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Chicken Coop with planter

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 02/24/2023 - 04:14

Finally got around to building this coop, turned out well and the plans were spot on, only thing missing in plans were the size of the hole in the clean out tray, shows you where to put it but not how big it is. This cost me about $550 with today's prices If I'd built it a couple years ago when this plan came out probably could have done it for $350. Sorry about the sideways pics, Not sure why it rotated my photos couldn't get them to upload straight.

Built from Plan(s)
Small Chicken Coop with Planter, Clean Out Tray and Nesting Box

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Queen Anne High Chest of Drawers

Here is a High Chest of Drawers (Highboy)I built. The original was built in 1748 by Christopher Townsend in Newport, R.I. It is made of Cherry with Maple as secondary wood. It took about 300 hours to build. All joinery is either mortise and tenon or dovetails. I worked hard to avoid any nails or screw, but the back it held in place with nails. All wood started out as rough lumber and I milled all wood myself. Moldings are of my own design, but based on the original. Brasses are from Horton Brasses. Drawers are all wood-on-wood with no glides, per original. I made a little tiger maple foot stool to get to the top drawers. All escutcheons have working locks.

Blog Link
Queen Anne High Chest of Drawers
Estimated Cost
$1100.00 plus $300.00 for the brasses
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax Antique Oil Finish, paste wax.
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced

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margjack

Mon, 11/07/2011 - 14:55

You are extremely talented! (And I bet you have fabulous tools!) I am jealous!

[email protected]

Mon, 11/07/2011 - 15:15

Thanks for the compliments. Yes, I did make it wholly by hand. All it was was a series of smaller tasks, just a whole bunch of them.

I has slowly accumulated most of the tools required. I have a jointer, router table, planer, band saw, table saw and a hollow chisel mortiser.

The cherry is getting richer over time, so it actually is getting better with age. I really like 18th American furniture. I prefer to work with Cherry, Walnut, and Tiger Maple. All rough wood only, no milled boards of any kind.

Farmhouse Bed in Weathered Gray - Queen Size

Submitted by jedgar77 on Tue, 10/22/2013 - 19:59

Ana,
I want to take a minute to thank you for your website and all the free plans. You inspired me to make my first piece of furniture. I made a farmhouse bed using off the shelf lumber. The stain is weathered gray. I used your link to making your own stain (vinegar and steel wool). The bolts are 3/4 inch and are decorative. Also, I notched the posts so they can support the full weight of the rails. Thanks again, I can't wait to start on my next project!

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Per instructions on this site for aging wood.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Too many Christmas Toys

Submitted by J Spitzley on Thu, 01/07/2016 - 07:48

What do you do when your child gets too many toys for Christmas? Build a toy box of course. I went with a 1X6 instead of 1X4 as the top front apron, yes it’s not easy to put books in, but when you have a 9 month old I was more concerned with a place to put Legos so I won’t step on them. That small change made a world of difference. The toy box is sturdy which is what I needed, knowing he is going to use it to pull up on while learning to walk. I primed it and then painted the front two aprons and sides with chalkboard paint and the remainder grey to match the table I made in the same room. The chalkboard paint takes a ton of coats and requires a lot of waiting (neither of which I am good at), but I think the outcome was worth it.

Blog Link
Toy Box/Storage
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Primer, Chalkboard Paint and leftover other paint. Primer was a must on this project, knowing kids will spill on it coupled with chalkboard paint I don't think you can get around it.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Patio sofa

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 04/24/2019 - 14:02

Went with regular cheap studs and extended the couch to make 4-across seating.  Probably should have used better wood because it was hard to find studs that were straight and not full of burrs and knotholes!  AND...studs are actually 1.5" x 3.5", so keep that in mind if you go that route when you're cutting from detailed plans because your dimensions will be off slightly.  Staining and adding spar urethane coat took the longest amount of time.  Cushions are 24" x 24" from Lowe's.  Wood = $80, Cushions = $180.  A little extra for screws and a few pieces of hardware.  This pic shows the couch without a back brace that I added later.  It's a beast, too!  After all that wood the couch probabaly weighs close to 150 pounds!     

Built from Plan(s)
2x4 Outdoor Sofa
2x4 Outdoor Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
$280
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Puritan Pine Wood Stain, Spar Urethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

2x4 sectional

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 02/26/2023 - 05:49

After building my workbench and some shelves to organize my makeshift wood shop, I went online to find practical first projects. Stumbled upon the Ana White site and really liked the simplicity of the pieces and the thoroughness of the plans (cut list, pictures, etc). Had the wood dimensioned at a local lumber yard and started building. Upon completing the first bench - sealed with a tinted Thompson’s water seal - found a local upholster to make the cushions. Now to find a place to put them that the wife approves. Build already approved by the pup (see last photo).

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

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Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

Bi-plane Shelf

Submitted by Robinwood on Sat, 11/05/2011 - 20:54

I got inspiration from your pattern, but decided to make it more realistic since my four year old grandson is a stickler for detail. Because I had scraps, the only cost for me was the propeller and wheels from a hobby store (about $8).

The body of the plane was cut from a scrap of 4X4 post; the corners were cut off at 45 degree angles to make it more rounded (sanding rounded it more). I used a dremel to carve the engine indentation. I used 5/8 inch dowels for the wing struts (only because I grabbed the wrong drill bit; you could use 1/2 inch). The wheels were attached to 2 1/2 X 4 inch pieces, which I mitered to make smaller at the bottom.

The backing was cut to fit the length of the shelf and 18 inches high. I painted the background a soft blue and then applied white for the clouds. After attaching it to the plane; I decided to add some pegs.

This is a Christmas gift for him because we are going to redo his room after the first of the year. I will be building him a loft bed from Ana's plans and adding some more airplane decor.

Blog Link
Kids Airplane Shelf
Built from Plan(s)
Plane Old Shelf
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Paint and spray polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Linda7

Tue, 11/08/2011 - 14:58

Your altered design is so professional looking. I have seen plans in a woodworking magazine that makes the bi-plane shelf very realistic, but I would never be able to build it because I don't own the tools. Yours is one any of us could build. Thanks for sharing.

Guest (not verified)

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 08:46

Looks great! What did you use for the fuselage? I love the pegs for the coat rack!

Guest (not verified)

Fri, 11/11/2011 - 08:48

Sooooo I just read the rest of your post and found out what the fuselage was made out of. Still looks great. Haha.

Simple Outdoor Bench

Submitted by gabdannad on Fri, 10/25/2013 - 14:51

I had to modify the plans. The Size is 14" x 48". I also added a shelf at the bottom for shoes. Can't wait to replace the ugly shoe rack at the front door with this! I also used 1 x 4's for the apron. I found 1"x4"x14' at homedepot for only 3.40per piece!! So I was able to build this for less than $15. The wood has more knots than the other 1 x 4's, but if you look thru you can find some good pieces. I'm going to use this same wood to build the outdoor sectional too.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Outdoor Dining Bench
Estimated Cost
14
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmhouse Table

Submitted by higgs9876 on Fri, 01/08/2016 - 12:36

Not the best picture.  This was my first project using plans from this site.  What a breeze! Took about 8 hours total to build and 2 hours to finish (sand/paint/stain)

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Table - Updated Pocket Hole Plans
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Paint (Legs) (just an off white i had laying around), Stain (Table Top - Grey Minwax), Polyurethane Satin finish (Table top - Clear)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Spa Vanity for Bathrooms

I love this vanity, It is one of the first serious pieces of Ana's that I have made. We altered the leg from the 4X4 posts to a premade turned leg, which we think turned out awesome. Mom was a real skeptic before we started, but now she is hooked too!

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Open Farmhouse Style Vanity
Estimated Cost
Around $100 since we made 3 we were able to use off cuts for additional vanities
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Carrington
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Dining chairs for X based pedestal table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 03/06/2023 - 10:15

I made the 4 chairs to complete the dining suite. The table was made from the X based pedestal table plan.

The timber was all cut from 200mm x 50mm pine sleepers and finished with Cabots clear finish.

Built from Plan(s)
4x4 X Base Pedestal Dining Table with Planked Wood Top
Classic Chair Plans

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Farmhouse Table and Benches

Submitted by nichole6 on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 06:45

We built this Farmhouse table in a week. Unfortunately, we didn't get it completely put together for four months. Now it is finished. It is our first project. We used pine and fir boards from our local lumber store. It is finished with red chestnut and dark walnut stain and then a couple coats of briwax dark walnut (love that stuff!!). The table is 96" and pictured here without the 15" bread boards that go on either end. The benches are 8' as well.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Table - No Pocket Holes Plan
Estimated Cost
$125
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Red Chestnut and Dark Walnut Stain and Briwax Dark Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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wannabee

Sat, 05/24/2014 - 01:12

I loved your stain. I see you used two types of wood and two types of stain. Can you tell me more? Did you alternate the wood pieces? Did you stain the red chestnut first and followed it with dark walnut? I'll probably copy what you did :)

Garden Bench

Submitted by monster on Sun, 10/27/2013 - 14:48

This bench is HUGE! I think I should have scaled it back. It was fun to make, though. Thanks for the plans :)

Built from Plan(s)
Garden Bench
Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Exterior paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Truss table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 01/11/2016 - 19:14

Fun build 4hrs to complete. 

 

One of of the cuts is off  says long to short it's long to long. 

Blog Link
Truss table
Built from Plan(s)
4x4 Truss Beam Table
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

She Shed Bookshelf Desk

Submitted by Chriss45 on Mon, 05/20/2019 - 20:05

I designed this bookshelf/art center as a baby gift for a friend. The windows are shelves with motion sensor lights. When opened the desk lifts up to provide an art station or reading area.

Built from Plan(s)
Dollhouse Bookcase
Estimated Cost
200
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Latex paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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S'mores Charcuterie Board

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 03/13/2023 - 13:38

I took the Charcuterie board and turned it into a S'mores board. Have given them away to neighbors as gifts and they love them.

Built from Plan(s)
Grazing Board or Charcuterie Board - Serving Tray

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Kitchen Buffet

Submitted by bbcarey on Mon, 11/28/2011 - 07:20

We wanted a buffet for our kitchen- but couldn't find just the right plan. So I modified the "Dresser with open bottom shelf" slightly to remove one shelf and enclose the bottom with Doors. We matched the colors from our dining room set (black bases with stained seats and table top). The glass was purchased from a local company and is called 'cord glass' to match some other custom cabinets in our home. I do have the sketchup plans- been trying to clean them up so I can get a plan posted... but can email them in their current state if anyone wants them.

Built from Plan(s)
Dresser with Open Bottom Shelf - Open Leg Version
Estimated Cost
$400 (but can be done for less)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
High quality latex with Floetrol additive for smooth finish. If I were to redo it I'd spray it on as it wasn't as smooth as I'd wished. I matched the top stain with our kitchen dining room set.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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GotWood

Mon, 11/28/2011 - 10:42

Wow, BBCAREY! Great job! I love the way this looks and it shows that you put a lot of hard work into it. I like your choice in pulls... very nice, but doesn't pull any focus away from the buffet.

bbcarey

Mon, 11/28/2011 - 11:30

Thanks- I didn't say but this actually was my first BIG project from Ana-white. It did take me longer than I anticipated (two long weekends) the painting was probably the most time consuming as I was trying to get it 'spray on' like- but didn't quite achieve that look.

Re. the pulls; I think there was a total of 5 trips to Menards and HD with different options being considered- we finally went with these as due to the large drawer size all others seemed to be under-per-portioned. So thank you - glad to see it shows well.

Appreciate your comments!!

Tuyetti (not verified)

Wed, 11/30/2011 - 11:34

This is beautiful! You did an amazing job. This is exactly what I was looking for to finish my dining room. May I please see your plans? Thank you so much.

[email protected]

dhendy13

Mon, 11/28/2011 - 16:36

This piece if a beauty. Your hard work does show very well.

I would like it, if you don't mind, if you could send me the plans. That would be awesome. I will email you if I need to to get something explained.

Just moved into a new home and this piece would go great in the dining room.

Thanks,
dana
[email protected]

viola

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 10:13

Mr Carey, I love your buffet. I to would love to have your version of this plan doors and all. Thank you for sharing...Vi

StacieM

Tue, 11/29/2011 - 20:53

This is exactly the type of thing I've been wanting to make for our dining room. Great Job!

Crystal12345 (not verified)

Thu, 12/01/2011 - 19:54

Looks beautiful! Can I please have the plans as well? Been looking for something just like this to build. Great job! [email protected]. Thanks!

mexiian1

Sun, 12/18/2011 - 13:06

bbcarey, I love the way that this buffet looks. Is the top one solid piece of wood? I can't tell from the picture.

bbcarey

Tue, 01/10/2012 - 14:48

The top is actually a 3/4" oak veneered plywood with 1x3 (sides) and 1x4 (ends) framing. I used a friend's biscuit joiner and glued the sides on with biscuits. I thought about using pocket holes but wasn't sure how to make the boards stay straight... and had used a biscuit joiner before - so opted for that. Let me know - I can send the google sketchup plans if you want them.

mexiian1

Sun, 12/18/2011 - 13:17

bbcarey, I love the way that this buffet looks. Is the top one solid piece of wood? I can't tell from the picture. Also, I would really like to see your plans for this too, if you wouldn't mind e-mailing me. Thanks!

Patrick (not verified)

Sat, 01/14/2012 - 16:14

My wife and I think that this buffet looks great. You have done a great job. We were thinking about making one also. Could you please send the plans to [email protected]. Thanks ahead of time.

amp024 (not verified)

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 12:41

The buffet is almost a replica of what i am looking for in our dining room except it will cost less than 1/2 the price to make it! I LOVE the buffet. Could you send me the plans please? [email protected]

amp024 (not verified)

Mon, 02/20/2012 - 12:41

The buffet is almost a replica of what i am looking for in our dining room except it will cost less than 1/2 the price to make it! I LOVE the buffet. Could you send me the plans please? [email protected]

nkpearson

Sat, 05/26/2012 - 22:11

The Buffet looks awesome! You have done an amazing job. I really like the glass doors.

Neal

Claudia Ingles (not verified)

Mon, 08/06/2012 - 04:07

Mr Carey, this buffet looks stunning!!!And I've been looking for one(ready to buy) for quite some time and nothing!!! Did you use spray paint to achieve the SO SMOOTH look? It really looks amazing!!!
Can I also receive your plans by email?Thank you!!
[email protected]

KATHY W (not verified)

Sun, 01/13/2013 - 20:02

This looks great!!! you did a wonderful job on it!!

tcaffrey

Tue, 02/26/2013 - 15:29

I would love the plans if you have them!!! Excatly what I have been looking for!! Thanks it looks great

bbcarey

Mon, 03/04/2013 - 19:25

I saw on another post that the sketchup model could be shared to the warehouse- which of course I knew but totally forgot. So- I've uploaded the model for this buffet to the warehouse and it should be able to be accessed from this link:
http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/details?mid=8acc2d1db12502a9cc04…

If I had the patience to work up an actual plan I would - but hopefully the sketchup model will help - there should be dimensions and I have the cut list in the model as well. Still let me know if you have questions and I would LOVE to see anyone else's finished project!

bbcarey

Wed, 12/18/2013 - 08:02

Glad it helped- I need to learn how to post a plan- but for now sharing the sketchup plan I am hoping helps (I have some other plans out there as well). I do all my projects ahead of time in Sketchup to plan for materials etc..

mommap7200

Tue, 10/06/2015 - 18:50

Any chance you still have these plans? I can't see them on sketchup.

mommap7200

Sun, 10/04/2015 - 19:11

Do you happen to still have the plans for this buffet? My email address is [email protected] if youre able to send them. I would love them. This buffet is really nice and the sketchup plans are not working for me.

My First Fence!

Submitted by shortyjuan on Tue, 10/29/2013 - 07:52

This project took me about 2 weeks. Granted, it would have been quicker, but I could only work on it a few hours every couple days. I've never built a fence before, I think anyone could do it. Just take your time and that includes time to plan. I designed houses for a year about 10 years ago, so I actually drafted some plans to help me determine how much lumber I would need. This fence will welcome our new family member soon, my wife's 4 year old german shepherd. Also, this is a treated pine fence, instead of cedar. Thanks for the tips Anna.

Built from Plan(s)
Cedar Fence
Estimated Cost
$1500
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I will stain this fence next year after the wood dries out.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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spiceylg

Thu, 10/31/2013 - 01:37

Great job. Definitely more character than the neighbor's! Love the copper post caps as well.

Kitchen Corner

Submitted by shanepat77 on Fri, 01/15/2016 - 18:10

We needed something to fill the space in a corner in our kitchen. I modified this plan slightly from the original in order to fit in the space. We then topped it off with Marble top to match the counters in the rest of the kitchen.

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Console Table
Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Antiqued Milk Pain with Marble top.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Large Rustic X Bench

Submitted by RHgaijin2 on Tue, 05/28/2019 - 18:41

I made this bench using reclaimed 2x4's.  I made a video of the project. 

 https://youtu.be/PdbMJPvWU8M

Blog Link
https://youtu.be/PdbMJPvWU8M
Built from Plan(s)
54" Bench with Cross Bracing - Made with 1x boards
Estimated Cost
Wood was free from reclaimed pallets
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Base was painted with 2 coats of primer
Seat was torched and then covered in a waterproof spray
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Adirondack Chairs

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 03/19/2023 - 18:40

My husband built this Adirondack chairs. They are so comfortable.

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Easy Build Adirondack Chair

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