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After school storage

I loved the idea of the charging cubbies and the storage area in this plan!
I needed something a little shorter, for my three younger boys to be able to reach the hooks, though. I modified the plans a bit for this. I also opted out on the drawers and just left the cubbies open. With my boys, the more simple something is to use, the more likely they will make the effort ;)

I added a 2x4 to the back for hooks. I wanted the wall color to show through the back, so I didn't use a back piece.

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
valspar black and natural wood with satin poly
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

kimara

Thu, 08/30/2012 - 22:28

I am very new to building. I was looking all over the site for something exactly like this. Is there any way you could post your demensions? I know I should be able to figure something out, but yours looks perfect. I love it! Great job and thanks for sharing your project!

In reply to by kimara

little stuf

Fri, 08/31/2012 - 09:07

Kimara,
I'm so glad you like this! It has worked out perfect! Even my four year old uses his hooks!

The dimensions had to be specific for myself. Otherwise, it wouldn't have worked in the game room.

31 1/2"(L) x 12 3/4"(W) x 51"(H)

Let me know if you have anymore questions...

God Bless :)

miked54610

Mon, 08/19/2019 - 03:43

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Dining Room Shelves

My shelves are about 2.5 ft long. I wanted a display area in my dining room to show off some plates I had made for my boyfriend a while back.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$30.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
One coat Rustoleum Dark Walnut stain with one coat Miniwax Gunstock stain on top. Two coats of polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

My first build

Submitted by Angmic74 on Wed, 05/20/2020 - 23:31

Ana- I can’t thank you enough this was my very first build-EVER. With guidance from my hubby, I was able to build this beautiful pottery bench/ bar. Definitely wish I would have stained some pieces prior to assembling but live and learn. I’m officially hooked on helping in the shop and doing some of my “honey do’s” myself!

Built from Plan(s)

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Rabbit Cage

Submitted by blouden on Fri, 07/13/2012 - 23:30

I have a pet ferret that has little room to run around. So I seen this rabbit/ferret cage at the pet store. It was about $150 or so. So I took a pic of it on my phone, and found the Google Sketch app, and watched some videos, and now I have plans for the cage. Some 2x2's, 1x8's, plywood, chicken wire, and some locks and hinges for the ramp an lid.... Still tweaking it, but hopefully it will work out.

Estimated Cost
$50-60
Finish Used
Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Flip top desk

Submitted by queenofdiy on Thu, 05/01/2014 - 13:04

I loved the style of this desk but needed it to be quite a bit smaller. I reduced the measurements down from 48 inches wide to 28 inches wide. This required only 4 foot long 1x12. I added just one 15 inch wide faux drawer on the front. This was incredibly easy to build. It took me longer to paint and stain the timber than it did to build it.

Estimated Cost
Around $50
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Fire Table Sectional and corner conversation set!!! Perfect!!!!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 08/02/2016 - 14:45

This was the first time I had ever worked with some of the tools and really done any serious building.  We built a new deck onto the back of my home and I could not stand the cost of the furniture to make it complete.  Thank you Anna I have become fearless with tools!!  Our deck has become even more special!!

Estimated Cost
Furniture ~ $280
Cushions ~ $250
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Laundry Sorter

Submitted by CPeezy on Sat, 05/23/2020 - 20:17

My wife had begged and begged for something like this, so I took the plunge. This was my first build and I’m getting the itch to try other things! We built the ship lap wall and sign together as well!

Comments

Rustic X Coffee Table

Used the plans as provided by Ana for the Rustic X Coffee Table.

I built this table using barn wood I reclaimed from a farmstead in Saline, MI which I dismantled in 2010. Interestingly enough, during the dismantling, the farmstead served as a movie set for the filming of Cedar Rapids, starring Ann Hesche, John C. Riley and Sigourney Weaver.

Thanks for looking,
Mike

Estimated Cost
$150.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Natural wax finish.
Clear wax used on base and bottom shelf with a combination of light brown and clear wax applied to the tabletop, enhancing the natural rich patina of the reclaimed wood.

http://www.facebook.com/AmericanHeritageLumberCompany
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

American Herit…

Fri, 07/20/2012 - 16:42

Thank you for your compliment, much appreciated!!
I'm fortunate to have been working with reclaimed wood for eleven years now and the outcome never ceases to amaze me once the finish is applied.
Thanks again.

Mike

Bethany's birthday playhouse loft

I built this for my daughter's 5th birthday. She didn't actually have a bed in her room and this seemed like a great opportunity to dust off some of my skills.

It was a big project, but worth it all when I saw how much she LOVES it.

Estimated Cost
$200--but I got the lumber for free
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Valspar Signature paints from Lowes--Princess Pink (CI218), Tree Frog Green (CI244), & Rocker Girl (CI261).
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

X Console

Submitted by fresh5150 on Sat, 08/06/2016 - 17:53

I love this X Console! Thanks for the plans! 

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Free! I used scrap wood out of dumpsters at construction sites :) The stain was $6
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax grey stain, clear satin polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Adirondack Chairs

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 05/25/2020 - 05:14

Thanks for the easy instruction. I modified it little bit.

Bunk Bed Shelf Organizer

Submitted by BethStew5 on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 21:51

I had just finished my daughter's playhouse loft bed when I saw this plan. It was super easy to build and I used all left over wood from the playhouse. I used 6-inch boards for the sides and shelves since that was what I had left over. Other than that, I followed this plan exactly. Thanks for posting!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Seasonal And Holiday

Rocking Moses Basket Stand

Built at 31 weeks, rockers were indeed tricky. Would recommend leaving top of rockers straight. My doctor objected to me staining it myself so my mom did it for me.

Built from Plan(s)
Finish Used
Minwax Polyshades Tudor Satin and Antique Walnut Satin
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Rustic X Console ~ my most pinned post!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 08/10/2016 - 12:30

Hands down one of the most popular items I get asked to build!

Thank-you Ana for the awesome plans. 

~ Alexis Rustic Decor

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Special Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmhouse bedside table

Submitted by helman6 on Tue, 05/26/2020 - 05:56

Farm House bedside table made of cypress. Bottom shelf inset.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$70
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Danish oil.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Farmhouse Medicine Cabinet

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 02/13/2024 - 12:42

A medicine / bathroom vanity I built for my son’s master bathroom. Constructed of 3/4 oak veneer , 1x2 and 1x3 red oak for the face frames and doors. I used a combination of dowels and dominos to assemble. The metal for the doors was purchased at The HD. Finished off with Minwax English Chestnut stain and 4 coats of Shellac.

Gary Fox

Little Helper Towers

Submitted by kmetter on Mon, 05/12/2014 - 07:40

Took the dimensions for the little helper towers and used the 24 inch width so it can accommodate two kids. Built two of these for my nephew, one for his house and one for my parents. Took 3 days of work, so I must not be as efficient as everyone else, but boy does he love them. Been eating all of his meals in his "tower" ever since he got them. Makes the effort worth it! One note: I couldn't get the pocket screws to work at all, ended up destroying a few pieces of wood which required an extra trip to the lumber yard. I would suggest just using counter bores.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
70 each
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Simple Stain from Home Depot with a varnish.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Alden's Computer desk

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 08/14/2016 - 10:25

I built the computer desk for mom to replace on of those cheap press-wood desk. This was not build from an existing plan.

Estimated Cost
approximately $60.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Bombay Mahogany wood stain (gloss). I also used a coat of lacquer on the top to provide additional protection.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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