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Rustic X Console Table (The Beginning)

Submitted by aDIYguy on Sat, 01/11/2014 - 18:16

This was my first project and love how it turned out. I have gotten compliments on it, but I unfortunately continue to look at the flaws in it and want to build another one. It was a great project though and I am in the middle of building the coffee table and end table as well. Here it is before we added all the odds and ends on to shelves and top

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Used rustoleum american walnut for stain and valspar signature ultra white for the paint. Brushed on stain waited a minute and wiped with a rag.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

sojaco

Tue, 01/14/2014 - 08:37

I love how you finished your console table - I'm now wishing I finished mine like that. I think we all see the flaws in our own work, but this looks fantastic and very professional.

sojaco

Tue, 01/14/2014 - 08:37

I love how you finished your console table - I'm now wishing I finished mine like that. I think we all see the flaws in our own work, but this looks fantastic and very professional.

Study Desks

Submitted by rosiejane on Sun, 04/03/2016 - 21:54

I built a desk each for my son and daughter. They got to choose the type of base. I used old bed slats 90x45mm (4x2) salvaged from verge ripped in half for the bases. I used 12mm plywood for the tops. 7mm ply for the shelves on the sawhorse leg version. Unfortunately, despite getting the straightest and flattest plywood available and subjecting it to all sorts of manipulation, a couple of the flip-top sections are warped to there are slight gaps on one side.

I modified the plan so that the middle section could lift up as well. The back 1x3 of the storage section extended the full width.

Estimated Cost
AUD$60 per desk
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I experimented with a paint wash finish 50/50 paint/water for the inside of the storage sections. Everything was given a couple of coats of clear satin varnish.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Wood Star Serving Tray

Submitted by LampAtFeet on Sat, 12/07/2019 - 13:41

I followed the plans for the Wood Star Serving Tray. I thought it was a little tricky cutting all the angles to the correct length. One tip I would suggest is to mark which end has the 24 degree cuts, since you'll be attaching these joints first. Any gaps in the joints can be filled with wood filler, then sanded smooth. I would say this is an Intermediate level project due to the angles and trying to attach them without the nails popping through the other board. Would be fun doing a set of 3 and painting them red, white & blue for the 4th of July. Thanks for the plans, Ana!

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Stained with Varathane Briarsmoke, then a light layer of Dark Walnut to help give it an aged look. Sealer on top.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

DIY Wood Outdoor Chair with Deep Seat Cushion

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 08/10/2023 - 12:27

Using just basic tools, I was able to build this super comfy outdoor chair for the fraction of the cost. With a couple of modifications, Ana White's design plan made for a perfect fit for the new deep seat cushions I had found on fb marketplace.
 

Seasonal And Holiday

Farm House Entry Table

I saw the Farmhouse night stand on this website and decided to super size it so we could have a new entry table in the house. I added 1 1/4 inch to the height and extended the table top out to 36 inches. We decided to paint it black and distress it.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Black paint, distressed and clear coated
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

jahamltn

Tue, 10/27/2015 - 09:48

Love this table!  Do you happen to have your altered plans?

Mini Farmhouse Bedside Tables

I made two of these bedside tables for our master bedroom and I LOVE how they turned out. Really like the white with my red mahogany headboard. These weren't too difficult to build. The only problem I ran into was trying to fit my drill in some of the tight spaces to get some of the screws in. I had to do a few of them by hand with a small screwdriver. I mostly used leftover scraps to build them. The tops are made of several boards kreg jigged together rather than one big piece. I was a little nervous about the drawer because I have never made one before, but it wasn't as bad as I thought and it came out just about perfect! yay.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
I used white primer and two coats of white paint. Still need to give them a couple of coats of polycrylic...
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

JoanneS

Tue, 01/14/2014 - 16:39

Love this nightstand, it's the perfect size, not too big or too small. Your white finish looks great, and the drawer looks perfectly even. Great job!

ACEuhheartz

Sun, 02/09/2014 - 10:47

Awesome job with your drawer! I just finish build my mini table now and getting ready to cut up another woods for the drawer part, what size is your front drawer? Is it 11 1/4? What about the length? I want to make sure I measure it right before I cut em soon.

tricia.flores

Tue, 02/11/2014 - 18:29

Sorry, I just saw your questions! Yes the drawer front is 11 1/4 wide, and the length of the drawer is 11 1/2. I just followed Ana's cut list exactly for the mini farmhouse bedside table. Since you already have the table built you can measure the opening for the drawer to make sure it will fit.

Triple Pedestal Table

Submitted by Lawwife on Wed, 04/06/2016 - 07:21

I built this table in about 2 weekends. The aprox cost including screws, stain, and glue was about $175. I stained it weathered gray from Rustoleum. My husband thinks it looks great. Now to order the end chairs!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$175
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Rustoleum Weathered Gray
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Live Edge Floating Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 08/18/2023 - 12:31

Older children moving out for college left the youngest without a bed. We decided to use your plan for a bed, but altered the headboard just a bit so that we could use live edge cypress. We love how it turned out, plus we were able to use locally sourced cypress!

Kathleen R

Modified Adirondack Chair and Bench

Submitted by jont on Thu, 03/29/2012 - 19:11

Decided we needed some outdoor seating. Added a few modifications to make it more my own.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$100 for both including the paint
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Exterior paint and primer mix - not sure what to call the color, maybe a neon green.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

My version of the Triple Pedestal Farmhouse Table

You can read about my project here...
love2dreamdoyou.blogspot.com/2014/01/hello-again-id-like-you-to-meet-my-table.html
This was my first building project--Ana's plans were great!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax Honey 272 applied with t-shirt rag. Minwax Fast Drying Polyurethane Superior Durability Clear Semi-Gloss several coats applied with foam brush
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Niece's birthday present

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/08/2016 - 20:55

Added a few design elements to personalize for the birthday girl.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Daybed and side tables

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 12/17/2019 - 06:56

My husband made this for our granddaughter when she comes to visit. Then we saw the side tables, adjusted the height and poof the best room ever!

Estimated Cost
$300.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)

farm table and benches in 2 hrs

Submitted by louiety on Mon, 04/02/2012 - 19:52

easy to follow directions

Estimated Cost
55.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
cherry stain and clear
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

herzo1852

Tue, 04/09/2013 - 19:19

I don't think I'm ever going to buy from anyone again - making stuff is so much fun, don't you think? I might have to try your farm table, once I finish the loveseats and coffee table for outside!

Square Apothecary Coffee Table with Toy Box Rrundle

Submitted by rebmcami on Sat, 01/18/2014 - 19:21

I loved the design of the apothecary coffee table, but knew a square table would look best in my space. I have a 15 month old son who's toys are always all over our living room so the toy box trundle seemed like a perfect secret storage solution for us. I combined the plans of the apothecary toy box trundle with the library coffee table. The 3 sides are built similar to the sides in the plans for the library table, as well as the table top. The toy box trundle was built according to the plans for the apothecary table except that I made it a very deep drawer 33"X34.5". The table top measures 43.5"X40" This was my first time building a piece of furniture (I've built a chicken coop) and first time using my kreg-jig to make pocket holes. I had a great time building learned a lot. It took me awhile to complete because I was only able to work on it when my son napped.

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I used white latex paint on the base. I did 3 light coats using a foam brush and sanded lightly between coats. I distressed/aged the edges with sand paper and carefully rubbed areas with dark walnut stain. I used special walnut stain from minwax on the top and did 3 coats of spray polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

My Cassidy Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 04/11/2016 - 11:24

This is my take from the Cassidy Bed plan. I still have to upholster the headboard...stay tuned

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I floated the surfaces with a hard fill first, then sanded it with 220 to get it smooth. I used a slow drying oil primer, sanded it again. Then used two coats of
Behr premium ultra - Absolute Zero I added Floetrol to the paint so that it would lay down nicely
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Outdoor Pergola with Seating Built-in!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 08/27/2023 - 12:14

Pergola outdoor room plans modified to make side seating instead of side tables. Left sides open. Added cute crochet swing bench. Anchored to concrete slab with iron plates and added decorative wood ties that match footing. I've gotten so many compliments and no one believes I made this!

Kristen P.

Built from Plan(s)

Comments

Seasonal And Holiday

media unit

Custom size media unit using a combination of Ana's plans.

Estimated Cost
$600
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
1. Prime Zinsser Cover Stain
2. Two coats BM high gloss enamel white
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Handygirl

Thu, 04/19/2012 - 21:56

Hey! Looks GREAT!!! I was curious how you made your doors. Did you attach thin plywood to the back, or slide it into the frame as an insert?

Joy Flake (not verified)

Tue, 12/04/2012 - 12:38

I was wondering how you attached the bookshelf unit to the base unit on the side cabinets?
Thank you!

6-Pack Carrier

Submitted by stacynabby on Mon, 01/20/2014 - 20:55

I've seen a couple of photos of "bottle caddies" for sale and I figured I could make my own. Seemed easy enough. I used 3/8" project wood from the Blue Store. I made the six-pack carrier for my neighbor who has been teaching me how to make all-grain homebrew.

http://www.pinterest.com/pin/179369997632846325/

Estimated Cost
$20 (including hardware and bottle opener)
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Danish wood oil
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Comments

tommybo76

Tue, 01/21/2014 - 14:56

I home brew myself and I think this is a fantastic idea! How did you go about putting the label on the side?

tommybo76

Thu, 01/23/2014 - 07:09

This will come in very handy for lots of projects. I really appreciate you sharing this with me!

Debbie742

Thu, 11/27/2014 - 05:49

I checked the PDF and can't seem to find the plans to make this. Are they available??

 

debbie.

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