My 11 year old is a girlie girl and has been asking my wife and I for the American Girl Star Armoire cabinet for 2 years. I found a similar plan here on Ana-White's Plan page. I decide to use a little nice quality wood (Aspen) instead of just a clear pine wood. It turned out nicer than even I could have expected.
My daughter got this for her 11 Bday this past Sunday and has already filled the cabinet with all her special AG Dresses. I added my own twist by putting a 1/4" Chalkboard back on it so she can use it to play school with her AG Dolls.
I have a couple people interested in making one for them for Christmas. :)
My next project will be one of the bunk-beds featured on Ana's website.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$72.00 (Material & Hardware ONLY)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
My friend has a "cup gun" sprayer and the cabinet has 3 coats of white paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Comments
bhammond
Fri, 11/15/2013 - 17:19
Love it!
Beautiful cabinet, and what a treasure for your daughter! How did you make the star so flawlessly?
Nice work!