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I built the console table and liked it so much I decided to modify the plan to make a whole set. I made two side tables , and a coffee table. This is also the first time I installed drawer hardware. I was a bit intimidated but after watching a “how to” video from Anna it was pretty easy. I’m working on finishing the coffee table now. The stain is weathered oak. They’re finished with gloss lacquer.

This is perfect for our front room- (most) shoes fit in the storage baskets, and the hooks are perfect for scarves and coats in the winter, towels and life jackets in the summer. The top cubbies hold gloves and hats, as well as sunglasses, umbrellas and sun screen.

This was my second Ana White project and with this project I really began to feel like a builder. I did modify the plan to make it less tall to fit in the space I needed it for. I also added a front to the shelves because ultimately these were going to be used for starting plant cuttings and I want the front to cover up the plastic pots they are growing in.

The cost of the project is for 2 of the modified shelves and does not include the screws, putty, etc. Also, the time needed would change if you chose better boards than furring strips. Those take a lot of time to make nice at the start of the project. This would also go together quicker if you are only building one shelf instead of two (obviously!).

I'm very happy with the end result! I wrote 9 blog posts on building this project for a more in-depth look at this build.

This was my first official attempt at wood working. We desperately needed outdoor furniture, but I couldn't find any modern pieces close to our price range. I finally worked up the nerve to attempt to build it for seating at a couples shower we were hosting at our house.

Thanks to Ana's well thought out plans and a Kreg Jig, everything came together really well.

I purchased the wood at a local wholesaler and saved lots over the big box stores. Although I did find the cushions at Lowe's.

I have an extra bottom seat cushion that I plan on using for an ottoman in the future.

At first the project was pretty intimidating, but it became much easier with each piece. My one recommendation is to lay all of your pieces out and carefully plan where you'll need the Kreg screws before you begin assembling.

Thanks so much Ana! I'm really looking forward to tackling more of your projects soon!

I've built four of these tables over the years for grandkids. One has already outgrown the table height so I rebuilt the frame and added longer legs. I modified it and use mortise and tenon joints, which has held up great.

Finally built my first project with plans from the site.  Just modified slightly to use the wood and tools I had on hand, but I love it!  If I make another, I will be sure to make it with the legs angled out as Ana did.  With two active toddlers, it would be a bit more stable..

My girls have nominated it as a "reading desk" and might not be as thrilled as I am about having it for them to use in the bathroom to wash their own hands!  Great, easy plans.  It would have been much easier to build with a pocket-hole jig, but maybe I'll get one for my birthday.