http://ana-white.com/2010/09/pb-kids-caroline-craft-table
*** apologies for the missing baseboard in the photo- we are in the midst of a remodel ***
We wanted a high quality table so we researched the Parker Play Table ($1200) and the Carolina Craft Table- ($600).
In the research i found the plans for the Carolina table on this site- and modified them a bit (we wanted the removable storage top).
We painted the top with White board on one side and Chalkboard on the other.
The table has 22" legs and they can be changed out with a second set of legs when our daughter gets taller.
There is plenty of storage for all the art supplies in the unit and a art paper dispenser on the end.
The unit is made of poplar on the inside and the legs and facia are all red oak- a very dense and beautiful wood.
All exterior screws are counter sunk and hidden under face grain wood plugs that are surface sanded. i chose to do no finish as the wood grain is beautiful- although i may do a timber oil or tung oil at some point -
the project took about 2 days total time- $150 in supplies (including paint) and the piece feels substantial..... like it will be used for my daughters children.
you will want to have access to a table saw and some clamps, wood plugs and a countersink bit for your drill
