Made from Ana's Kids Chair with Storage. Love these little chairs. I riped up some 2x4's to 7/8th and used a 1 x 12 stair tread for the seats. glued with screws, then removed the screws and replaced with glue and dowels. Made for kids, strong enough for adults.
Made a 4 foot version of the farmhouse bench. I also used 4x4s for the legs instead of 2x4s. They work great, just makes the bench a little heavy.
I finally completed the last piece to my customized simple two-toned outdoor collection...an outdoor kitchen sink!!! It still needs a couple of touch ups... but more on that later. This is by far my favorite and easiest project to date. We plan on using this as a grill caddie/garden station. This will eventually go onto a 24x12 deck up against our kitchen window (The indoor and outdoor sink will be against each others backs). I decided to go with the Sturdy Workbench plans for the base mainly because of the weight. We wanted something that's going to be difficult to move since it will be hooked up to outdoor plumbing. I used treated 2x4's for the base, cedar 1x4's for the top. I bought the bar sink for about $70. I also used a Kreg Jig to screw in the cedar slats from underneath so the screws won't be visible from the top. FYI - Wait a couple of weeks before you paint soaking wet treated wood. The green chemical from the 2x4 is starting to leak through my white paint. I'll have to go and prime/paint it again when it finally dries. Other than that, it came out 10 times better than I could ever imagine.
Thanks for the plans!
I used 1x2 boards for this project. The smaller tree is the size according to plans (minus the coat rack). For the larger tree, I added 3.5 inches to each piece. 1/4 plywood on the back and used a stencil for the design. I love the way it turned out.
I used my router and router Ed the edges. Love this!!
My Tryde coffe table. Fun to build and looks great! Thanks Ana!
I modified the plans for the farmhouse hall tree to build this for our entryway. The farmhouse hall tree was a perfect base plan for this project! We went from a mess of jammed in jackets and piles of shoes to a clean and organized entrance! Thank you so much for providing the original plans! We love this!
My daughter has really been getting into American Girl Dolls so I went on the official website to see if I could find some accessories for them for her birthday and YIKES - that stuff is expensive! So I went on Ana's site and found plans to make bunk beds. My daughter has four dolls so I figured we could build two sets at a fraction of the cost we could buy them at.
This was our first furniture project so we had to buy everything, which makes the project more expensive than if you have scraps laying around, but still totally worth it. My husband and I built two of these in about 3 hours. Sewing four of everything probably took another 2-3 hours.
I made the blankets reversable - flowers on one side, strips on the other so she could mix and match as she liked. I think I am going to make a reversable pillow for each bed with the blanket fabric, but I haven't gotten that far yet. I totally misunderstood how much fabric to buy - I thought it was 1/2 yard for mattress and then another 1/2 yard for the blanket, but it's not, it's 1/2 yard for both so needless to say I have a TON of fabric left over. Since this project went so well we are going to build a doll table and chairs for Christmas so I figure I can use the left overs for placemats, etc. and carry the theme through the set.
I love the way they turned out and I can't wait to give them to her for her birthday!!!
Your outhouse design was modified for a snowmobile club project as the building needs to be towed across a lake to a site next to a warming shelter. An LED light with a timer switch and solar battery charger were installed to provide light in a remote area of Lake of the Woods.
A steel hitch and skids with hyfax were added to the design.
Thank you for providing a design that allowed us to make modifications for winter outdoor recreation accommodations.
We built this Farmhouse table in a week. Unfortunately, we didn't get it completely put together for four months. Now it is finished. It is our first project. We used pine and fir boards from our local lumber store. It is finished with red chestnut and dark walnut stain and then a couple coats of briwax dark walnut (love that stuff!!). The table is 96" and pictured here without the 15" bread boards that go on either end. The benches are 8' as well.
Sat, 05/24/2014 - 01:12
I loved your stain. I see you used two types of wood and two types of stain. Can you tell me more? Did you alternate the wood pieces? Did you stain the red chestnut first and followed it with dark walnut? I'll probably copy what you did :)
We wanted a buffet for our kitchen- but couldn't find just the right plan. So I modified the "Dresser with open bottom shelf" slightly to remove one shelf and enclose the bottom with Doors. We matched the colors from our dining room set (black bases with stained seats and table top). The glass was purchased from a local company and is called 'cord glass' to match some other custom cabinets in our home. I do have the sketchup plans- been trying to clean them up so I can get a plan posted... but can email them in their current state if anyone wants them.
Mon, 11/28/2011 - 11:30
Thanks- I didn't say but this actually was my first BIG project from Ana-white. It did take me longer than I anticipated (two long weekends) the painting was probably the most time consuming as I was trying to get it 'spray on' like- but didn't quite achieve that look.
Re. the pulls; I think there was a total of 5 trips to Menards and HD with different options being considered- we finally went with these as due to the large drawer size all others seemed to be under-per-portioned. So thank you - glad to see it shows well.
Appreciate your comments!!
Wed, 11/30/2011 - 11:34
This is beautiful! You did an amazing job. This is exactly what I was looking for to finish my dining room. May I please see your plans? Thank you so much.
Mon, 11/28/2011 - 16:36
This piece if a beauty. Your hard work does show very well.
I would like it, if you don't mind, if you could send me the plans. That would be awesome. I will email you if I need to to get something explained.
Just moved into a new home and this piece would go great in the dining room.
Thanks,
dana
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Tue, 11/29/2011 - 10:13
Mr Carey, I love your buffet. I to would love to have your version of this plan doors and all. Thank you for sharing...Vi
In reply to Love the cabinet by viola
Tue, 11/29/2011 - 10:19
Vi- be glad to- just let me know where to send it to.
Brent
Tue, 11/29/2011 - 20:53
This is exactly the type of thing I've been wanting to make for our dining room. Great Job!
Thu, 12/01/2011 - 19:54
Looks beautiful! Can I please have the plans as well? Been looking for something just like this to build. Great job! [email protected]. Thanks!
Tue, 12/13/2011 - 23:24
This is a beautiful piece. You did a lovely job. I would love to have the plans. [email protected]
Tue, 01/10/2012 - 14:48
The top is actually a 3/4" oak veneered plywood with 1x3 (sides) and 1x4 (ends) framing. I used a friend's biscuit joiner and glued the sides on with biscuits. I thought about using pocket holes but wasn't sure how to make the boards stay straight... and had used a biscuit joiner before - so opted for that. Let me know - I can send the google sketchup plans if you want them.
Mon, 12/19/2011 - 08:56
Mexiian1 - Just need your email address to send you the sketchup plans. I've sent them out to a few already.
Sun, 01/01/2012 - 13:12
Looks amazing! Would love the plans as well. [email protected]
Sat, 01/14/2012 - 16:14
My wife and I think that this buffet looks great. You have done a great job. We were thinking about making one also. Could you please send the plans to [email protected]. Thanks ahead of time.
Fri, 02/03/2012 - 20:55
Been looking for something like this for my kitchen. Would love the plans if it's not too much trouble. Very nice.
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Mon, 02/06/2012 - 10:36
This looks great! Could you send me the plans? Thanks soo much!
Mon, 02/20/2012 - 12:41
The buffet is almost a replica of what i am looking for in our dining room except it will cost less than 1/2 the price to make it! I LOVE the buffet. Could you send me the plans please? [email protected]
Mon, 02/20/2012 - 12:41
The buffet is almost a replica of what i am looking for in our dining room except it will cost less than 1/2 the price to make it! I LOVE the buffet. Could you send me the plans please? [email protected]
Tue, 05/22/2012 - 22:52
Such a beautiful piece! It's exactly what we've been looking for! I'd love to see your plans! [email protected]
Sat, 05/26/2012 - 22:11
The Buffet looks awesome! You have done an amazing job. I really like the glass doors.
Neal
Tue, 06/12/2012 - 10:03
Could you please email these plans to me @ [email protected]?
Thanks.
In reply to Email plans please by shawns1234 (not verified)
Sat, 07/21/2012 - 13:26
Thank you! And I'll gladly mail the sketchup plans.. just need your email address to mail them to. :-)
Mon, 08/06/2012 - 04:07
Mr Carey, this buffet looks stunning!!!And I've been looking for one(ready to buy) for quite some time and nothing!!! Did you use spray paint to achieve the SO SMOOTH look? It really looks amazing!!!
Can I also receive your plans by email?Thank you!!
[email protected]
Sun, 08/26/2012 - 12:59
Wow, what a beautiful piece! Do you mind sending me your plans as well as this would work perfectly in our home...
[email protected]
Thank you so much!
Sun, 08/26/2012 - 12:59
Wow, what a beautiful piece! Do you mind sending me your plans as well as this would work perfectly in our home...
[email protected]
Thank you so much!
Thu, 08/30/2012 - 20:40
I would love to see your plan. I'm looking to build something like this for my wife as a surprise. She never toss into the shop, so this shouldn't be too hard. Thanks.
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Sat, 11/24/2012 - 22:29
This is exactly what im looking to make for my dining room could you please send me the plans? Thank you
Sat, 11/24/2012 - 22:29
This is exactly what im looking to make for my dining room could you please send me the plans? Thank you
Sat, 11/24/2012 - 22:31
could you also send me the plans? [email protected]
Sun, 11/25/2012 - 16:01
I love your buffet! I have been looking for a buffet just like this. Can you send me the plans. [email protected]
thanks
Fri, 12/28/2012 - 07:42
May I have a copy of your plans as well? This is just what I'm looking for! Thank you in advance.
Fri, 01/04/2013 - 07:45
I'd love to have a copy of your plans to make one of these for my dining room. thanks
Wed, 01/16/2013 - 21:47
I love this and exactly whative been looking for! Please if you could email me the plans! [email protected]
Mon, 03/04/2013 - 19:30
Have a look back at the post below as I've posted the address to the buffet on the sketchup 3d warehouse- pasting here for your convenience as well.
http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/details?mid=8acc2d1db12502a9cc04…
Mon, 03/04/2013 - 19:25
I saw on another post that the sketchup model could be shared to the warehouse- which of course I knew but totally forgot. So- I've uploaded the model for this buffet to the warehouse and it should be able to be accessed from this link:
http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/details?mid=8acc2d1db12502a9cc04…
If I had the patience to work up an actual plan I would - but hopefully the sketchup model will help - there should be dimensions and I have the cut list in the model as well. Still let me know if you have questions and I would LOVE to see anyone else's finished project!
Sun, 10/04/2015 - 19:11
Do you happen to still have the plans for this buffet? My email address is [email protected] if youre able to send them. I would love them. This buffet is really nice and the sketchup plans are not working for me.
Tue, 10/06/2015 - 18:37
Anyone who has received the plans in the past...that still has them, coukd you please e-mail them to me at [email protected]
Tia
Sat, 01/16/2016 - 13:11
If you're still sending out plans, I'd appreciate getting a set. Thanks! [email protected]
Mon, 02/15/2016 - 14:05
Not sure what happened to the 3d warehouse plans- trying a new link here, hopefully that will help some who are trying to get these.
https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model.html?id=8acc2d1db12502a9cc047c39…
Or if you just go to the 3d ware house and search on "brent buffet" you will get 1 hit :-).
My husband and I created this using farmhouse table plans and we're very excited. It took us longer to get done than most because we all ended up sick. :o) Total cost was under $100 and it is awesome!! Thank you so much for the plans!!
Sun, 12/11/2011 - 09:29
We are currently making a bench and a version of the stackable chairs for our 8 foot table. WE are so excited. I have work to do but only want to help build now. :o)
Storage bench using Shelf Help by Judith Noffz
"What can I say … we love Ana White’s Shelf Help Now.
We both love the quality of the wood. You just can’t find that around here. I love that I can create what’s in my mind with a drawing and rob can take her template and build!!!"
I had an idea to stack 2x4's for the main frame and then just use a piece of decorative paneling for the back and inside. I needed a place to set my tv against the wall in my room, so I built it to fit. Simple project that got the job done - more projects at Family_DIYnamic.
A play kitchen stove and sink for my 1.5 year old daughter for Christmas!
This was my second woodworking project ever. It was VERY involved. It took me about 3-6 months of planning, ordering, buying, figuring out, and finally building the thing.
I used magnetic primer on most of it. Some magnets do stick to it, but I learned some very important lessons: Magnetic primer is MESSY and it doesn't sand very well, so when you paint it on, it should be done in the smoothest possible way in the smallest area. I primed with it using a roller and when I sanded it, got metal shaving dust EVERYWHERE (because the metal shavings in the primer keep it magnetic, obviously).
Made the curtain and matching towel. Next on the list: Matching apron and kids oven mitts!
This is a gentleman's valet that I build for my sister in law's boyfriend as a Christmas present. It was also a good opportunity to try out my hand tool skills, since I cut all of the joinery by hand.
Sun, 02/05/2012 - 09:20
Wow, this is gorgeous! Love the rich finish and the dove tail details, and the sliding top tray is so neat. Everyone in the family is going to want one! :) Joanne
Sun, 02/05/2012 - 12:25
This would make a great gift for my husband and all the men in my family...
Sun, 02/05/2012 - 19:12
Kristen you should try it yourself. You'd need to buy a joinery saw, but I just picked up a decent dovetail saw for $13, and a set of good chisels, but for $26 you can get a good set of 4.
My joinery isn't brilliant, but it's functional and doesn't look terrible. I'm pretty sure you could start knocking out some strong joints pretty quickly.
The upside is that it's faster than setting up power tools to make these joints. Hand cut dovetails will always be faster than machine cut, unless you're building a dozen boxes.
In reply to Hand Tool Joinery by claydowling
Mon, 02/06/2012 - 10:48
From here, your dovetail joints look great! I've always just skimmed past instructions for dovetails thinking I'd never put the time into constructing them. Perhaps I will investigate for future projects. The glue and nail option just goes quicker right now, with the list that looks like it just might take forever in this house!
Mon, 02/06/2012 - 07:29
You may not think your joinery is brilliant, but those are some tight joints. Looks beautiful. I love the top!
Mon, 02/06/2012 - 08:35
Those are very tight joints. Slightly too tight in fact. There was a small amount of hairline splitting on the side I didn't show, that I had to fill with glue and sawdust to keep from spreading.
My dovetails aren't bad, just slow for me to cut right now, especially cleaning out the waste. I bought parts for a small bow saw that should make that easier, once I get the thing built.
Tue, 02/07/2012 - 07:49
This Gentlemen's Valet looks amazing! How did you do it? This would be a great Valentine's present for my husband!
Tue, 02/07/2012 - 08:35
The short answer is that I built a box, then built another box to go inside of it. A plan with dimensions wouldn't be a very good idea, because I sized this to match the $7 board I'd found at the hardwood dealer. Your lumber dealer almost certainly carries differently sized boards.
I'll think about a tutorial or video though. Box making is fun, rewarding, and can be profitable. Especially since most cabinets are just different variations on the box.
Tue, 02/07/2012 - 09:21
Alright, I will give it a try this weekend. Will let you know how it went! Thank you so much
Thu, 02/09/2012 - 19:17
Your work is gorgeous! I'm definitely stealing this idea for my husband's birthday as well as all the men in my family, who all have birthdays this spring. :) Only thing is, I'm using tools, my hand tool skills are no where near as good as yours.
Also, I appreciate the tips you've posted on other project plans, they really help clarify some of the smaller details overlooked by the designers for beginners like me.
Hope to see some more projects from you soon!
Thu, 02/09/2012 - 20:06
Hand tool skills actually develop pretty quickly, and one of the reasons it's gaining popularity. You can use scrap wood to learn how to make joints. The first ones will be rough but with even a little bit of practice they'll improve.
The tools are also getting cheaper. I just bought a decent dovetail saw for $13 from Tools For Working Wood, and $26 will buy you a decent set of chisels from Narex.
Christopher Schwarz and Logan Cabinet Shoppe are two good sources for hand tools articles, including videos. There are also good books on the subject. My first text was Hand Tool Essentials, but I'm told there are others worth looking into for first books.
In reply to Hand Tool Skills by claydowling
Fri, 02/10/2012 - 07:30
The Essential Woodworker is the alternate starting text I was thinking of. I haven't read it yet, but heard it recommended by a few sources as a good place to learn about hand tool woodworking. I just ordered a copy for myself. Amazon sells it too, but for considerably more, and I've heard unpleasant things about the binding on the copies available on Amazon.
If the book turns out to be any good I'll post a review on my blog.
Fri, 04/20/2012 - 21:48
Please do!
Thank you for the tips and information, I'll definitely be starting on hand woodworking soon. I love the results of hand vs. machine woodworking, it's just sleeker and has more of a homemade quality.
In reply to The Book I was thinking of by claydowling
Sat, 04/21/2012 - 04:56
I did finally buy the book, and I've reviewed it at http://claydowling.com/articles/02242012-1350/getting-started-woodworki…
There's also a new video coming out (or maybe it is out), that I wrote about: http://claydowling.com/articles/04022012-0947/learning-use-hand-tools I've ordered my copy, but I won't have it in hand until next month. I grabbed is specifically for the information on block planes. I own them, but I've had the least consistent results from them of all my tools.
Second wood-working project to go with our shiplap wall. Pretty happy with how it turned out!
I could not find a frame which would accommodate my new adjustable king base. Modified Anna's plans by increasing the height of the headboard and footboard. Finished with chalk paint and antique finish for a rustic look. Side rails attached with mortises to allow for moving bed in 4 pieces if needed. Love my new bed
Sat, 11/30/2019 - 03:31
Hi! We are making this headboard this weekend. We want to increase the headboard height and footboard as well. Do you happen to know the cut measurements or how you adjusted the height of the 1x6 (or 1x8 as others used) to make it work? Yours looks perfect! Thank you in advance for any feedback!
I loved your farmhouse bed , so decided to make my own , but with wood wat is available here(Philippines) the post and the frame is made of Mango wood , the tree fell down during the typhoon, so I made boards and beams out of it , for the headboard and also the footboard used Moldave/Mahogany/Ipalipal/and a few kinds I don't know the name
I built just the bottom portion and chose to omit the molding. I lined the inside with contact paper so that items stored inside don't snag on the rough plywood on the other side of bead-board.
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bozarthm1
Mon, 07/04/2022 - 18:26
Built up the storage shelf…
Built up the storage shelf with some laths and added a piano hinge to the seat. Nice little toy box.
Ana White Admin
Tue, 07/05/2022 - 10:57
Love these!
Thank you for sharing, love the mods!