My first build from ana-white.com was maybe more intricate than I should have done for a first project, but we needed a bar so that's what I did. In the end I was able to learn so much: using the kreg jig, the saws, building doors and drawers, getting things square (or not and redoing it). Mistakes were made but I learned so much! In the end the thing stands up straight and looks pretty dern good in our dining room. I was able to complete this project in 6 weeks while working full time (my many learning experiences added to the time, lol).
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Oak Boards: $600, Hardware: $30, Finish: $40
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax Gel Stain in Aged Oak (1 coat) + Miniwax Satin Poly
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
moosmani
Sun, 06/30/2013 - 09:17
It looks beautiful!
It looks beautiful!
Joni
Sun, 06/30/2013 - 09:35
Beautiful job!
I can't believe this is your first build. It's outstanding!
terdickison
Mon, 07/01/2013 - 10:17
Gorgeous!
Would you come to my house and build me a bar? This easily looks like something you'd have to pay $1000 or more for at Pottery Barn or Restoration Hardware. Nice job. Go have a drink.
Aubrey
Tue, 01/07/2014 - 08:30
This settles it. Woodworking
This settles it. Woodworking is my new skill for 2014. I pick something every year to build upon. Last year was sewing and I love that. But this is the piece from pottery barn i've been salivating over for a few years. It will be mine!
Ana White
Wed, 11/05/2014 - 13:03
This is a great build! Thanks for sharing!
Love it! Great Job!