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Nathan's Montreal Canadians bed

Submitted by Corinne67 on Fri, 01/06/2012 - 16:04

Our nephew Nathan really wanted a captain's bed like his friend. We built him one even better for Christmas this year. I couldn't find one plan with everything we wanted to I used the plans for the Storage Daybed for the base, and used the plans for the Cozy Corner twin bed collection wide bookcase unit. We combined both the headboard and sideboard into one unit (by extending the top to the short end) giving him an L shaped headboard for all his hockey stuff :) The only thing we messed up on was the height of the bookcase. He wanted it higher so it's on blocks for now to raise it. My sister did all the final painting to match his room and it looks AWESOME!!!

Steve had everything cut at work and we put it together in one 12 hour day! Nathan LOVES his new bed. Thank you Ana!

Built from Plan(s)
Storage Daybed
Cozy Corner Twin Bed Collection...WIDE BOOKCASE UNIT
Estimated Cost
about $125
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Nathan is a HUGE Montreal Canadian's fan. He applied 2 coats of wood primer, then his mom, my sister did the finishing paint with the official Montreal Canadians colours to match his room. A couple of little touch ups to be done but it looks great.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Lou-Anne (not verified)

Fri, 01/06/2012 - 21:24

The colors are the official Montreal Canadiens hockey team's colors, My son is a HUGE fan! Nathan LOVES his bed. and it is very solid.

Guest (not verified)

Fri, 01/06/2012 - 20:29

Ummm... The bookcases were too short because you didn't take the mattress height into account. Looks really good though.

Slatted Sofa Table

Submitted by raybwright on Sat, 02/13/2016 - 09:36

I based this design of the simple Sofa Table by Jenna Sue. Instead of a 2x8 across the top, I opted to use 1x4s side by side. This slatted look matched some of the other items in the house and to allowed me to create two hinged sections. These sections allow for easy access to wall plugs and include small notch for the cables to come through.

Built from Plan(s)
Sofa Table Featuring Jenna Sue Design
Estimated Cost
$35
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Wodd Finish Dark Walnut Stain with Minwax Clear Satin Polyeurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Herringbone Buffet

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 21:11

We wanted a large buffet for our hall and these plans were perfect. We modified the design to fit our needs, and painted the buffet a wonderful pop color that matched some accents throughout the house.

What really brought the project together was the herringbone top. We used 7 different species of wood sealed with poly and then finished with wax.

Blog Link
Check out my other projects. The furniture is mostly Ana White plans.
Built from Plan(s)
Grandy Barn Door Console
Estimated Cost
295
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Sealed the painted sides with a clear polyacrylic. Since we used so many different types of wood on the top we decided to let their natural tones shined and just cleaned with mineral spirits and sealed with polyeurethane. We used steel wool and wax to get to the sheen we wanted.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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2 Drawer Nightstand

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 05/31/2023 - 15:05

Thank you so much for your plan. I made some small changes. I used pine wood for the box sides and dividers, I moved the drawer faces to the outside and used 1/2 inch plywood for the drawer boxes to add some more space. The drawer faces have an inlaid to match my farmhouse bedroom I am currently building. The final product was stained with Minwax Golden Pecan and clear coated with warm semi-gloss.

Built from Plan(s)
Two Drawer/Shelf Modern Nightstand

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Bed for my teen princess

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 10:27

I built this bed for my daughters new “teen” room!! She loves it and I loved the cost and look if it ;)...

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Farmhouse Bed Frame
Estimated Cost
$130
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Media Cabinet Base of built-in

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 03/02/2016 - 11:21

First furniture project. It was a little intimidating - but once you get the cabinet squared everything else is just about precision cuts and patience to get the finish you want. Inset drawers are tough because they really show any mistakes.

Completed over 3 weekends.

My wife loves it! Our plan is to use this as the base of the built-in, and surround the TV with shelving up to the ceiling. Applying the concepts to this build will allow me to custom build the top unit, probably at some point next year.

 

Cheers!

Built from Plan(s)
Extra Long Buffet Cabinet
Estimated Cost
$1000
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Full Length Mirror

Submitted by AndyH on Wed, 03/09/2016 - 10:27

Full length mirror made from a cheap $10 unframed mirror from IKEA. Trimmed out with some 1 by 3, 1 by 4 and 1 by 2. Stained black and then painted white. sanded between coats of white to show some of black through and give antique worn look.

Estimated Cost
$35
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Stained black and then painted white. sanded between coats of white to show some of black through and give antique worn look.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Toddler bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 10/23/2019 - 09:35

Built this classic bed for my grandson. It was one of the easiest builds yet. All of Ana White's plans are super user friendly.

Built from Plan(s)
Lydia Toddler Bed
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax, dark walnut stain, polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Loft Bed in a Day

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 03/15/2016 - 06:21

Yes, really a bed in a day! It took 24 hours from the time we bought our supplies to completion. So much nicer than any store bought we looked at, these plans are really a breeze even though I had never tackled a project like this before.

Built from Plan(s)
Loft Bed as seen on HGTV Saving Alaska
Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

TWINNING!

Twin Farmhouse Storage Bed With Hinged Footboard.
After making a queen-size for myself, I built this twin-sized version for my niece. Along with a "Breakfast at Tiffany's inspired" theme, she got a new bed and a new bedroom for her 15th birthday.
For this version of the bed, I made just one storage cubby because it sits against a wall. With the addition of the hinged footboard, she has a secret vault for storing her Super Secret Teen items (or shoes or snowboards). I followed the traditional farmhouse bed design, omitting one 1x6 in the head/footboard panels. This way, it is not as wide and the storage cubby meets the bedpost on center.
(Again, my daughter modeling the hinging action).

Blog Link
"Breakfast At Tiffany's" Inspired Bedroom
Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Storage Bed with Hinged Footboard
Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Primed and painted with Olympic Heirloom Lace in Satin.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

kad050209 (not verified)

Tue, 09/11/2012 - 20:43

I'm wanted to make my daughter a bed simple to this... Was wondering, since you took one 1x6 piece out on each end... How many inches is the gap from the wall to bed? I want to have my DD's bed against the wall but, since she is only 3 I don't want a big gap for her to fall into! I hope you understand what I mean. Thanks.

birdsandsoap

Tue, 09/11/2012 - 21:53

The gap is actually determined by the widest part of the bed, which is the cap piece on the head and footboards. At most, your gap would be around 3 inches, but you can shove a foam pool noodle from the dollar store in that gap if you are concerned she will get stuck.

And just to be clear, I only removed (1) 1x6 from the headboard and (1) 1x6 from the footboard to match; not two boards from each panel. Wasn't sure if you understood.

Outdoor Canopy Daybed - First Project!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 07/28/2023 - 14:16

This was the first time I ever built anything - before this is hardly used a drill. It was big for a first build, and I did it entirely alone aside from a few text messages with questions. I added a couple little end tables to it for a book and a drink, and it’s now my favourite outside summer spot.

Facebook user @robyn.marie.3572

Built from Plan(s)
Outdoor Daybed with Canopy

Lighted Saltbox House

My wife went shopping one day in a primitive furniture shop and found this saltbox house that she loved. So I decided to get a picture of this house and build it myself. This project was a lot easier than I thought it would be. Hope you enjoy.

Estimated Cost
$18.00 for wood and left over paint sitting around.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
One layer of black paint, covered with one layer of cream paint, distressed and clear coated.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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candrea1402

Sun, 08/12/2012 - 13:45

Love this one could you possibly give me the dimensions ? would love to try building this

Ten dollar ledges

Submitted by Spolitte on Wed, 03/21/2012 - 20:50

Here are a few of the ten dollar ledges we added around the girls bed. We had no room for tables so we thought we would give this a try. It's working beautifully. We hung the ledges in studs and they are standing up to constant use perfectly. The girls have space for their most cherished nik naks and a drink in case they wake thirsty in the night. We couldn't be more pleased. Now I'm seeing the possibility for ledges in every room.

Built from Plan(s)
Gallery Ledge Shelves
Estimated Cost
6.00 minus the paint.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
No voc semi gloss for easy cleaning
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Toddler Bed

This was my second project from Ana White's plans. I felt confident in my new woodworking skills once I learned how to use the kreg jig for pocket holes. The child's table and chair I made came out so good, I decided why not try a toddler bed for my 4 yr old granddaughter. She loves her new bed. And I love how easy and fun it was to make.

I only had to make minor adjustments to the size to accomodate her mattress. I brought the footboard out to the edge of the legs because I needed to add an inch to the length, but the sides are set in like the plans. I also added a couple inches to the rail height since her mattress is 6 inches deep and I wanted it to be above the mattress.

I was afraid I couldn't get the rounded headboard neat, so I used the whole 6 inch board, adding to the height of the headboard a few inches. I also added the top board on the headboard because it just made it look cleaner on top. You might not be able to tell from the photo, but I did use the beadboard - I had a scrap the perfect size.

 

Blog Link
How to Build a Toddler Bed in a Day!
Built from Plan(s)
Traditional Wood Toddler Bed
Estimated Cost
$40
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Glidden Satin in White
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Outdoor lounging

I used the plans for Simple Outdoor Lounge Chair with a few modifications.  I used 2X8’s for a chunkier look.  I also adjusted the seat position slightly for more of an Adirondack seating feel.  It is finished with Cabot stain and seal (gold moon light). 

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Modern Outdoor Chair
Finish Used
Cabot stain and sealer - Gold Moonlight

Bunkbed a with trundle

This was a on the fly build no plans  just wanted to post it for ideas for everyone

Estimated Cost
200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax American walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Open Shelf Console with Modifications

Submitted by Stacie on Thu, 01/23/2014 - 07:32

I modified the size of the original plan to better fit the space. It is slightly deeper and taller than the plans. I also used a router to create a rabbet for the glass inserts in the doors.

The finish is a homemade chalk paint followed by multiple coats of furniture wax. The build itself was quick and straight forward, but the finish took the most time.

The console really pops in a room full of stained furniture. I love the look, shape, and versatility of it--thank you for sharing the plans!

Built from Plan(s)
Shanty Open Shelf Console
Estimated Cost
$75
Finish Used
I painted it with three coats of homemade chalk paint and followed by 3-4 coats of wax.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Val Manchuk

Thu, 01/23/2014 - 08:36

This project looks really good. I love the glass inserts and the color you chose.

Val @ artsybuildinglady.blogspot.ca