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Playhouse Loft Bed- Ladybug style

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 05/29/2020 - 21:14

I had to change around a bit of the plan because my daughter's room has a weird shape. So she gets into bed on one side of the bed, but the playhouse side is opposite so that it would be able to accommodate a window and a door on that side. We were able to put in 3 full sized windows this way.

Inside her playhouse is the play kitchen set I built her several years ago (it's seen a ton of use), as well as the doll crib that I built her (which has also seen a ton of use.)

Inside, we used coated mug hooks around the top of the inside to hang rope lights, and we used the same hooks as curtain rod hangers for the cafe tension rod curtain rods we used for the windows.

Built from Plan(s)
Playhouse Loft Bed
Simple Play Kitchen Sink and Stove
Olivia’s Doll Crib
Estimated Cost
$450
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Satin and semi-gloss furniture paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Cedar planter boxes

Submitted by JavaJoe on Fri, 06/06/2014 - 20:00

I used the main plan for ideas, but opted to use 3.5 inch pickets instead, which allowed for a smaller planter that wasn't as big. Also chose to miter 1x3s for the top which I think really finishes it off. Sanded everything with a belt sander to 220 grit. Used min wax golden pecan plus three coats of poly inside and out. Finished size was about 17x17. Tile spacers work great to keep the gaps even!

Built from Plan(s)
Cedar Planters with 2x2 Legs
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Min wax golden pecan
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Laundry Room Table

Submitted by TX Shaun on Wed, 07/01/2020 - 21:05

I modified the plans for the farmhouse console table to create a laundry room table. I changed the shelf height and used 2x4s running the entire length for the shelf.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Console Table
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax grey stain and white paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

$12.00 Cedar Fence Picket Planter

I followed the plans exactly. The only difference is I used my Ryobi Airstrike brad nailer instead of stapler. Lowes was slightly higher in price than the $10.00 on Ana's post but at $11.97 it wasn't too far off!

Blog Link
$12.00 Cedar Fence Picket Planter
Built from Plan(s)
$10 Cedar Tiered Flower Planter or Herb Garden
Estimated Cost
11.97
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
No finish
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Narrow Sewing Table

Submitted by WeezyWorks on Tue, 09/11/2012 - 18:06

Ive been looking for a sewing table to fit my space. but found none for less than $500 and they were quite small. I found a post at quiltedcupcake.com that linked me to another blog, linking me here. I modified the plan to be about 2 feet wide and cut a hole to fit my sewing machine. There is a support in the bottom to hold my machine level with the tabletop. When I make this in the future, I will splurge on a fine hardwood. This plan was easy to build and looks great! Just what I was looking for :D

Estimated Cost
$125
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark stain and satin polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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tommirhea

Fri, 09/14/2012 - 09:45

I'm jealous of your organization! I've had a folding table for my sewing table since I started sewing :(

tommirhea

Sun, 09/16/2012 - 10:11

Now, I've just got to make it! I love to free motion quilt and that would make it easier. With each baby I've had my quilting space has diminished (of course it's worth it) but now I think I will reclaim some space ;)

Modern Adirondack Chairs. Thanks

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 07/19/2020 - 16:16

Ana,

Thanks for making the plans available. Was looking for a simple plan and here is it. Needed to replace 4 aging chairs to match a pine table and a bar. Looking forward to another project in the fall. You definitely made a good choice on the pitch of that chairs. Very comfortable.

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Easy Build Adirondack Chair
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Spar urethane
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

Extra Wide Console Bookcase

I started woodworking about 4 months ago and the first few things I made was a bit wonky. I didn't mind because it's solid wood and I was proud of myself for doing it.
I am 59 yrs old and I love building things! I now do better and made this shelving unit, and it's the best I've done so far.

Built from Plan(s)
Extra Wide Console Bookcase
Estimated Cost
About $60
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)

Tilt Out Wooden Trash Bin

Submitted by paigers01 on Mon, 01/09/2017 - 11:27

Tilt Out Wooden Trash Bin

After 7 years of our trash can sitting out in the open, my wife decided we needed to do something about it. I saw the plans for this tilt out wooden trash bin, and slightly modified it using tongue and groove for the face panel.

 

Built from Plan(s)
Wood Tilt Out Trash or Recycling Cabinet
Estimated Cost
$50-$75
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax English Chestnut
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Gigantic planked sideboard

This was my second project and my first piece of furniture I built from Ana's plans. We have a vaulted ceiling in the hallway near my entry and needed a really big piece to fill up the large blank wall. I always hated the space but now I Love It. The Gigantic sideboard is perfect there. I finished it with milk paint and paste wax. If you inspect it closely it is not perfect but for my first piece... I love it and it's supposed to be rustic right!

Built from Plan(s)
Planked Wood Sideboard
Estimated Cost
I did not keep track of how much I spent but I'll say roughly 200 to 250 .
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I first used wood conditioner then sanded, sanded, and sanded. For the paint I used General Finishes Coastal Blue and topped it with minwax paste wax.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Kitty Outhouse

My first Ana White project. Built Ana’s awesome small cedar shed as an outhouse for our many cats. The have access to it from inside the house. Great way to keep litter boxes and the mess out of the house. It is stand alone, and attached to the house, in front of a bedroom window. There are two ‘entrances’ as well as two, one-way, escape hatches, if a cat in the outhouse is interrupted by another cat (I.e. a male cat comes in and the female feels trapped) they can exit to the outside (one way so no critters can come inside!). Ana has easy to build plans, great site! I plan on making the square table just posted today for my newly refurbished deck. Keep in mind, my estimated costs and time reflect a LOT of additional features on the inside. The shed itself, very easy, simple, inexpensive. Very little waste with Ana’s projects as well.

Built from Plan(s)
Small Cedar Shed
Estimated Cost
$500
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
No finish, at least not yet.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Adirondack Chairs built by High School Class

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 05/24/2021 - 18:07

Thirty High School Students spent several weeks in the classroom building a dozen of the Adirondack chairs. By the time they were completing the last of the chairs, they pretty much could build them from memory. They really had no trouble building the chairs and learned how to use all of the tools in the school shop.

Built from Plan(s)
Heavy Duty Adirondack Chair Plans with Back Leg and Footstool
Estimated Cost
$70
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
We painted the chairs several different colors using latex exterior paint from Lowes.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Love your site!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 06/09/2017 - 15:55

I'm so glad I found your blog/website. It is exactly what I was looking for. I'm going to tackle the farm table & benches next and then adjust the porch swing plan to make a bed swing for a friend. Thanks for the great ideas!

Built from Plan(s)
Simple to Build Porch Swing
Estimated Cost
$30
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Stain/Sealer
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

DIY Murphy Wall Bed

Submitted by Dstor22 on Sun, 03/15/2015 - 07:05

Just finished up my Murphy Bed project. Hope you like.

Built from Plan(s)
PLANS: A Murphy Bed YOU Can Build, and Afford to Build
Estimated Cost
280.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Weathered Oak Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Hayden and Tanner's Play Fort / Swing Set

I built this play fort and swing set based on Ana's Playhouse design. Today is my daughter's 3rd birthday and it is a present to her.
She has helped me the whole way through the project. It was a lot of fun building it with her.

For more pictures on my project see
http://flic.kr/ps/2spv6t

The deck is 12' x 8' and it is 5' off the ground to the top of the deck. The tube slide comes off of a platform that is 3' x 4' and 7' high off the ground to the top of the platform. I got the slides, swing arm and swing legs off a set from someone selling and old set through craig's list. Everything else i built myself.

Blog Link
Playhouse
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
paint playhouse, pressure treated will be stained probably next year after drying out
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Rustic Bench as Wedding Guestbook

Having already built a rustic bench to go with my Farmhouse Table, I knew it would be the perfect guest "book" bench for my wedding. For only $15 (I had the lumber for the top on hand), and the help of all my bridesmaids during my bachelorette weekend, we built this bench in just about an hour. Everybody had a hand in it, which makes it even more meaningful. It sits at the foot of the Farmhouse Bed my husband and I built from reclaimed barnwood from my father. I love that we have something so hand-made and sentimental to commemorate our wedding celebration. It makes me smile every time I look at it!

Blog Link
Knocked Off: My Guest Bench
Built from Plan(s)
54" Bench with Cross Bracing - Made with 1x boards
Estimated Cost
$15
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
I sanded the entire bench with 80,150,200. I primed the entire bench (including the underside, just to cover all my bases) then painted 2 coats of semi gloss white, sanding with 200 between coats. To make the center design, I printed out my art onto computer paper, covered the back with graphite (just scribbling with a pencil) then taped it to my bench. Trace the outline of your art with a pencil and a firm hand. When you remove the paper, you'll see the outline of your design. I traced it with silver paint pen, then filled it in. After I had all my signatures I sealed the top with two coats of Mod Podge (but polycrylic would probably work too).
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Buffet

Took awhile to build but it’s done with 90% reclaimed wood

Built from Plan(s)
Grandy Barn Door Console
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Cedar deck box

Submitted by JMG on Wed, 07/06/2022 - 19:47

I had to modify these plans to use what I had on hand. I used left over cedar fence pickets (planed down and sealed) and adjusted the size to fit all my outdoor cushions. Overall dimensions are 49" wide x 28" deep x 26" high. I also used 2x4's instead of 2x2's because that is what I had in my shop. I added 1x3's around the top to fit snugly instead of using hinges (again trying to use what I had on hand). We get A LOT of rain in the summer so hopefully the cushions will stay dry. I also added some screen left over from the screened in porch to the bottom before adding the "floor" to keep bugs out. I just stapled it to the frame before adding the floor boards. I did add a piece of treated 1/4" plywood under the top in hopes of keeping the rain out.

Built from Plan(s)
DIY Outdoor Storage Box

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Shanty Open Shelf Coffee Station

Submitted by A_Soto on Wed, 10/21/2015 - 13:01

The first 'from scratch' project my husband and I have completed. For extreme beginners, definitely simple to put together for an amazing finished piece. 

Built from Plan(s)
Shanty Open Shelf Console
Estimated Cost
$120
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Extra storage in our main living/kitchen open area. Gave us tons of extra counter space by having a place to put our Keurig and espresso machine. Flat white paint, Charcoal stain used on top with polyacrylic finish. Spray painted hardware with Soft Iron spray paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Laundry basket organizer

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 12/26/2018 - 08:10

Inspiration came from this site, but the design is mine. I didn't have plans, so it was drawn out on paper from the sizes of the laundry baskets themselves. Birch plywood with Home Depot feet painted with rattle can white. Sanded and stained with a Minwax redwood stain and coated with Minwax poly. 

Built from Plan(s)
Laundry Basket Dresser
Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax redwood stain with Minwax poly
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Small Garage Workbench

Submitted by dmozer74 on Fri, 12/18/2015 - 21:17

Easy project. I needed this bench a bit smaller due to space constraints so this is 28" x 42". I kept the height the same and finished the surfaces with some thick polyurethane. It should be noted my cost was a bit higher due to buying a sanded plywood, coated self-tapping screws and a more expensive polyurethane. I also went a bit slow on this project and it took about 2.5 hours including application of the single coat of poly.

Built from Plan(s)
Easy DIY Garage Workshop Workbench
Estimated Cost
$75
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Satin polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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