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Tryde Side Table

Submitted by Joni on Sun, 10/09/2011 - 10:46

This was my first project, so I picked one of the easier table plans. Once I learned how to work the miter saw, Kreg Jig & drill, it was pretty easy!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$10, not including paint or 4x4
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Primer, and 2 coats of Valspar Semi-Gloss Paint (Roasted Sepia & Jekyll Sans Souci Green)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Pull-out step stool

I needed a step-stool in my kitchen to reach in my top cabinets. I'm rather short so I was constantly dragging a chair from my dining table over to find things. I did a google search for a step stool and looked at images. As soon as I saw the picture I knew I had to build it, the retailer selling the original one I saw has a starting price of $270 and goes all the way up to $680! It took me 2 weeks off and on and several times of putting together and taking apart to get Ito the size specifications on the retail website.

Estimated Cost
Around $50
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Stain and satin finish poly
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Bunnie1978

Wed, 10/09/2013 - 04:13

That's a cool idea... mix between nesting tables and stools! Great job!

Mrswhetstone

Sun, 05/31/2015 - 18:27

I just used the picture i found online as reference and built it through trial and error. Unfortunately I don't know how to create plans either.I can tell you the legs are 2x3's cut at a 5° angle and the tops are 2x6's. I ordered the drawer slides from amazon for approximately $12 a piece.

robear529

Fri, 08/21/2015 - 06:34

Hi, I've been looking for the original image that you used as your model in an attempt to find dimensions to start with, but haven't been able to find it. Could you perhaps remember what brand it was or what site you found it on? If you still have the stool, could you maybe tell me the width of your top step and I could maybe go from there? 

Thanks for the picture. This is a brillant idea and exactly what I'd like to create for my kitchen. I'm hoping to be able to use it as a counter height seat as well when I'm working in the kitchen.

Rustic X TV Console

Submitted by Rol8701 on Tue, 12/29/2015 - 12:41

Loved this plan, decided to use it for our living room TV console. Planning to add handles to the crates during a weekend when we have some free time. Very impressed with our final product :)

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$85 for wood, stain, sandpaper and wood glue. $70 for the crates and grey paint. Not sure how much the wife spent on dressing up the top of the console.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
1st layer of stain we used weathered oak by Minwax
2nd layer special walnut by Minwax
3rd layer weathered oak
4th layer special walnut

wiped off access stain with a rag, 320 grit sandpaper was used between stains.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Modern outdoor 2x4 chair with modification

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 03/08/2019 - 13:31

This chair was made off Ana white'smodern outdoor chair with modification to add back support. Without the back support the back pillow would keep falling off.  The cushion are 25x25 but very thick for comfort.

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Brittsiana

Sun, 08/16/2020 - 10:03

Does anyone know what degree angle this is for the back support?
I would like to add it to my newly finished chairs I made over the weekend. The pillow keeps falling down.

outdoor table inspired by the outdoor sectional

Submitted by vic b on Tue, 10/11/2011 - 23:56

constructed in a similar way to the outdoor sectional, using 1x4's. We used 4 1x4's laminated together for each leg.

Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Cindy from Indiana (not verified)

Wed, 10/12/2011 - 10:02

That table looks GREAT! And your pup is gorgeous, too!

sgilly02 (not verified)

Fri, 10/14/2011 - 21:41

What kind of wood did you use? I tried something similar but ended up splitting the wood and had to change the design of the table. This is just what I had originally planned but was unable to produce. It's just beautiful.

vic b

Sat, 10/15/2011 - 13:55

We used 1x4 Australian Tallowood (Hardwood) decking timber. All the screw holes were pre drilled and countersunk. Bolts at the top and bottom of the legs to hold them together.

Modern Craft Table

Submitted by Lee Anne on Thu, 10/10/2013 - 17:38

Peggy and I modified this table to be larger, put it together with the help of our Kreg Jig and painted it, with Kaitlyn's help, chocolate on the sides with white interiors and blue on the top. We look forward to making lots of art and being crafty at this table. And making lots of other projects to complete our craft room.

Built from Plan(s)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Easy Vintage Step Stool - Red Alder

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 12/31/2015 - 15:55

I built this stool for my son of three years.  The wood is from Red Alder trees that blew down on my farm a few years ago.  I milled the logs with a friend and, while alder can behave badly, I always love working with the wood.  The end upright in the image was quite cupped and it cracked when I screwed it down - but it's still rigid and solid.  The wood takes an oil finish beautifully!  Chose to drill and plug the screws, instead of using pocket screws.  Gives it a nice rustic look, and is easy to recoat when a touchup is required.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Polyurethane and Boiled Linseed Oil Blend
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Class bunk bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 03/12/2019 - 17:47

We removed the legs and added an extra piece to the top to bring the mattress height down.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Modern Adirondack Chairs

Submitted by 2RiversFP on Sat, 02/04/2023 - 18:35

I have wanted to make Adirondack chairs for some time and loved finding these plans. I use exclusively reclaimed or salvaged lumber for all my projects. The lumber for these came from a fire station being torn down to make way for a newer more modern one. These are now home on the patio of the new station. Love how you make plans that are easy to follow and headache free. Thank you!

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Vintage Crate Drawers

Submitted by amil04 on Tue, 10/18/2011 - 11:53

I used the plans for Ana's vintage crate cart, but made a few changes. I made my boxes 11"W x 12"T x 15"D. I did not leave spaces between the pallet pieces and added a cheap wrought iron style handle from the hardware store for a pull. I only stained the fronts. I love these drawers!!!

Built from Plan(s)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Bathroom Vanity

Submitted by ndetermann on Mon, 10/14/2013 - 16:31

My wife has been wanting cabinets under our bathroom sink.... So, I made plans and gave it a whirl. How did I do? If anyone want plans or more info how I did it feel free to ask.

Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Min wax Cherry with a semi-gloss min wax poly coat (3 coats)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

sgilly

Mon, 10/14/2013 - 20:47

I'll bet your wife is thrilled. It's always harder to try to build around something you already than to start fresh - but you did a fantastic job.

spiceylg

Tue, 10/15/2013 - 06:51

Really nice job and what a cost savings! Your wife must be over the moon with all of the additional storage!

In reply to by spiceylg

ndetermann

Fri, 10/18/2013 - 01:20

Yes the cost savings was amazing. and it will hold up and is thicker than anything you would buy in the box stores. I am really happy with all of this. Thank you so much for commenting.

Farmhouse Dining Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 01/02/2016 - 21:08

This table is the perfect length for our dining area.  Pretty easy to build if you aren't new to building furniture.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Kitchen Sideboard

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 03/19/2019 - 15:32

Made this sideboard cabinet for my kitchen using the plans for the barn door cabinet. Just modified a bit by hanging the door instead of doing the sliding barn door. Turned out great and I love the look of it. Provides lots of extra storage and counter space in my kitchen. 

Estimated Cost
$130
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

A Farmhouse Table for my wife

Submitted by jenkins219 on Sat, 10/22/2011 - 16:48

My wife has been wanting a farmhouse table for our kitchen for a while...so I looked through this site to get some ideas and finally built her one she loves.

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax 'Poly Shades' Bomba Mahogany for tops....Valspar Ultra white semi-gloss for sides and legs.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Simplest stool

Submitted by rgriffee67 on Fri, 10/18/2013 - 00:13

My version of the Simplest Stool will a larger rounded edges top.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Solid white paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

New Dining Table!

Submitted by Michael K on Mon, 01/04/2016 - 03:43

Keep on building on! This is the second peice I've built for our dining room - built a bar first. I opted to only make 2 pedestals instead of 3 that was on the plans. Dimensions are a tad smaller to fit our room nicely, measuring 90in x 40in. My wife and I absolutely love this table! I used Red Oak for the top and Doug fir for the base. Hardest part was lugging around that dense oak and looking for chairs! The stretcher was also a bit of a task as well. Had to go out a buy a rubber mallet to bang it in enough so that the slack on both ends were even. We particularly like this piece because it will be used often and many memories will be created around this table! Thanks again for the inspiration!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$400, sold previous dining table and chairs for $425
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Miniwas Special Walnut, 3 Coats Spar Urethane
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Pub Height table shortened

I was asked by my Mother in Law(and when you are asked of anything from your Mother in Law, you do it!) to build a dining room table for my brother in law.  She bought all the wood(all Oak), and all I had to do is design and build it.  I used your Pub Height table plans and tweeked it a bit.  My Single Brother in Law bought a house, and needed a dining room table.  It was my first Dining room table build, and learned a lot.  Had some trouble with the boards twisting when I screwed them together, but nothing a little sanding took care of.  Overall, I am pretty proud of it, and my BIL loves it.  

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Min-wax Colonial Maple
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Guitar Workbench

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 02/17/2023 - 06:54

I built this 6' workbench for your garage or workshop but converted it to a guitar workbench for a local music store. I added a felt fabric top so his technician could repair guitars without scratching or damaging his instruments. Painted it black to give it some flair. Check out my other work at www.customwoodcreations48.com

Built from Plan(s)

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Farmhouse Bed goes chic

My Husband and I built our Farmhouse bed as our 2nd project, out of necessity. Our bed broke, and I was really lusting after a Farmhouse bed, so we took the plunge. 6 months later, we moved and our style changed, so we painted it. I love it even better in gray! The best part of building your own furniture is that you can change it as your style changes!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
First- Valspar Honeymilk paint.
Second- A dark gray (I forgot the name)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate