My Farmhouse Table and Bench
Finally completed my Farmhouse table and bench today and couldn't wait to post pics (brag). Many, many thanks to Ana for sharing her talents with us. I am thoroughly enjoying my new hobby.
Finally completed my Farmhouse table and bench today and couldn't wait to post pics (brag). Many, many thanks to Ana for sharing her talents with us. I am thoroughly enjoying my new hobby.
This man crate is a gift for a co worker who is retiring. We'll put all his keepsake gifts in here and he'll have to open it with a crowbar. :) The dimensions on this were adjusted to the size of 17" long, 12" wide, and 10 3/4" high (about the size of a case of copier paper). It is made with 1/2" birch plywood and poplar craft boards. I chose to use the hardwood plywood since I found out folks would be signing it, and it's much easier to write on this with a ballpoint pen than on regular plywood. Plus, less sanding for me to do ! ;)
To keep it from being so heavy when it's filled, I substituted 1/4" plywood for the top and bottom, and left the trim off of the ends. I arranged the pieces so the trim on the front & back covered the cut ends of the 1/2" plywood.
The lettering was traced on (it's "Stencil" font, in 105 pt size, printed from Powerpoint) using a ballpoint pen to dent the surface, then a black Sharpie pen to outline. Hubby thought it looked nice just with the letters in outline, and that's shown in the picture.
Also on this one, I made a little gift tag with some clip-art, and mod-podge'd it to the bottom.
Tue, 11/19/2013 - 16:03
The man crate was a big hit at the retirement party! I think we're starting a tradition ;) We had his wife stash the crowbar, and when it was time for him to open it, we asked, "does anyone have a crowbar?" - and then his wife said, "Here you go!" and pulls one out of her shoulder bag! It was a hoot! :)
I loved the idea of building a washer and dryer pedestal for extra laundry basket storage underneath! Sashua's is beautiful so I took her idea and modified it a bit to work for me. My washer is very, very heavy and I was worried that if there was no support under the weight in the middle, it would start to bow and sag. The original plan also put the washer too high for me to have been able to use without a step stool. So in my modification I screwed cleats into the 2X4 frame of the laundry room wall, placed the 3/4" plywood on top of it and screwed it in. In the front, I used 4X4's as the two corner leg supports and then added two 1X6 supports in the front center, creating three laundry basket bays. I placed it directly onto the floor as opposed to building the bottom base. This saved me money since I was able to buy half the lumber and also allowed me to lower the height of the platform while leaving enough space for my baskets. The top of my platform is approximately 14 1/2" high, which is just low enough so that I can see into the soap filling compartment at the top of the washer. Being that I'm only 5'2" I would have needed to use a step stool to use my washer at the original 19 1/2" plan height. I framed the top edge of the platform with 2X2's, to ensure that my washer or dryer never walked off the edge. Finally, I added some trim along the front edge and around the legs and that's it!
Mon, 02/15/2016 - 12:25
I REALLY like this modified version, I think it looks GREAT! when you say you screwed cleats to the back wall, are you talking a 2x4 across the back fastened to the studs, or what did you use? I think my wife would love this version, and I may just have to get started on one myself.
We have our new chicks in a 2’x4’ stock tank as a brooder. Since it’s outside on a covered porch, I wanted something to keep predators out, but also to allow our kids to reach in and hold the chicks—they love holding them! I built the 32”x54”x32” enclosure with 2x4s and hardware cloth. The bottom and sides are sealed with wire and the top has a lid that closes securely with a latch on either side. The steps are perfect for our kids to stand on so they can reach in to refill the food and water and pet or hold the chicks.
I did this bed today in just a few hours. I am new to this site and have lots of project to be posted. I thank my wife for the lovely display. I am stationed in the Navy overseas and good furniture is hard to come by. The Euro makes stuff expensive and the military store carries lots of expensive "cheap" stuff. I started with a picnic table for the kids this past summer and my Facebook went out of control with request to build stuff. So, I do a lot of look a likes. I get to build things and my fellow service members get nice furniture for the cost of wood.(I get a little for me too). I hope you enjoy my projects because there are many more to come. If you want plans just ask I keep them in my head and can type them down and email them to you. Thanks Ana White for the great ideas! Happy New Year everyone.
The plans were great! I hadn't built anything this big before but just followed the instructions step by step. I did also built a base to put it on (pavers on sand then pressure treated 2x6 frame). It took quite a while but that's just mostly because I had "helpers" and had to work on it when I had a spare minute. I was pleasantly surprised by how much we were able to pack in there. We added electricity and made a few other modifications to a larger shed we had so my husband could use that as an office. I built this to store all the tools, yard equipment, etc that we moved out of there.
I used your plans for the painted barn doors using plywood but modified them and stained the door instead.
I haven't done much wood working but I found Ana White's plan and followed along with her video. Was able to easily assemble this beautiful table in one afternoon. Next step, sanding and finishing. I'm definitely going to try more projects.
Made this for my son's playroom. I added the cross supports in the base to make a sturdier chair.
Thu, 01/05/2012 - 07:25
I LOVE the fabric! I could never get tired of cowboys!
We built this table for some friends and the build went great!
She brought over a table leg so that we could try to compliment their existing stain colors. I used "American Walnut" when maybe I should have used "Special walnut". It turned out a little reddish and I'm worried that she wont like it. I think it's beautiful but I'm so nervous!
What do you think about the finish?
Fri, 11/22/2013 - 09:54
Don't worry, it came out beautiful and the finish looks fine! They will be happy and thankful for your efforts. Besides, the style these days isn't to be so "matchy matchy" anyway. Great job!
In reply to They'll love it by spiceylg
Fri, 11/22/2013 - 18:22
Thanks! They actually really loved it. I'm sooo relieved. Turns out her husband loves red wood stains. :) There is just something about hand built furniture. It is never perfect but it always has soul.
Started as a tool chest for garage and after reading a article on ana white about finishings thought I would give it a tfy
I modified the block dimensions so the smallest blocks are cubic. I also only made four levels of blocks so that the blocks could be stacked into two levels with just eight cubes' worth of empty space. This simplifies storage, and works with the lid I made out of 1x4s to complement the tray that's in Ana's plans. The tray and the lid fasten together with window sash hardware.
I spent forever on this project because it was my first and I was trying to make it perfect. Watching my little one play with it, I now appreciate how soft pine is and how fast kids distress it!
Loved this plan from Ana. Easy to follow and looks great. 100% reclaimed cedar.
Thu, 05/11/2023 - 19:39
Awesome build, thanks so much for sharing!
This is a Chippendale Chest of Drawers in Cherry. I did it a couple of years ago and it is still holding up very well. It was my first experience with ogee bracket feet and I was very happy with the way the feet turned out. It is a lot easier than it looks. There is no secondary wood, it is wholly out of American Black Cherry (prunus seritina). It took about four months to build and it has exposed dovetails on the top as the carcass is dovetailed together. Brasses are from bail pull type brasses.
This was my first build! I combined 2 of Ana White's plans, the King size Farmhouse bed with the Queen size storage bed, I didn't do drawers as the cubbies worked better. So this was a nice merge of two of the plans! LOVE LOVE LOVE our bed, and the 2 tone stain/paint combo.
Mon, 11/25/2013 - 07:53
My wife asked me to find a bed idea for our little girls room. She said she wanted her to have a bed with storage. Well I think I found the bed I am going to build her. Now the fun part making it into a twin size! I like it so much I am going to build one for us in our bedroom. Again I love it great job!!!
In reply to Fantastic!!! by joshuaaslocum15
Mon, 11/25/2013 - 10:31
Let me know if you have any questions modifying the plans :) I think if you start from the queen storage one and modify that, you'll get it right for twin size :) such a sense of accomplishment when it's done!
In reply to Fantastic!!! by joshuaaslocum15
Mon, 11/25/2013 - 10:31
Let me know if you have any questions modifying the plans :) I think if you start from the queen storage one and modify that, you'll get it right for twin size :) such a sense of accomplishment when it's done!
This is a craft table following the Modern Craft Table Plans. There were some adjustments to increase the size of the table to fit the entire width of the window. The final dimensions of the top turned out at 72" x 36" and fits my wifes cutting sheet perfectly on top with no overhang. The project did turn out a little taller than anticipated (built it as if it was a standing workbench or elevated) so that posed an issue with the foot pedal but overall, the wife approves. Future additions may be to add a drawer and attach a couple of adjustable lights, but on to other projects to improve her craft room.
Sun, 11/21/2021 - 13:10
Looks great…. Where are the plans ? Is there a link I’m not seeing?
I started with the Triple Cubby Storage Base plan, built two 2x4 walls, and a floating shelf. The walls are 4x7 and were attached inside the house with hex bolts. The walls are attached to the cubby shelf with L brackets. The floating shelf is attached to the wall with 3.5 inch screws and a couple L brackets at the end. Barn wood covers the wall and is attached with brad nails and black sheet rock nails. There are six total 2" wheels under the cubby shelf. We put felt under the bottom part of the wall that touches the floor.
I just Built two of these for my wife and I. the plan was great and easy to follow for the most part i would really suggest spending as much time on the drawers as possible it makes such a big difference getting them to slide easily. now hopefully with anyluck ana will find time in her busy life to post a farmhouse tallboy dresser plan or something close to it!
We built this media console because our old TV stand was pretty much a safety hazard for our soon-to-be mobile baby. We found a good plan in The Handbuilt Home and modified it to our dimensions with the help of Sketch Up. We couldn't be happier with the final product!
Comments
Ana White
Fri, 12/30/2011 - 00:58
What a breathtakingly
What a breathtakingly beautiful farmhouse table and bench! Thank you for sharing, I'm so impressed and inspired!
lmaniscola
Fri, 12/30/2011 - 07:57
What kind of stain is that?
What kind of stain is that? Its beautiful.
Tinia
Fri, 12/30/2011 - 12:52
Wow! Georgeous!
Wow! Georgeous!
10todd
Fri, 12/30/2011 - 18:23
Thanks!
Thanks for the compliments! Imaniscola, I used Minwax ebony stain. Just one coat. Then, I applied 4 coats of Minwax water-based poly in a clear satin. It was my first time using the ebony stain and I am very pleased with it.
laurakc181
Sat, 12/31/2011 - 04:32
This looks fantastic! Great
This looks fantastic! Great work :)
Jessica Bischoff (not verified)
Sun, 01/08/2012 - 12:40
Love this!
I love this! You should sell this or any other woodworking you have like on Etsy. If you did I would definitely buy this! Awesome job!