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Marshall's Crib Grandad's First

Submitted by pondrider on Thu, 12/03/2015 - 14:57

Delivered the nursury Furniture and have a very satisfied daughter preparing to bring our Grandchild into the world.

From Ariel "My sweet baby boy has the most beautiful nursery I've ever seen! I am so thankful for my father who hand built this furniture. It is definitely made with love and it's everything I dreamed of. I'm also thankful for my husband and brother in law who set up this entire nursery for me this morning. Thank you" 
I started with plans and inspiration and then added some creativity. For the legs on this crib I laminated three 1x4 poplar and used threaded inserts. #anawhite

Built from Plan(s)
DIY Farmhouse Crib - Featuring DIYstinctly Made
Estimated Cost
between special hardware, screws and lumber $400. The picture that my daughter gave me a disired end product had a retail of $975.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Actually used Sherwin Williams exterior Stain custom
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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light02

Sat, 02/06/2016 - 03:53

Can you tell me the color stain you used its beautiful!! I can't seem to get this color quite right and I've tried many times.

Ckendall

Fri, 03/11/2016 - 09:20

My husband would like to build our son a crib and I love this one! Is there a way to get the plans?? 

daf3000

Mon, 11/07/2016 - 19:14

I like your husband really like and want to build this crib. However pondrider hasn't replied so i was wondering if he/she sent them to you by chance. 

niter

Thu, 06/30/2016 - 16:33

I love this crib and was wondering if there is plans for this.  I would love to build it for my sister!

pondrider

Tue, 10/18/2016 - 18:51

Folks I am going to tell you to suggest you get the frame and hardware at place called products america .They have a link to plans that were on a magazine web site for sale.  I got the plans but the crib you see only used those plans to get started. If you look at each side independently you will notice that you can build this with Free and better written plans for Ana-White farmhouse bed.  yes, you'll do a little modifying for the sides but as we build that is beauty of everything we build in that we build for the size we need.   The plans from build America will help with dimensions. The other key with a crib safety and the fact that it must be assembled and disassembled in the room.   The plans from build america will attempt to show how to install threaded inserts.  I found Youtube and other instructions to be much better. My build has fixed sides meaning the front and the back do not come down. And I did not set it up to be convertable.

American Girl Dollhouse with Crawlspace

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 12/28/2022 - 13:20

We had a lot of fun building this. We made the bottom floor 1/2 the size so she can use it as a storage (aka crawlspace). I also followed another posts idea of using 4 inch tongue and groove pattern board (beadboard) for the roof.

Built from Plan(s)
American Girl Dollhouse - Fits 18" Dolls

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Twisty Table

Submitted by stacynabby on Sun, 12/20/2015 - 11:48

Saw this clever side table on Pinterest. It's made out of 1 1x8x8. I was able to figure out how to build a jig for the table saw to suit the project and then it was easy peasy lemon squeezy from there.

Blog Link
Chasing a Dream
Estimated Cost
$20
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Light Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Seal

Fri, 10/28/2016 - 08:40

I would love to build this unique table, but can't seem to find some actual plans with dimensions and jigs

 

Seal

Fri, 10/28/2016 - 08:45

Would you please email me the plans for this table. Thanks so much

dresser turned bathroom vanity

Submitted by leahrush4 on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 08:23

We looked high and low for a sturdy dresser we could convert to a vanity for our kid's bathroom. We could find nothing for under $500 so we decided to make it. We used solid hickory for the top and bottom and hickory vaneer for the rest. Only the middle drawers are useable, the side ones have a faux front to leave room for the sink plumbing behind. My husband also reinforced the bottom compartments by making them three separate compartments instead of one solid one. We ordered the sinks from overstock.com and the faucets are from Lowes.

Built from Plan(s)
Dresser with Open Bottom Shelf - Open Leg Version
Estimated Cost
$350
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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catee (not verified)

Fri, 10/07/2011 - 16:39

My kids have been bugging for years for double sinks. I LOVE this. I was thinking along the same line but never got past the thinking part. This is GORGEOUS!

cathrobi (not verified)

Mon, 11/21/2011 - 10:52

Wow, this is stunning! You did an awesome job! The only thing I can't figure out is how you were able to attach the plumbing? Did your husband have to crawl underneath to reach the pipes?

Shiplap Fireplace Wall

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 02/02/2023 - 10:21

Built-ins coming next! Such a great build!

Built from Plan(s)
Easiest Shiplap Fireplace Tutorial with Free Plans and Video

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Narrow Farmhouse Sewing Table

Submitted by melodylisa on Mon, 10/17/2011 - 07:49

modifications to plans: legs not tapered; shortened table by two feet.

Blog Link
The Most Beautiful Sewing Table
Built from Plan(s)
Narrow Farmhouse Table
Estimated Cost
$70
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Olde Century Colors in ‘Candlelight’
General Finishes Wood Stain in ‘Georgian Cherry’
General Finishes Gel Topcoat
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Reclaimed wood - look Headboard and . modified platform bed.

Made wider for a king and modified platform bed. Used a weathered oak stain followed by a 50/50 whitewash.

Built from Plan(s)
Easy Build Wood Headboard (All Mattress Sizes)
Essential Platform Bed Frame
Estimated Cost
$300 ish
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Used a weathered oak stain followed by a 50/50 whitewash. Varythaned.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Lean-To Shed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 03/24/2023 - 13:17

I’m a first year teacher of construction class at Waterloo High School in Illinois. We recently used your Small Cedar shed instructions with some modifications for a class project. It’s a bear getting cedar right now, so we used T1-11 for the outside and 2x4 for the frame.

Built from Plan(s)
Small Cedar Shed

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Potting bench

I made this with leftover lumber after my mom helped me make a swingset for my kids. It's the very first project I've ever done by myself and it turned out GREAT! 

Built from Plan(s)
Simple 2x4 Potting Bench with Slatted Back
Estimated Cost
About $60 worth of wood, a other 10-15 in screws and other supplies.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
I'm not going to finish it probably.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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2x4 Sectional , table, and chairs

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/14/2023 - 04:57

Your easy to follow 2x4 proje ts turned out amazing. My outdoor set is complete. The chairs, also, came from your plans. I built all of it by myself in one weekend. Thank you

Built from Plan(s)
One Arm 2x4 Outdoor Sofa - Sectional Piece
Essential Wood Outdoor Chair Frame for Deep Seat Cushion
2x4 Outdoor Coffee Table

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One arm 2x4 outdoor sofa

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 05/18/2023 - 08:10

This was so super easy. We are so in love with this. Thank you Ana for making DIY so much fun!

Built from Plan(s)
One Arm 2x4 Outdoor Sofa - Sectional Piece
2x4 Outdoor Sofa

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Simple Twin Bunk Beds

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/15/2016 - 14:38

I built the Simple Bed into bunk beds. The plans for this project are pretty straight forward. The only change I made in the plans, was use 2" x 4" angle plates to mount the side rails to the head and foot boards. This made it easy to assemble and disassemble if the beds needed to be separated or moved. I also had to use two 2"x4"'s mated together to make the bed posts since 4"x4"'s are only available pressure treated. The ladder is constructed of 2"x4" with the steps spaced 10" on center. 

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Bed (Twin Size)
Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I stained the beds with Minwax "Puritan Pine 218". I prepped the wood with Minwax Pre-Stain Conditioner. Pre-Stain Conditioner prevents the stain from looking blotchy.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Barn wood frame

I made the barn wood frame for less than $30 (the plexiglass alone was $23!). It's better than the $80 they were going to charge me at the frame shop for the same style! I used an opaque black stain to both hide my not so accurate miter cuts and give it a modern feel. I'm very satisfied with the results!

Built from Plan(s)
Barnwood Frames - $1 and 10 minutes
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Cabot solid color acrylic deck stain in black. This stuff takes forever to dry, but I prefer this to black paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Guest (not verified)

Sat, 02/18/2012 - 09:24

I need a large frame for a family photo. I cant spend the money right now. This has been very helpful. Great job

Media Stand

We built this media stand for our home and we had many that followed. We put a backing on ours to hide the cords and such. It makes it feel a lot classier & takes under 5 minutes to add! We used 1/8" particle board and we used our neumatic nail gun. 

All in all, this is a super easy beginner project that adds a big bang to the space!

Blog Link
The Rugged Rooster Creations
Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Console Table
Estimated Cost
80.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
This is our custom beachwood stain. A few stains from Minwax mixed together.
We then Distressed it & applied 3 coats of semi-gloss polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Outdoor buffet table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 06/05/2023 - 15:03

My first project using Ana White plans. Used pressure treated lumber and Kreg pocket hole jig. Cost: $126.

Built from Plan(s)
Outdoor Bar Table

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Laundry Station

Submitted by docfin02 on Sun, 01/22/2012 - 19:14

My original plan was for a laundry cart or stand for laundry baskets. I ended up building one that is pretty big for 4 baskets, a shelf on top, and elevated 10" on the bottom for our Roomba vacuum to be stored.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Changing Table
Estimated Cost
$80 + paint
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Wood Sideboard

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 10/03/2019 - 12:22

My wife and I originally saw this Ana White planked sideboard and knew it was exactly what our dining room needed! We had the perfect spot for it! The plans were generally easy to follow and it was actually my first time installing drawers! It turned out amazing and we all love it! We love the added storage it provides for dishes and other kitchen accessories.

Built from Plan(s)
Planked Wood Sideboard
Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
We wanted a unique distressed finish, so after sanding everything good I actually used a black spray paint on most of project (mostly cracks and edges). After the black spray pain dried I Brush painted the entire project with Behr ultra paint (sorry I cannot find the color anywhere!). After the paint dried I sanded in random places, especially the edges to let the black come through, as well as some of the bare wood. This way it had a very rustic worn look of the three different colors (red, black, raw wood).
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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From Logs to Famhouse Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 10/13/2019 - 18:45

So this DIY Farmhouse Style Table has been on my “make it” list for a while now. And what better time to make it than now, since we just got a saw mill. Check out the blog link below to read all about it.

Blog Link
https://www.bearcreekdc.com/single-post/2019/10/09/From-Logs-to-Table
Built from Plan(s)
4x4 Truss Beam Table
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Early American Stain
Minwax Polycrylic Clear Sealer
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Seasonal And Holiday
Fall
Thanksgiving

Round Farmhouse table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 11/28/2019 - 05:48

I took on a little bit more than I could chew with this one, but after a little R&I(Resourcefulness, and Ingenuity) I was able to figure it out. I love how it turned out though! Thanks for the inspiration!

Built from Plan(s)
Round Farmhouse Table
Estimated Cost
$120
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark Walnut with Matte poly top coat
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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