flowers to give it some pop! Everyone loves it that comes over! Thanks for all your ideas on your site; it was my inspiration!!!
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Modern Outdoor Chair - High Back Adirondack
Modified with a high back and modern adirondack arms.
The base of the chair is built exactly to the plan except that the arms are done in a modern adirondack style.
The back was made independently to fit inside the base and then attached to the plan base.
Very comfortable but very heavy chair even without the modified back.
Not stained yet obviously.
Cushions are hard to find I think I would make it slightly smaller next time and maybe even find the cushions first and alter the plan to fit.
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Estimated Cost
$45 Can
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
None yet
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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Tue, 06/09/2020 - 09:11
Stained with Saman: Urban…
Stained with Saman: Urban Grey mixed with some left over brown 4:1 and now has a companion side table
Wed, 06/24/2020 - 07:33
Do you have the plans for…
Do you have the plans for the table you built? Im a brand ne beginner. I am trying the modern outdoor chairs and live this table with them.
Counter Height Planter
Hello everyone,
I collected unwanted wood and I put them in a good use. Transform them into planters . Many people throw excellent wood . Either, they aren’t aware or they purchased new furniture.
Thank you Mrs. Anna . She has inspired me with her excellent ideas. God bless you
Jean Abinajem
Easy small space side table
This was my first project. It was relatively easy but I did make some mistakes that are now design features
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Estimated Cost
Reclaimed wood
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax English chestnut
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Farmhouse counter stool - Thanks Ana!
I started learning woodworking several weeks ago and came across your video and plans for the Farmhouse Counter Stool. It was easy to follow, and I love how it turned out! I made one first as a test, and I think I'll make three more. Thanks Ana!
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Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Chalked paint - linen white and coastal blue, matte clear finish
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
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Fri, 09/25/2020 - 14:57
Wonderful!
Welcome to the woodworking community, it looks fantastic! Thank you for sharing:)
Custom Kentwood Bookshelf
This is a modified version of the Kentwood Bookcase to be shorter and wider to fit my space. I used my router for the first time on this project giving the legs and top a little bit of flair. I also wanted it super glossy, so I applied three coats of Minwax high gloss polyurethane.
One lesson I learned for my next project is that "stainable" wood filler isn't actually stainable. I'm quite disappointed with how visible my Kreg pocket holes are on the front - I'll be sure to make sure they're all hidden next time.
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Estimated Cost
$40 for stain, brushes, and rags. $80 for wood. $10 for tongue and groove backing
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax preconditioner. Minwax jacobean oil-based stain. Three coats of Minwax high gloss poly
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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Mon, 10/13/2014 - 13:32
This is beautiful! You did a
This is beautiful! You did a good job, and I love the finish. I can't see the pocket holes in your finished pictures even after you pointed it out.
I used wood filler that was tinted the same color as the stain last time, and it was great.
Mon, 03/30/2015 - 20:23
Stunning!
Wow!!! This is so beautiful, and the stain job on pine...just wow!! You did such a great job with the router and I can't even find the kreg jig holes even though you said it. The plugs made for those work out perfectly though and are pretty cheap for a huge bag to have around.
Modern take on the Rustic X Small Rolling Kitchen Island
Used your plan as a base to make this kitchen island for my daughter. It is made from ambrosia maple and soft maple, has an integrated knife block in the drawer (also from one of your plans), and has a cutting board top made out of cherry and black walnut.
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Wed, 01/27/2021 - 12:12
Fantastic build!
This is beautiful, love the cutting board top and knife block!
Heavy duty log peeling stations
I modified Anna's plans to make these heavy duty saw horses.
Estimated Cost
$120
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
2 of these sawhorses can support 2 1500lb logs, I can peel the bark off then rotate the logs. I added vertical removable supports to support the logs when they are on the sawhorses. Thanks for the ideas.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Farmhouse coffee table under 40 - ( 65 dollars Canadian)
This was my first project and had tons of fun building it. Can’t wait to build to end tables to match.
The plans are so easy to understand. The only change I made was instead of exposed screws I used the pocket hole method
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Estimated Cost
65 dollars ( Canadian)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax pre- stain wood conditioner, minwax classic grey ( 2 coats) minwax clear satin poly urethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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Fri, 01/12/2024 - 08:33
Farmhouse table: Beginner
This is beautiful and just the look I'm going for with the color scheme. I am wondering if it would be easier to paint the wood before constructing it? Also, what is the pocket hole technique? I think I would like the screws hidden too.
DARE bookshelves letters
We built the letters bookshelves for our kids' room. First, we wanted to write READ on the wall, but in the end, we arranged them as DARE. We hope it will be a motivational message for our kids to have the courage to make the impossible possible.
The letters are built entirely out of MDF. The hardest thing was to make the curved walls. We cut a lot of curved MDF strips and glued them together to get the rounded shapes.
We described better the process on our blog!
Hope you like them as much as we do!
Estimated Cost
600
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Polyurethane primer and white paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Sat, 04/23/2022 - 09:59
Congrats! I am so proud of…
Congrats! I am so proud of them. I wish I also could write good essays, but it is very difficult for me to express myself and organize my thoughts and ideas. This is why it takes me a lot of time to write a good essay. So, sometimes I pay for paper writing because I like it when everything is done at the highest level. However, I really hope that these essays will help me to achieve my goals especially since I feel very motivated right now. Wish me good luck!
My First Project
I learned so much for this first project. I used redwood instead of cedar and finished it to match our fence. I coated the inside with flex seal. Next time, I'll drill drain holes nearer to the front edge of each box so they drain into the box below a bit better. I angled the bottoms of each box with a band saw on a 15 degree tilted platform. They fit like a glove! Thanks for a great plan.
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Modern Adirondack Chairs & Outdoor Side Table
These modern Adirondack chairs were my first wood working project ever and they turned out awesome! I wanted to build a small table to complete the set and Ana’s new side table plans were exactly what I was looking for. I am truly amazed at how easy these projects were to make and how great they look on our front patio. Ana’s step-by-step plans make it so simple. My wife and I can’t wait to build some more of these projects for our backyard lanai and pool area.
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Finish Used
General Finishes Red Mahogany stain
Spar Urethane
Spar Urethane
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Mon, 04/12/2021 - 10:21
First project!
Amazing job on your first build, I see more handmade pieces in your future!
My Extra Wide Simple Dresser
This is the first dresser that I have ever made. There was a learning curve, but not much. It was a lot of fun and I hope you enjoy it!
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Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Egg White Paint with Minwax® Polycrylic® Protective Finish on top
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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Tue, 02/16/2016 - 10:40
what kind of wood did you use
what kind of wood did you use to build the drawers? i have used 1X6 and 1X8 as per the plan and the drawers dont fit in the frame. sliding doesnt work properly. plewase let me know, thnks
We love the skylights in our version of your greenhouse!
This was the perfect post-retirement project for me. It was a lot of work, but very rewarding.
I documented most of it on my blog.
We sure love this greenhouse!
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Tue, 08/31/2021 - 12:23
WOW, WOW, WOW!
Gorgeous, those skylights are the ticket! Thank you for sharing!
Fancy X Desk L Desk
Added an L section to the Fancy Desk to increase usable space So far it still stands strong for me. Thanks Ana
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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Fancy X table and bench
Put a fancy twist in this tabletop and bench top. We like the 45 degree angles that the top and legs both have to compliment each other. The top is stained with minwax special walnut.
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Tue, 11/16/2021 - 19:18
Another amazing build!
You've been busy, this is gorgeous all the way around!
L-shape Modern plywood desk
I constructed this desk all from birch plywood. It features a pull out keyboard tray, modern drawer finger pulls, and full extension drawer slides. The plywood was finished with a hand-rubbed danish oil for a natural wood appearance.
Estimated Cost
$150.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
danish oil
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Comments
nifof17547
Mon, 04/08/2024 - 01:07
I love this idea!
I love the idea of book cornices for the nursery! Reducing the depth of the shelves is a smart modification that makes them more suitable for children's books. It is very important to customize the furniture so that it perfectly suits your needs. Using 1 x 2 instead of 1 x 3 will give you a more customized solution. Books are a storehouse of knowledge! Speaking of knowledge, for students looking to adapt their learning process, platforms like Edubirdie https://essays.edubirdie.com/assignment-help offer reliable assignment help services. Edubirdie can help you tailor your academic assignments to your specific requirements. It's all about finding the right option for your needs, whether it's organizing children's books or tackling academic assignments. Great job on the customization!
LuckyGirl
Mon, 05/06/2024 - 14:40
A very cool ledges for books…
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