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Outdoor Storage Box

I built this to go with my outdoor sectional. It's perfect for storing the cushions and the gardening tools that I like to keep on the porch. It doubles as a table and extra seating in a pinch, so it's a great addition to the space.

I'd recommend either spray painting it or pre-painting the pieces- I wouldn't want to try and brush between all the slats.

Built from Plan(s)
Outdoor Storage Bench - Vertical Slat Design
Estimated Cost
50
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
spray painted with rustoleum 2x the coverage in ebony
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Trestle Desk with 2x6 laminated top

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 05/07/2023 - 16:31

Started with simple small trestle desk idea. Decided to edge glue the top. Finished with poly and paste wax. Didn’t turn out too bad for the first project.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Small Trestle Desk

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Farmhouse Bed and Night Tables

Submitted by frmoody on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 18:44

A friend of mine wanted a new queen bed in a rustic, weather grey look. I have built many projects from Ana's site and decided on the Farmhouse Bed. The plans were perfect and building the bed didn't take me long. The time consuming part was the finish. I really wanted an old, weather wood look so the entire bed and night tables were first stained with a dark Kona stain. Once this dried I applied two coats of a watered down (50:50) light grey paint. The thinner paint made it easier to sand. Once this was completely dry I used a medium grit sanding sponge and selectively sanded everything. This took a while. Once complete I carefully cleaned all pieces and then applied three coat of semi-gloss varathane. The bed is incredibly solid with the 2 x 4 slats and will last a few generations. As always great plans from Ana.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bed - Queen Sized
Easy Build End Table or Nightstand with Drawer
Estimated Cost
$300 for materials
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Varathane Kona, Beauti-Tone Designer Satin "My Favourite Sweater", Varathane Diamond Finish Water Based Interior Semi-gloss.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Wood Tilt Out Recycling Cabinet

Submitted by frmoody on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 15:59

I built this for my friend who wanted a double cabinet for her recycling material. I used Ana's plan and just doubled it up. She also wanted a weathered looking top. The plan's were great but it was a bit difficult to get the two side by side bins.

Built from Plan(s)
Wood Tilt Out Trash or Recycling Cabinet
Estimated Cost
$50.00
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
The top was created with a combination of Varathane Kona stain, white paint and grey paint. I can't remember the stain used for the cabinet itself.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Console Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 10/06/2019 - 15:17

Made from the rustic Console Table plans, used a dark oak stain and antique oil finish.

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Console Table
Estimated Cost
$80.00
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax antique oil finish
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Coen's Cabin Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/29/2016 - 15:28

This is a fairly easy build. It did take some time with three little ones running around, but the finished product is well worth it! My three-year-old doesn't want to get out of bed in the morning (win!).

Built from Plan(s)
Cabin Bed by Jen Woodhouse
Estimated Cost
$250-$300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax weathered oak stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Ana White Admin

Tue, 03/01/2016 - 12:19

You did an amazing job on this, I wouldn't want to get out of bed either! Thanks for sharing:)

Rustic Farmhouse Vanity

Submitted by jameslee on Thu, 10/10/2019 - 16:23

My master bathroom was my first DIY remodel. I took this room down to the studs and built it back up. I struggled to find the perfect vanity that felt strong and sturdy and could not find one. I needed a wide vanity to accommodate this 3 foot wide vessel sink. I found Ana White and this plan online and fell in love! This was my first build and I’ve become addicted to wood working since. As my first build, this took me most of a day to build and assemble drawers. Sanded and painted with a flat finish! I love it! Thank you Ana!

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic Farmhouse Double Bath Vanity with AngelaRoseDIYHome
Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
General Finishes milk paint in Seagull Gray with a high performance flat finish. Hardware and sink found on Amazon.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Round Pedestal Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 07/21/2023 - 10:46

Built this for my wife for our anniversary. Plans for the table was easy to follow. Used poplar for the table top. I copied the chairs from our large dining room table that we purchased so the two sets would match. I’m an Ana White follower looking forward using more plans. I used a jig saw to cut the circular table top instead of the skill saw using a fence.

James / League City Texas

Built from Plan(s)
Round Farmhouse Table

Pallet Reclaim Swing

I work for a large manufacturing company that frequently has 'desirable trash'. Found 3 beautiful, heavy-duty pallets with beautiful wood on them. Took them home, took them apart, and got to work. The wife had been wanting a swing out near our children's playset so she could sit and watch them. Used Kreg pocket holes for everything that I could so as to hide as much hardware as possible.

*Side note regarding why I did the rope the way I did - the original post had mentions of it being a bit tipsy (particularly with little ones!). With this design, there's no flip front or back and the rope only gets tighter the more weight that is applied.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple to Build Porch Swing
Estimated Cost
Almost free, only had to pay ~$30 for the rope.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Olympic Cedar Naturaltone Stain, foam brushed on and wiped off with rags.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

King size storeage headboards with lighting

Submitted by Mamabear2 on Thu, 01/23/2014 - 10:46

Our Friends wanted a new bed frame in the worst way. They gave my husband free will to design a bed for them and this is what he came up with. headboard is made out of car siding. has 2 hinged doors, 2 battery operated led lights, lots of shelves. basic rails and foot board!

Estimated Cost
175.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
use a stain of choice and clear coat
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Great Toy Box Plans

Submitted by dkakridge on Sun, 03/01/2020 - 18:55

So proud of how this turned out.  Plans were so easy to follow.  Thanks for such a wonderful site. 

David Akridge

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Modern Toy Box with Lid
Estimated Cost
$120
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoleum painters touch white gloss, Kilz Primer
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Farmhouse Bed - Standard King Size

Submitted by jusgre on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 19:47

Really loved these plans and they produced a beautiful product.  The only minor change I'd make is to double the number of support slats.  Our Casper mattress requires gaps less than 3" between each slat.  Thank you for the plans!

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bed - Standard King Size
Estimated Cost
$430
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Honey Stain + Minwax Wipe-On Poly
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Just a beginner! Second Project

Submitted by Rifka on Tue, 06/21/2016 - 18:35

Great first project!

Built from Plan(s)
2 x 4 Outdoor Bench
Estimated Cost
$20
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Annie Sloan chalk paint with clear wax.
Works great for outside too.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Simple Table

This table is very nice and so simple and inexpensive. Just choose your lumber selectively. I used prime 2x4's for higher quality.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Outdoor Dining Table
Estimated Cost
$50.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Screen porch table.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Jelly Cabinet

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 01/09/2024 - 08:48

BUILT FROM PLAN(S)
Patrick's Jelly Cupbard

ESTIMATED COST
$155.00 (wood alone was $145.00 from Homedepot)

ESTIMATED TIME INVESTMENT
Weekend project - about 10 hours

FINISH USED:
I used white beadboard for the backing and the door inserts. I stained the rest with Minwax Provincial stain. I will be adding black metal stars to the doors to break up the white.

RECOMMENDED SKILL LEVEL:
Intermediate

AAA Farm Tables - AAAFarmTables.com

Built from Plan(s)
Patrick's Jelly Cupbard

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Doll bunk beds

Submitted by anm8ed on Sat, 06/06/2020 - 19:12

I altered it a little bit since I could not find a 1x1 anywhere near me. I used a square dowel and I placed the ladder steps on the outside. The square dowel was a little big so i notched the right side. I also cut the left side of the ladder to not block the bottom. I may try a trundle later on. It’s not painted yet but she wants it a light pink. Maybe tomorrow we will do that.

Built from Plan(s)
Doll Bunk Beds for American Girl Doll and 18" Doll
Estimated Cost
$25
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Workbench with Drawers and Carts on Casters

Submitted by vendo on Tue, 03/19/2024 - 07:38

Using Ana's Ultimate Workbench Plan and her easy drawer method I built this. I decided to do storage carts that roll in and out for small scrap lumber storage. The Kreg Foreman got it's own cart, I made it so the deck of the machine was at the same height as the work surface. I added a drawer so all of my kreg bits and screws can be in one place. I had batteries and chargers laying all over my small shop, so I incorporated a battery charging drawer. I'm excited for the projects to come using my new set up!

Blog Link
Family DIYnamic on Instagram
Built from Plan(s)
Ultimate Roll Away Workbench with Miter Saw Stand

Birthday See-Saw :)

Submitted by stacie_b on Mon, 06/02/2014 - 13:55

I built this for my daughter's 4th birthday. The kids love it!

Built from Plan(s)
Wood Seesaw or Teeter Totter
Estimated Cost
$20
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Paint from the "Oops" section! - 2 coats. First coat applied before assembly.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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