Newbie- so I forgot to add the height of the shelf to my calculations...
I forgot to add the height of the shelf when I measured for the placement of the two by two shelf supports, but it still turned out well.
I forgot to add the height of the shelf when I measured for the placement of the two by two shelf supports, but it still turned out well.
Made the Christmas Tree Shelf but used 1x3s and cuphooks. It turned out amazing!
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This was my second project when I took up woodworking. It's the pocket hole version and I couldn't be happier with the results!
This was a Baby Gift for my sister and her little boy, Xander who was born just a couple weeks ago. I wanted to do something special that would last for my sweet nephew. She found a bookshelf similar to this on cool-rooms.com and we decided to try to make our own version. I've posted about it on my blog if you're interested in the process.
Sun, 03/18/2012 - 16:03
The best 'plans' I could come up for this are described here on my blog post for this... not too specific, but hopefully gives you a good idea of the process: http://alabahamians.blogspot.com/2012/03/dr-seuss-bookshelf-for-sweet-b…
Thanks for the sweet comments!!!
Mon, 01/22/2018 - 17:52
I would love to see the instructions you have in your blog, but it says you must be invited to see the blog. May I have access? Thanks! Brooke
Mon, 01/22/2018 - 17:52
I would love to see the instructions you have in your blog, but it says you must be invited to see the blog. May I have access? Thanks! Brooke
Sun, 03/18/2012 - 19:22
Clever cute creative. Cant stop looking at it. I love it. Thank you so much for posting.
Sun, 03/18/2012 - 19:52
Thank you so much for posting .You did a beautiful job. Your a good sister and a Terrific aunt.
Sun, 03/18/2012 - 22:16
WOW!!!!!! Wow wow wow wow!!! This is just beyond cool.
Sun, 03/18/2012 - 23:30
I love how you have taken a typical shelf and gave it a spark that is SO ONE of a KIND! WOW! This gives me ideas! There is just not enough time in the day thought.
Thank you for sharing your Awesome creativity. Your Family is SO lucky to have someone as talented as you! Keep up the good JOB!!!
Again AMAZING!!!
This is our first project from the site and we are in LOVE with our table. We spent a few weekends building it and another weekend staining. We always wanted a table large enough to seat a big group for holidays or events. We can seat 10 comfortably (4 on each side with smaller chairs and 1 on each end.) Not only was this inexpensive (around $100 total), but it is a great sense of pride in our house. Knowing we built this with our own hands and telling others that we did so is amazing.
http://ana-white.com/2009/12/plans-farmhouse-table-knock-off-of.html
This project could take alot less time if I had a wood planer. I use a belt sander to sand all pallet wood and this is what takes the longest. Well applying the polyurethane takes a while to finally get it to the way I like it. Bc I'm my worst critic.
Wed, 03/30/2016 - 00:19
This is probably the coolest brag I've seen on here! Do you think this is something a beginner could pull off with a coping saw? I'm assuming you cut the state out, stain the rest of the board, and then glue/screw it all back together? Seriously this is amazing, kudos to you!
In reply to Seriously too awesome by Malka
Wed, 09/07/2016 - 00:43
Actuall all i did was put duck takp to try to keep stain from leaking under. When i got close to stain I just patted it slowly and that was final result. But thanks for comment.
Made 2 changes to the plans which was using a 2 x 4 as a center top board to add some variety to the board width and also decided to go with breadboard ends which also used 2x4
Thanks for the plans!
I built this dollhouse for my daughter's sixth birthday. It was a great experience and my first time using a KregJig. I ventured from the plans a bit and built cantilevered staircase with dollar store Jenga-type blocks.
I got so inspired by Ana White I just assumed I can make anything just like her :D
But deep inside I knew, I wasn't nearly as good as her :(
So when we needed a bar table of definite length and height and type and color and way out of our budget, I thought to myself "hey girl! you can do this ;)"
So I came up with this super easy plan.
You can read all about it from the link below
Sat, 02/13/2021 - 06:51
Hi Anna I have enjoyed coming to your page and have made many things from your plans but your page is so over run with pop up adds that it is jumping all over the place and give me a headace from all the movement sorry to say I must leave
I used the Grand Barn Door Console plans to build my wife an entertainment center. Instead on the "barn doors", I framed them out and attached a patterned sheet metal, from the back.
Loving this furniture! We modified it slightly by raising the height of the couches. Added some height and a slight tilt in the back. The chairs are super comfortable as the plans are done. We used 6” 25x25 cushions. We plan on staining soon.
Jaime Sallis
This is an antique oak dresser I recently purchased. I had some rebuilding to do. I replaced the bottom and fixed/rebuilt the dovetail drawers. I did replace the veneer on the top two drawers. It isn't a difficult task. Just ask and I will explain the process. I do wish though that I had gone online and purchased some quarter sawn oak veneer. It would have matched better than what I purchased from a local home improvement store. I replaced all of the hardware. I purchased it from Kennedy's online. The hardware finish is called aged brass. If you have solid brass hardware you can purchase a "brass ager" quite cheaply. There was a mirror attached to the dresser at some time. I am going to build a mirror to match that I will hang on the wall above. I am also looking to build a back splash for the back of the dresser. I think I may purchase an antique oak pediment (decorative door header) to make the back splash from.
I built the table to fit my space and made a few changes!
I modified the plans slightly, reducing the overall seating depth by 1.5" so I could use 8' lumber with minimal waste, and make 2 cushions out of one 54" width of fabric. I also tweaked the design to make a chaise lounge on one side. I used bargain priced sunbrella fabric (has a few imperfections) and recycled soda bottle fill for the cushions to keep cost lower. Building the wooden part was quick and easy (took an afternoon including two trips to the store), but this was my first sewing project so the total project time reflects my learning curve making and stuffing cushions.
Tue, 04/05/2016 - 06:45
This looks like a very lovely place to relax, can't believe that was your first sewing project!
Wed, 04/06/2016 - 06:34
This looks really great! You have inspired me to stop procrastinating and get started on our outdoor sectional. Every time I think about doing it the building part seems fun but, I'm overwhelmed by the task/cost of the cushions. I'm interested in learning more about the fill you used. Where did you find it and what was the approximate cost? Thanks and great work!
Wed, 06/29/2016 - 20:25
Whoops - sorry about that. This looks amazing, and the detail on the fabric is quite fantastic. I have been wanting to replace some old furniture that is falling apart, and this would really be a wonderful addition to the outdoor space. Kudos on the great work.
The cutest! Little girl's vanity built from pine and painted two tone blush pink. So adorable.
Plans modified from the mila vanity plan. I used a jig saw to cut out the mirror board backing from 3/4 plywood to mimic an antique vanity. I purchased the laser wood frame from Michael's and attached with gorilla glue. I used a plastic mirror material that could be cut to fit the frame. Remember to spread your glue very thin on the back of the mirror material or it will mildly distort the reflection if it is not perfectly smooth.
I added a vanity board in the knee space that I also cut with a jig saw from a 1x4 board. I copied that pattern for the back of the stool. I used Ana's kids art center stool plan for that.
The crates are made using wood lathe scraps and a piece of 1x6 scrap.
The paint on the vanity is Rustoleums chalked paint in Blush. The laser cut wood frame, crates and stool are Krylon spray paint in Blush Gloss.
The inspiration for this piece came from an Instagram post. We decided on our overall dimensions (36" tall, 18" deep and 60" long), then more or less guessed what the size of the pieces for the face frame would be. We recreated it as best we could and I think it came out incredible. It has soft close drawers on top and the hand-made sliding shelves are also soft close. The raised panels for the doors were made on a table saw. The doors have soft close hinges. The cabinet is made from maple plywood, oak plywood, yellow pine and poplar. The top is made of cypress and stained with Minwax "fruitwood" color and semi-gloss urethane. Next step is to make the shelves which will be 48" tall overall.
Dave Patterson
This is my second build. I used the Benchright plan but had to modify it for one drawer. The Dimensions are 39 long, 25 wide, and 19 tall. I have heard others comment on how difficult drawers are. I thought I would just jump in head first with the kind of drawer that closes flush with the rest of the table - really had some trouble with making it square. I ended up shimming the face onto to the drawer because even though it opens and closes smoothly, it isn't square with the rest of the table...
I had originally planned to make the 20 second tidy up table for my living room and begun purchasing materials. However, I was let go from my job last Sunday, so changed my plans. I took inventory of all the supplies and materials I had on hand and tried to find a plan that would not require any more spending to build... to sell... to pay rent.... and thus the new table was born. And I love it. And I hate to sell it.
I tried to copy the finish on the 20 second tidy up table, and this is how it ended up. I used Minwax Golden Pecan for the base color and Red Oak for the accent color. The colors got a little blended together through the staining process. I really love how it turned out though because it's a nice warm color. The only thing I don't like is the grain in the pine didn't take much if any color, so it's still a bit yellow, which seems slightly out of place when I look at it. I think it will darken with age and look a little better. Otherwise, this was a super fun project!!
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 04:43
Stain it all! You will get more money for it stained than painted or unfinished.
Tue, 03/27/2012 - 06:09
I will try to do that this weekend... if I can find some money to get stain with. Hehe. I think it would look really great stained with the same method that Ana used on the 20 second tidy up table... rubbing the edges with a darker color... I love that look.
Tue, 04/10/2012 - 04:58
This is awesome! I love it. You did a great job. Do you by any chance have the construction process on this? I would love to try it for my "first" project!! thank you.
Mon, 05/14/2012 - 15:30
I love the 20 second tidy up table and have plans to make 1 but I've been so busy with work that I've been commissioned to build. Nothing for me for a while.... So goes unemployed life. No complaints!!!
The first of hopefully many more projects to come!
Thu, 01/16/2014 - 05:00
Get ready to build more because with each successful project comes the need for another one. The hobby is addictive. You will need stations for your new miter saw, band saw, drill press, and of course tool storage. Looking forward to your future projects.
This was my first project building something from this site. I absolutely love it! We didnt add the X's because the miter saw was at my dad's house, which I was kind of sad about, but I think it still looks good. Not too bad for mine and my husbands first build!
Hi Ana,
We build the Modern Farmhouse Bed frame in Australia. I had to convert the plans to metric and change the width to Australian King size dimensions(who knew there were so many bed sizes). I also modified the plans to have a LED light strip in the top of the head board for reading. A fun project that everyone is impressed with.
My wife and I lived in Tok for about a year, and love seeing the animals, and landscapes around Delta in your videos.
Thanks for your hard work,
Jim & Kylie
Gold Coast
Australia
The potting bench was my first ever project followed soon by the essential Adirondack chairs. All were made with reclaimed wood salvaged from a porch and from my husband’s scrap pile.
Kelly