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Beer Wall for Wedding

My cousin recently got married and wanted a beer wall at her wedding. I quickly searched Ana's site for the perfect plan and chose the Tall Panel Headboard for my starting point. With a few modifications it became a beer wall in no time at all. I love how Ana's plans can be easily modified to make a totally different project.

No fancy wood was used here. Just regular wood from the big box store. A jockey box was attached to the back side of the wall. It worked awesome!

Since I discovered this site in January, I've made close to 30 items from her plans. I'm ridiculously addicted and not just with Ana's site but also with her blog friends. For Valentine's Day I asked for a Air Strike gun and got it. It was better than jewelry and chocolates! I'm well on my way to collecting my own tools and learning how to save money by making it myself. Oh, and I can't even begin to tell you how impressed everyone is with my finished products.

Built from Plan(s)
Tall Panel Headboard - QUEEN
Estimated Cost
roughly $200.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Valspar paint from Lowes
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Rustic Dining table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 08/07/2016 - 09:28

Took the plans from Ana white and made my own twist to it! Came out awesome and the person loved it that I made it for! Kona stain on table top and Navajo white on the bottom. Did the same for benches and chairs to match! Thanks for the great instructions! 

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Dining Table
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Kona stain and Navajo white, clear gloss poly
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Modern adirondack chair

Submitted by ksymon77 on Mon, 05/25/2020 - 08:16

Ana thank you for these plans! My second ever woodworking project and love adirondack chairs.
Perfect for my small Brooklyn backyard :)

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Scrap Wood Headboard

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/12/2024 - 09:07

My scrap wood storage boxes were overflowing so I decided to try a queen size chevron headboard (with no plans) using teak, rangas , mahogany and other select woods I had used on other projects. I used 2 coats of clear gloss lacquer. I like the way it turned out.

Richard - retired

Playhouse Loft Bed

Submitted by BethStew5 on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 22:12

This is my first build from this site! I used 6" boards to give the siding a plank look rather than using plywood. To make the height work, I used 8" boards for both the top and bottom planks. I also made the door a little taller. Other than that, I followed this plan step-by-step. It was very easy to follow and I really enjoyed making this bed. My daughter (and my sons) really enjoy it!

Built from Plan(s)
Playhouse Loft Bed
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Reclaimed Wood Headboard (Pottery Barn Mason Headboard)

This was a lot of fun to do. Super easy and really transformed my bedroom. I love it.

Blog Link
http://www.polaroidsandpistachios.com
Built from Plan(s)
Easy Build Wood Headboard (All Mattress Sizes)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
1 coat Rustoleum Ultimate Wood Stain in Dark Walnut. 1 coat Minwax Satin Polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Love my bench

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 08/10/2016 - 19:31

I changed the dimensions to make it a little smaller to fit the front of my house. My husband and I now spend our evenings sitting there drinking tea and enjoying the nice weather.

I spent close to $60 and ordered 3 cushions from target for $8.99 each.

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Park Bench
Estimated Cost
$60
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoleum semi gloss in white
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Haley Platform Bed and Headboard

Submitted by nelson6889 on Tue, 05/26/2020 - 07:50

First time building a bed. The plans were spot on and easy to follow. Used my left over flooring to make the headboard planks.

Estimated Cost
200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Painted with semi gloss White
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

DIY Poker Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 02/13/2024 - 12:50

Start from scratch and completed my first Poker Table.

Conrad White St. George’s, Newfoundland

Our Fancy X Farmhouse Table

Submitted by MrsRojas23 on Sat, 07/21/2012 - 17:01

We had been looking for a dining table for our new house that is being built. The dining area is a little small and we needed to find a 60 inch table. However, we were unable to find one that we liked at that size. I found plans for this table through pinterest and thought it would be a lot of fun to try. Plus, we knew that if worked out, then we would be saving a ton of money. The plans call for a much longer table, so my husband and dad reworked the plans to make it fit our space. To go with it we bought 4 Lyle Side Chairs from Crate and Barrel. We love how it turned out and we can't wait to see it in our new house in a couple months!!

Estimated Cost
$200.00 (however, we bought tools that we didn't already have on hand)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
We used an outdoor, semitransparent, Olympic-brand stain from lowes, called Driftwood Gray. It has a very subtle gray color to it that is not as obvious in the pictures.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Outdoor Sectional Set

Submitted by suzyq7811 on Mon, 05/12/2014 - 17:33

Not as easy as everyone else said online. I had never used a kreg jig and it takes a bit more practice than I had patience for. one thing to note is the instructions screw lengths are for if you are NOT using a kreg. If you use a kreg, use the screw lengths they suggest. I used a deck stain and purchased the cushions on sale at Ikea ($22.50 per cushion)

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Modern Outdoor Sectional - Armless Piece with Corner/End Option
Simple Modern Outdoor Chair
Corner and Ends for Outdoor Sectional
Estimated Cost
$200-600
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Deck stain with water repellent included. Cheapest cushions I could find were at Ikea by far.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Alden's Bed with drawer

Submitted by veiglcc on Sun, 08/14/2016 - 11:20

I built this bed to replace one of the kids twin bed.  I wanted a solid wooden bed that would be around for a while and I did not wanted to pay Thousands of dollars.

Estimated Cost
$250 - $300 depending on your material preferences
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
rustic mahogany wood stain.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Benchright Table and Farmhouse Bench

Great plans and a great build. I used 4x4’s for the legs and decided to go with the Farmhouse Bench instead. The color I went with is Weathered Grey. I applied it with a brush and immediately wipes it off with a clean rag, then 2 coats of poly to finish it off.

Built from Plan(s)
Benchright Industrial Farmhouse Table
Farmhouse Bench - No Pocket Holes Version
Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Weathered Grey Oil Based Stain with Semi-gloss Poly
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Fancy Herringbone Farmhouse Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 02/17/2024 - 10:01

Your beautiful Fancy X farmhouse table. We wanted to seat 8. Used your plan with the top idea from Hint of Home. We used cedar tongue and groove for the top. We are so pleased with it! Now for chairs!

Built from Plan(s)
Fancy X Farmhouse Table

Rustic Planked Wood King Headboard

This was a very nice and easy project. I probably could have finished in one day if it had not been 105 degrees outside! I recommend these plans to anybody who knows how to use a saw. I also used all screws instead of nails. Wood- Grade II Pine, purchased from Lowe's FInish- One coat Minwax Dark Walnut oil based stain One Coat Minwax Polyshades Mission Oak After the Polyshades dried, I went over the whole piece with steel wool to smooth it out.

Built from Plan(s)
Easy Build Wood Headboard (All Mattress Sizes)
Estimated Cost
$130
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Finish:

One coat Minwax dark walnut stain
One Coat Minwax Polyshades Mission Oak
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmstyle Queen Bed

Love the way this came out. My husband and I made it for my son and daughter-in-law to be for their upcoming wedding. The only issue we encountered was the box for the mattress was not large enough for the boxspring. But the kids decided they wanted the platform on the floor so we flipped it over and set up that way. I will be getting a nice bedskirt to hide that siderail. The kids really love it.

This took probably 20 hours all in. I figure a weekend would have done it if we had the time. Head and footboards were built in one day, sanding, finish work took longer as I worked on it after work during the week, and to allow for paint drying time. We ordered a pretty brass plaque to dedicate the bed, and fixed it to the lower back of the headboard. An heirloom in the making!!!

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bed - Queen Sized
Estimated Cost
259.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Antique white paint, distressed, i used strong tea to "stain" the exposed wood after distressing. Finished with Johnsons paste wax
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

4x4 Truss Beam Table & Bench

Submitted by Shane03 on Wed, 08/17/2016 - 12:26

When my wife and I moved we sold our old table and was in need of a new one. We've shopped around and didn't like anything we were seeing. She insisted that I build one but I never had any time due to my job. In the past it would've been easy because that's what I did was woodworking. So she researched and came across ana's plan and she loved it. Keeping the wife happy I made time. I made my material list & cutlist but was concerned with using construction grade lumber for the tabletop due to over time it likes to cup and warp in the right conditions. Instead I went with 8/4 Poplar which will make a solid tabletop and last forever. I was only able to work weekends on the project so it was finished in a month which I added the total hours & it equaled 1 week.  She loves her new table and is now shopping for 5 canvas chairs to go with it. With her posting on social media I now have requests to build more. Where will I find the time?

Built from Plan(s)
4x4 Truss Beam Table
4x4 Truss Benches
Estimated Cost
$375.00
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I started with Minwax Espresso wood stain on the base of the table & Bench. I then applied 2 coats of Old Fashioned Milk Paint Snow White. Next I used 320 grit sandpaper to knocked any loose paint chips off & distress areas I wanted to antique. Finally I applied 3 coats of Minwax Polycrylic Matte, sanding with a 320 grit sanding block in between coats. The top I started with wood conditioner because poplar doesn't take stain well it is very blotchy. Next I used Minwax Espresso wood stain. Finally I applied 4 coats of General Finishes High Performance Flat while sanding in between coats using 320 grit sanding block.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

AP - Play Kitchen

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 05/31/2020 - 19:20

Loved the plans from the site Ana! I got inspired seeing all the lovely play kitchens that everyone had created! Thought I'd share the one I've made for my little one as well, she loves it!

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Play Kitchen Sink and Stove

6 cubby bookshelf

Submitted by vic b on Wed, 07/25/2012 - 18:23

Quick and easy to build, the bit that took the longest was the stain, I used a maple satain and varnish.

Built from Plan(s)
6 Cubby Bookshelf
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
maple stain and varnish combo.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Sliding Door TV Stand

Submitted by milleall on Mon, 05/19/2014 - 11:46

The original (project from That's My Letter) was longer, deeper, and had two doors. I needed something smaller and narrower to fit the space and hold a tv. By cutting down the size, I was also able to make this using 1 sheet of 3/4 inch plywood instead of 2. After painting the aluminum hardware and pulley wheels, I learned that I probably could have had them powder coated by a family member. Unless you don't mind some of the paint coming off where the wheels rub, I would suggest trying powder coating or some more durable finish. Since it's a rustic look, I guess it doesn't matter all that much if some paint comes off. I used an off-brand pocket hole jig to construct the stand.

Estimated Cost
$150-$200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Rust-Oleum ultimate stain in wheat, bright white paint distressed a bit, dark brown glaze over it all, and Varathane water-based poly in satin.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Hokulani1

Tue, 05/20/2014 - 08:15

Love it! It looks great! What did you use for the sliding track, rollers etc. or did you buy a kit?

Hokulani1

Tue, 05/20/2014 - 08:15

Love it! It looks great! What did you use for the sliding track, rollers etc. or did you buy a kit?

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