Red Oak Truss Table
Used red oak lumber with ash grey rubio monocoat. The tabletop is 90"x40" and I made the base 64" long in order to place a chair at each end of the table.
Ashely Shook
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Truss Style Coffee Table
I saw the Truss Coffee table and HAD to make it!
I couldn’t find 2x3 at my hardware store so I ripped 2x6’s for the base. I also ripped 2x4 for the top end pieces. I used the color Provincial to stain and covered it in Polyurethane. I just love it.
Mélanie S.
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Updated Pantry
Replaced our wire metal shelving with this easy to follow plan. My first time doing a project like this and it turned out amazing!
Lindsey
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Outdoor end table
I didn't use any plans but the Outdoor Ottoman comes really close. Needed an end table to go with our Outdoor Sectional that my husband and I built. While he was at a ballgame I whipped this up. Still have to sand and stain this as well as the sectional, but will probably do it as a winter project. We bought the 1x4s a while ago when we bought the 2x4s for the sectional so I wasn't exactly sure of the cost. I think I used 2 1/2 pieces of 8' lengths. Who would have thought a couple of years ago that so many of us would have attempted to build furniture and then even without a plan now and then?! Ana rocks! :)
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Approx $5
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Not sure what brand, but spray painted Apple Green for a pop of color against the back cushions.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Outdoor Wooden Cooler
An Outdoor Wooden Cooler is the perfect way to accent any deck, patio, or garage. Can be made from Cedar, Pressure Treated, Cyprus, etc. Sizes can vary from small 28 qt coolers to Large 120 qt coolers capable of holding hundreds of drinks. These coolers can be themed for your favorite sports team, favorite hobby, or anything of your choice. Engraving or wood burning is available.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Stain, painted, distressed, etc.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Fri, 08/31/2012 - 09:52
I want to make one of these
Well, actually, two. My beer loving son-in-laws would love this, and Christmas is coming! Do you happen to have any "step-by-step" directions you'd be willing to share? I can figure out the dimensions but it would be really helpful to read - or see - the components and how you put it all together.
Thanks for sharing!
In reply to I want to make one of these by sgilly
Fri, 09/28/2012 - 11:43
Wooden Cooler response
I had to make a new page because of some password issues. Thanks for comments. I have no plans yet, I've built so many it's sort of muscle memory now. Shoot me an email at [email protected] and perhaps I can help.
Sat, 09/01/2012 - 10:59
I want to make one too. Is
I want to make one too. Is the lid tricky at all?
Fri, 09/28/2012 - 11:41
Outdoor wooden cooler response
I had to make a new page because of some password issues. Thanks for comments. I have no plans yet, I've built so many it's sort of muscle memory now. Shoot me an email at [email protected] and perhaps I can help.
And no, the lid style I like is nothing more than some tongue~n~groove boards cut to length, attached with pocket holes and nailed to the lid frame. Tongue~N~groove is optional of course, you could just use regular boards.
Thu, 03/14/2013 - 21:08
Cooler Plans
I don't mean to hijack Adam's great build, but I have some step-by-step plans available for a cooler I built with a similar style. It has a 2x2 frame with old fencing facing. For those of you looking for plans/tutorial http://www.killerbdesigns.com/rustic-cooler-a-how-to/
Thu, 05/07/2015 - 07:20
DIY Wood Double Cooler... used a similar design and worked great
My husband used a similar design to Adam's but made it a double. :) He also added wheels and a bottle opener/cap catcher. Great work Adam!
http://purposefulproductions.blogspot.com/2015/04/diy-wood-drink-cooler…
Craft Table/Sewing Desk
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Paint (sigh)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Comments
Sun, 07/05/2020 - 08:42
Lovely workspace with the new sewing tables
Lovely desks/space! And the sewing machines look like they're going to bring hours of fun! What kind of wood did you use for the tops? Did you route it to make it tongue and groove?
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
Outdoor Sofa using left over Trex material from my Deck.
Built this beautiful Sofa from Ana White's Plan, had to modify a bit as I had left over small pieces of trex from my Deck , and the back rest cushions were higher.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
300
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Olympic Elite, Cedar
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Floating bench for entryway alcove
I was looking for some inspiration to clean up our small entryway room in our Cape Cod style home in Worcester, Massachusetts that was typically used for recycling and dirty shoes. These plans were very easy to follow and really spruced up the room quite a bit.
I used standard pine 2x4's for the frame and 1 inch boards for the bench platform and upper shelf features. The platform consists of four boards (3 1x6 boards and 1 1x5 board) that were glued together and sanded down. This was finished with Minwax Colonial Maple stain (a few coats), a couple coats of satin polyurethane, and then sanded down for a nice smooth finish.
I used a couple of 2x4's behind the vertical face below the shelf, giving it some depth and better stability.
Cast iron hooks were found on etsy, ebay, and Amazon.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$75-$100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Colonial Maple stain
Minwax satin polyurethane
Automotive turtle wax for a smooth shine
Minwax satin polyurethane
Automotive turtle wax for a smooth shine
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
My Adaptation of Kendal's Extra Wide Dress
This my first real project built in my shop! I have long admired the projects that I have seen on this site and I could not wait to post a brag picture!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Sherman Williams Ovation Paint
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Comments
Thu, 10/06/2022 - 13:59
Gorgeous dresser!
WOW, way to go, such a beautiful build! Thank you so much for sharing:)
Wine oak barrel Adirondack chair
I got some oak barrels from a local vineyard and decided to try making some adirondack chairs. It was harder than I thought it would be, but well worth it!! The stain was a little darker than I thought it be, but it's rubbing off on me!
predrill, predrill, predrill, and learned a valuable lesson in predrilling, as solid wood under strain cracks easy when using 2 1/2" deck screws!
I need to whip out the nice camera and stop using my cell phone for finished products!
Estimated Cost
Around 100.00 dollars per chair (depends on cost of barrel!)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I used Cabot's Australian timber oil. Not the cheapest product out there, but they actually recommend one coat only and no sanding necessary for future coats. Once it stops beading water, just clean the chair and than reapply! It penetrates deep and forms a wax protective layer that repels water! This is why I chose not to varnish the item!!
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Sun, 07/21/2013 - 19:45
Yes I did
I did have some plans, which made it easier. I didn't use them as designed i.e. tracing, and I also altered the plans some to my liking. I got the plans for 15$ from here: http://www.gcwoodworks.com/Wine-Barrel-Adirondack-Chair-Large.htm
Foldable Farmhouse Rustic Dining Table
My wife wanted a portable farmhouse style rustic dining table that she could take to photoshoots and other events. I started with a top made with 2x6s and make the legs with 4x4s and the rest with 2x4s. Stain is dark walnut with a clear coat on top.
The legs are attached with door hinges and can fold into the top for more portable use. There is also a board that can be inserted in the bottom slots so that when in use the legs can not fold in.
So far the rustic dining table is working out great, although this table is VERY HEAVY and needs 2-3 strong people to carry it around. I have also made a lighter version using 1x6 tops and all 2x4 frame and legs.
Photos courtesy of Jennifer Blair Photography Designed by Amber Veatch Designs
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
150.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Miniwax Dark Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Wed, 06/12/2013 - 04:15
oh plans pleeease
Oh I really hope that you are able to put these modified plans up!!! A foldable farmhouse table.... what will they think of next!
Sat, 10/22/2016 - 12:25
Stunningly beautiful! Thank
Stunningly beautiful! Thank you for sharing and inspiring!
Sat, 10/22/2016 - 17:21
Toe kick drawers
I cannot find the plans for the tiny house drawers any where. Can someone please point me in the right direction. Thank you!
Wood Tic Tac Toe Board
This is a pretty easy project and makes a nice holiday gift. This version was made from a scrap piece of hardwood and a 5/8" dowel. As an extra touch, I added a compartment inside the board to store the pieces. The compartment panel is held on with magnets for a clean look.
The quick video shows how the compartment works.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Oil
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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
Shaker Cabinet Doors
I used the easy frame and panel doors instructions to build 4 new large cabinet doors for my hallway cabinets! I painted them Sherwin Williams Alabaster. You can find my full blog post about them here: http://www.leapoffaithcrafting.com/make-shaker-cabinet-doors/
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$40
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Lowe's paint in Alabaster Sherwin Williams color
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Harriet Outdoor Table & Chairs
When I saw these plans I couldn't wait to build them for my deck. I'm so happy to finally have some outdoor furniture, especially solid wood pieces that I built myself. Thanks Ana!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Rust-Oleum High Gloss White Outdoor Paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Comments
Mon, 06/06/2011 - 10:38
Beautiful! Love this, thank
Beautiful! Love this, thank you so much for sharing!
Custom King Bed Frame
This was my 2nd woodworking project. My wife had been asking for a farmhouse bed for some time, so I figured I'd go for it. The end result was even better than I was hoping. It came together really well and the bed is just perfect. Thank you Ana for the plans!
I used the Ana White Queen Bed and King Bed plans as guides, as well as another blog called A Lesson Learned. I modified the dimensions to fit our specific bed, then I drew up the plans using Sketchup and got to work. All the wood is pine from Home Depot. The total project took a couple months because I could only work on it on weekends and didn't have full days to commit to it. In the end though, totally worth it and we love the bed!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
~$250 (not completely sure of that as I didn't track it, but with the lumber & everything, it was probably $200-$300)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax Pre Stain
Minwax Weathered Oak Stain
Minwax Clear Satin Polyurethane
Minwax Weathered Oak Stain
Minwax Clear Satin Polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Corner cabinet
My mom had been wanting a corner cabinet in her dining room forever but every one we found was mad expensive. So I built her one as a gift. She loves it! I used left over paint from her dining room walls so the colors match exactly.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$100. Paint was free as it was left over.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Interior wall paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Factory Cart Coffee Table
I used Ana's plans for her factory cart coffee table to create my new coffee table. It was super easy and cheap! I used 1x10's for the sides to make it a bit taller. I found my casters at Northern Tool for $12 a piece. That was the main cost of the table. I used Gorilla Glue and 2" nails to hold everything together. I had it done in a couple hours and I love it! You can see more details at http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2011/06/crate-coffee-table-reveal.html !
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$85
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Dark Walnut stain and 1 coat of Polycrylic Semi-Gloss
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Camp Loft Bed with Matching Doll Sized Loft Bed
We made this loft bed for my daughter's 4th birthday. I did all of the cuts, sanding, and painting on my own, and had my husband help me with the assembly of the bed. It took us 2 full days to complete this build. The sanding and painting was the most tedious part of the project. I think it cost us about $150 for all of the lumber, paint, screws, etc.
My daughter's really into playing with 18" dolls right now, so I decided to make a mini version of her loft bed for her dolls. I think it turned out really well and she absolutely loves it! The doll sized loft bed only cost about $15 to make (including wood, foam for the mattress and fabric). You can't beat that price for a wooden doll bed...and what little girl wouldn't love a matching bed for her dolls?!?!
I'm so happy with how both beds turned out!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Semi-gloss paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
