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I made this farmhouse storage bed using three different plans! For the headboard and footboard I used the plans for the regular (with no storage) Farmhouse bed. For the storage and bed part I used the farmhouse storage bed plans. I also put the footboard on hinges so that I could access the huge amount of storage under the bed. I got that idea from someone else on here who posted it. Hers had a built in box below the footboard for storage but I just really like having the massive space under there. (My kids think its their fort!) We also put 2x2 kickstands on hinges on the sides behind the footboard so that we could stand the footboard as a table. (I really don't think that feature will get utilized but oh well)! I'm very happy with how this bed turned out! This is the coolest coolest bedroom set I've ever had and I paid the smallest amount for it!!! It blows my mind! I did not add drawers because I really like the open look better. Thanks for these plans Ana and anyone else whose I looked at!

SUPER excited about my table and benches I got to make with my dad. We spent the weekend doing this and I was so surprised how easy it was! It took hard work but I am proud of the outcome. I decided to go with the aged grey chalk paint. I sanded to make it distressed. Then, I put polycrylic seal on it. I did about 3 coats as it will be a high traffic area. Plus, I didn't want to bother with wax after reading reviews of having to redo it. 

Built the Rustic X console table to use as my entertainment center it works perfect for my 42in flat screen, PS3, and dish receiver. I did not use the x's and stained it with red mahogany stain and gloss brushing lacquer.

We've had our bed on a small metal frame for years with the hopes of someday finding a bed frame that we liked. With the family out of town, I decided to try and build one after getting this site from a friend (LSU Builder). The steps and materials were a HUGE help! I only had to make a small amount of changes from the original plans....most notably adding additional 2x4's to each headboard leg along with one in the middle. This created more space to connect the headboard to the body of the frame with the bolts. This was the first time I'd ever used a Kreg jig to create pocket holes. I will definitely use these for other projects as they seem to be extremely strong.
All in all, I will definitely be using the site for additional plans. I'm an intermediate "wood worker" and really enjoy tackling projects. Thanks!0

What a great project. This was a lot of fun to build, I built it on our patio in our apartment. I made some mistakes, but it was fun. Thank you for the plans. I hope you like the pics. Comments or questions welcomed!

i used the a modified rustic x coffee table plan. i did not use the x and used kiln dried 2x4s for most everything except the bottom shelf i used 2 1x12x4 because they are $6.50 each compared to $20-25 each for 8ft and i cut the 2x2 out of the kiln dried 2x4s there was a fair amount of waste but the kiln dried 2x4s are much nicer to work with then green 2x6s.i stained in a red mahogany stain and gloss brushing lacquer. The top took 8 2x4s cut to just shy of 48" do i could get two from each piece. i shorted the table frame to match. if you are using green wood like i did on my first table the rustic x console table you will notice cracks forming in knots especially. using kiln dried lumber is recommended to ensure your project will last.

This desk was originally my great aunt's sewing desk. After 47 years it's been passed down to me. I decided to paint it blue with a chalkboard paint top. I antiqued it using my little sander and some Minwax Red Mahogany stain. I spray painted the drawer pulls to update them and finished everything with Minwax Furniture Wax on the blue and chalk on the chalkboard finish. Now I just need to get up and sew.

Made this tv stand for a friend. Took the idea from the x console but changed it a little. 

This was my and my husband's first project and it was easier than expected. There were slight imperfections with the drawers, but they were hidden by the faces and trim. It was our first time using a Kreg jig and we LOVED it!! We will be building furniture for Christmas presents this year, we are hooked!! The project took one weekend to build, and we spent around 4-5 hours a day.... remember we are newbies so we had to refer to the plan ... a lot! We went with the plywood top and it is sturdy and we can't wait to paint it and get it looking like a finished product. My husband was testing the daybed sans mattress.

Easy and fun plan for a great looking coffee table. I changed the top a bit by adding two 2x2's and a 1x3 in the center, the five 2x6's looked a little plain to me. I also added an X in the front, I don't know why but really I really like it, almost gives it an open storage feel. The strain is "weathered gray" by rust oleum.

I built another record cabinet for a client.  I actually made two since because the person wanted 12 drawers!

More details and photos on my blog if interested:

http://www.woodworkingfourdummies.com/blog/vinyl-record-cabinet

Cheers,

Ian

Here is my version of the Cyndi Console Table. Made from poplar with oak backing. Took me about a week working on it in the evenings.

I made this rolling kitchen island out of pine using plans found on Ana White's website. For the top I wanted to do something different. I found a tub of wooden blocks in the storeroom; they belonged to my husband's grandfather.

The blocks were made out of all different kinds of wood. I used a plywood base and simply glued them on then added a pine edge. I love the way it looks!

The back is open halfway so that when it is pulled out it can be used as a desk or small table.

The stool is from Ana White as well.

I wanted to build a desk for my son that had a compartment for storing his things. I also wanted it to have a place for him to pin his drawings up so I added a corkboard. I modified Ana's scrap lap desk plans and this is what I came up with. I also built him a matching chair. I think it turned out great!! 

I just swooned when Ana posted her Tab-top curtain tutorial! I decided right then and there I'd be tackling all of the window treatment-less windows in my new home using her instructions. I'm no whiz on the sewing machine but I couldn't be happier with the way my curtains turned out!! No joke, if I can do this, so can you!!

I made the green shelf in my living room all by myself a couple years ago from Ana's Painter's Ladder Shelf plans. :-) It used to be red but I refinished it to match the decorating scheme in my new house. I love how everywhere you look in my home you see some piece of furniture or project that came about as a direct result of finding and embracing Ana's DIY spirit!! My curtains are no exception. :-)

I've made the curtains for my living room and my bedroom, and I just started the set for my boys' bedroom tonight. I've gotten better with each set, and this third time around I'm pretty confident in what I'm doing. Lucky for my kids, they're going to get the best set, lol!

I'd already been agonizing over what to do for curtains in my bedroom and I fell instantly in love with the fabric Ana used for hers. I already had bedroom linens that would match perfectly so I went ahead and snagged a few yards. All three of the fabrics I've used have been in the Waverly Home Decor line. The patterns are fun and modern, the price is right, the quality is great and I've always been able to find the perfect design. I usually buy from Fabric.com as it tends to be cheaper once you search for readily available online coupons.

I've really enjoyed making my window treatments! I get to have exactly what I want, in a better quality for a better price than I would ever be able to find in a store. It takes me about a day to finish a set (or at least the first two did) and I have relished the excuse to watch girly movies or listen to music while I get these babies sewn. I've had my first two sets done for 4 & 6 months respectively and they still bring me such joy every day.....give it a try, you wont regret it!!

This was not my first build, but it was the first time I have done miter cuts. It was an easy to follow plan. The hardest part was trying to decide on the stain color! I am thrilled with the way it turned out. This table will easily seat 10 people which will be perfect for parties and dinners.

We made the entry way bench down to 40 inches.  It was my first Ana project.  Will do many more!   www.amyjoprice.com