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Farmhouse bench / table project
The table and bench project were awesome. I got a lot of inspiration from these, and have built 4 table so far. After posting the first one on Facebook, everyone wanted one. The one thing I would recommend is to really pay close attention to the lumber you're buying, make sure it straight and the edges are not chipped, to ensure all yourights seams match up, and your project ends up square. A tip to alleviate all this, is to buy everything wider than you need, and rip it straight through your table saw. What I mean is, if the table top calls for 2x10's, then buy 2x12's instead, and rip them down to 10 inches, so you're seams match up perfectly. It may cost a tad bit more, but you will definitely be happier with the end result.
Garden Tool Storage
Super easy and useful project. I made mine 8 ft. long because my studs are on 24 in. centers and I had a lot of tools to hang. It was fun building it and even more fun getting all those tools and things off the floor.
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Little yellow console table
I combined the workbench console and tryde console plans to make this perfect for our upstairs hall.
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Scrap wood mirror with hooks
This was made from scrap wood, a cheap $5.00 mirror and some hooks. This hangs near my front door and I hang scarves and bags on it. Always good to have a mirror to double check yourself before you leave the house. It was based on Ana White's Craftsman Frame.
Side Street Bunk Beds
Capped railing and head/foot board for a different look. Did not like the look of the carriage bolts so sunk those in and used buttons to cover. Modified slope and added hooks to ladder so we could remove to vacuum etc. Would of added one more step if I were to do it again. My guys are little so added railings to back side top and bottom and extended railings.
Large Wooden Dog Crate End Table
It was a straight forward project and the plans were excellent and easy to follow. We did purchase the Kreg Jig and that takes a little practice to get it right but it does make an extremely strong joint. We applied three coats of paint and one coat of stain on the top. This is for our German Shepherd and he loves it. It took us three or four days just because we worked on it a little bit each evening.
Grandy Sliding Door Console
Had to trim a little off the barn door track so they would fit, but overall, great project!
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Fri, 12/30/2016 - 20:44
Where did you get the hardware from?
I haven't got the doors on my console yet as I can't find the right hardware for the right price!
Looks great, love the shortened version!
Modern Adirondack Chairs
Ana,
I needed to replace some old dark adirondack chairs to match a pine table. I was about to order them but with Coivid there was going to be a long delay, so I decided to build them.
Your plans were perfect, easy to follow, I built (4), production got easier with each one and learned some new skills.
Gratefully,
DS Humarock, MA
Rustic Console Table
I followed the plan, and used plain pine wood. The wood cost $106 at my local Home Depot. The Kreg R3 Jr. Jig, Clamp and Screws I already had from a previous project. This is a weekend project. Biggest obstacle here is to make sure the shelves stay level. After it was built I sanded everything with 180 grit before going to the staining step.
Stain... I made a pot of STRONG Tetly Black Tea and painted the entire table. I decided to go with this Oxidizing Stain (http://www.sweetpickinsfurniture.com/2011/01/how-to-weather-new-wood.ht…) for the wood. The Black Tea increases the tannins in the wood, which makes a stronger reaction in the woodgrain after you apply the oxidizing solution. After the solution dried I sanded lightly with 180 grit again and now it's ready for Wipe-On Poly to be applied.
Just one small hint.. The Oxidizing Solution takes a few days to react, so plan accordingly. I let mine set for 7 days before use.
Braden Shoe Drawer, Hutch and Mail Sorter Entry System
Thank you for helping our family stay organized and keeping our entryway clean.
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Printer's Console or Sneaky Litterbox Cabinet? Cat Litter Box Cabinet
I had been wanting to build something to hide the litterbox for a long time. When I saw the Printer's Console plan, I knew this was the perfect plan for a cat litter box furniture. I loved that Jen Woodhouse's version was completely modified to her bar plan, so I thought I could modify for my litterbox idea. I modified the plans on size, as I was trying to use a bunch of mis-matched plywood. I also modified it to include a cat door, a cat passageway on interior panel, a vent on the back behind one of the drawers, and the stone top. I built a frame on the back to house the backing as an inset piece, as I didn't want it to be seen at all. I learned a very important lesson during this build. Not all 1x3s are created equal. Once I got my doors assembled, they were too big for the opening. I couldn't shave off the tiny amount needed, and couldn't make anything work short of starting over with 1x4s, sawing off a small amount, and cutting down the # of "drawers" (and handles). I wanted the inside to be fully finished (because cat pee on raw wood would not be good!). I had to finish certain "planes" prior to putting the thing together. I used kitchen and bath paint on the inside floor and sides for easy cleanup. The stone was carryover from construction on our house 12 years ago. The handles were an amazing deal @ $1.81/each .
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Sun, 11/25/2012 - 09:51
That is a fantastic idea and
That is a fantastic idea and the table top is beautiful.
Mon, 11/26/2012 - 09:38
That is the most beautiful
That is the most beautiful litter box I have ever seen!
Mon, 06/17/2013 - 12:23
So we are not crazy!
Love your use of the buffet. Our family has discussed making a piece of furniture like this for our smaller dog. Nice to see someone has done it! Our big dog has scheduled feedings but our little dog would prefer to be a free feeder. Poor thing chokes down his food in our pantry listening to our big dog breathing under the door waiting for him to finish. When he is done we open the door and the Big, greedy dog bolts in looking for left overs. A family member has to wait patiently for the little dog to finish so he can escape the pantry. I really don't want a doggy door in my pretty swinging bi-fold doors to my pantry which is also access to our kitchen.That would be a pain to have to keep closed all day. But this buffet idea is super cute! Thanks for the inspiration.
Fri, 01/09/2015 - 22:01
tile top
I know this is an old post, but I'll ask anyway
I love this piece and am in the planning stages for ours. Thank you for sharing!
I am Wondering how you went about the table top. Did you install a 3/4 ply on top but not flush, allowing room for mortar and tile? If so how much room did you allow for the tile/mortar? 1/2 inch? How did you keep the surface of the tile level and uniform? Lastly, did you seal the tile with anything when you finished?
Aesthetically, the tile top really sets this piece off and I really want to make my own.
Thanks
Rustic tv stand
Rustic tv stand made from pallets and reclaimed ship lap and 2x4's
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Mon, 09/08/2014 - 11:32
Beautiful Workbench Console!!!
This is so beautiful! I bet the reclaimed wood is even more beautiful in person!
Did you adjust the size?
Thanks so much for bragging!
Tue, 09/23/2014 - 20:39
Thanks Ana!!
I actually made this without the plans. I saw the picture on pinterest that wasnt linked to your site and just made my own plans for it. If I recall, I made it 5ft in length. BTW, big fan of yours! Your plans are so detailed and your pieces give me so much inspiration as a fellow furniture builder. If you have time I'd love for you to check out my facebook page, jennamaedesigns, and tell me what you think. I'm new to the building bizz but I love it! Thanks again for commenting
Thanks for a super project!
I used cedar, stainless steel rails and finished with marine spar varnish. Gave to my son for Christmas to hold his smoker/barbeque! Thanks for the super project idea!
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Over the Bed tree house
The directions on this aren't very clear and there's a few that I think are off all together. It came together fine with some adjustments and the kid like it so alls well that ends well, I guess.
Farmhouse table - Tobacco farm wood
The end result of this project was incredible. The table is 3ft x 6ft x 31inches - Built with Tennessee tobacco farm wood. I used KREG for all the joining, even the legs. Finished it with the one and only Annie Sloan Paint/Wax combination.
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Bookshelf Cubby for Fabric Drawers
This was an easy build and I'm so happy with the finish. I used Hilary's oxidizing vinegar solution first. I didn't feel it was "grey" enough so I put on a coat of Minwax Weathered Grey. Let dry. Added a coat of Minwac Special Walnut and finished with Pastewax. Love, love, love! They are very sturdy!