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used triple pedestal plans and modified. I laminated all the leg pieces to look like one piece, also did top in 3" thick top.

This was my first ever DIY project as I wouldnt consider myself a handy man, but I had alot of fun making this table and bench. I modified the design as I wasn't confident in making the necessary cuts for the X but I added a long support underneath the table top so that the top wouldn't sag (hopefully!).  Since completing the table, I've grown more comfortable with my carpentry "skills" and all I want to do on the weekends is build things! I'm sure I'm driving my wife insane!

It took me a lot longer as I had a couple weekends where I could only work on the table and bench for an hour or two but you can definitely do it in a weekend.

Thanks Ana! 

I wanted something special for my Daughter’s room. I made her bed and bedside table and then I experimented with your book case plan. I was pleasantly surprised with the finished product.

A x console table made to fit in recessed area near dining table. This was made out of scrap and left over blue pine. Top, middle and bottom shelves were joined with biscuits and kreg screws. In order to get more dimension out of legs I made out of 1x that were ripped at 45 and then the 4 pieces were joined with biscuits. Was stained with white mini wax

 I followed the plans to build the counch.  My wife liked it so much she requested the love seat and chairs.  The chair plans were not up on the site yet.  That said, the plans were so easy to follow, I was able to adjust the loveseat plans to make the chairs with ease. Thank you very much!  

Pretty simple to build. I would suggest when notching the main body and the front piece, to notch the main body only about 1/2 an inch and the front about 3 1/2 inches. The body is very thin, so having it notched all the way down can, and did, cause it to break. Just a suggestion though.

Also the plan does not include the braces for the body to attach to the rocking legs. I just measured the base of the scooter wheels and added about 1/2 inch. I cut that width off the end of the remaining wood.

I didn't make any changes , his orginal design was great. Hope these pictures help others. I tried to link to the modified-simple-outdoor-dining-table but wasn't able too.

I used leftover plywood (1/4 inch) instead, but would only recommend it, if you plan to paint the cradle (due to splintering when you make your cuts). I also used my nail gun instead of screws, which worked fine since the wood is a lot thinner and lighter. The cradle is very sturdy and my 4-year-old loves it. Thanks for the awesome plans!!

This is our fireplace / tv bump out. Used your plans modified a little. Decided on a navy blue shiplap. The shelves are made from oak barn wood we got from a torn down dairy barn.

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I made a more narrow version of this bookshelf. I needed a place for the thicker books to go, so I left the top shelf open. This bookshelf has made it so simple for the boys to clean up after reading. Even my four year old knows to put his books back!!! YESSSSS!

This was our first project yet, and we plan to do many more! We did the bulk of this project in one weekend, and took our time with the finishing touches. We added trim to frame the outsides, using solid 1x2 pieces, and added just 4 feet to the bottom so Roomba can fit under there and do his job! The stain we used was used in other projects by Ana, and we love the rustic feel!

I made this couch and chairs using Anna's instructions. I think they turned out nice.

This was my first time building anything, since the tool box I made in wood-shop in highschool! I made the stools about 3" shorter than the plans to accommodate our low counter height. Otherwise, I really had no idea what I was doing, but learned a lot through the process. Also, I don't really have a great work space, other than the 10'x10' second bedroom in our NYC apartment. At least all the dust can stay in one place. Looking forward to my next project of an outdoor table for our terrace - I'm hooked!!! Thanks Ana for making this so accessible. Some of my friends now want to come over and build projects for their apartments too!

Didn't turn out identical to the plan. I changed some measurements to work with her porch and the space I had to hang it, but all in all I'm more then pleased with it! ;-)

I built this arbor using the plans you provided (http://www.ana-white.com/2014/06/plans/outdoor-bench-arbor). Finish it just in time for my wifes birthday. She absolutely loved it. Thank you!