Garage shelves
![](/sites/default/files/37391578-DDE5-4310-842E-4C82AAD42EEA.jpeg)
Easy, quick garage shelves!
Easy, quick garage shelves!
I switched out my fall pumpkin decor for Christmas decor!
I've thought for a while about building a bed for our dogs, but wasn't sure where to start. We had an extra crib mattress so I set out to find a toddler bed that would work. I decided the Lydia Toddler Bed plan would work best. It doesn't look anything like it, but it was a great starting point.
First, I got rid of the canopy and the decorative side pannels. I also raised the bed 12 inches. (The hope is to add a rug on the floor underneath as sort of a "bottom bunk") The lumber store didn't have 2x2s so I used 2x3s for the legs. I also only used two 1x6s at the head and foot of the bed. They are seperated by 1" because when I got home, I realized they were actually 1x5 (RUDE).
All in all, it turned out exactly as I had hoped and the dogs love it! GOODBYE stinky dogbeds!
**Photo 1: Just finished building--the slats weren't screwed down yet.
**Photo 2: Deacon is testing out his new digs! See the stinky dogbed underneath?YUK!
**Photo 3: Dog Bed Completed! Mac & Deacon love it!
Thu, 10/16/2014 - 18:49
Thanks for sharing the great plans. We built this end in a few hours and she loves it!
Built a fireplace using Mimi's Faux Mantle plans - I think it turned out great!
Built from Purebond plywood because I can't find straight boards in bigger sizes in my area (EVER!) and used fir 1x's for everything else.
Finished with three coats of Behr paint/primer in ultra white. I will not buy Behr again. Personal preference.
I ended up using Japanese cedar for the top. I was happy with the way this came out.
This took a lot of time and money but I like the way it looks. We have 4 kitchen cabinets and one drawer and no room for more so storage is tight.
Modern Farmhouse Console Table by Home with Jules
A lady I work with at Driscoll Children's Hospital is giving birth this week to a boy. Instead of the traditional gifts I thought he should have an airplane and the Plane Old Shelf caught my fancy.
I made a couple of minor additions to the design with the addition of the traditional red and green navigation or running lights on the wing tips and a bright yellow axle. The wheels, cowling, and buttons are from Hobby Lobby. I took a small piece of bass wood, soaked and bent it and then let it dry overnight to form the propeller.
In South Texas the color scheme means something. The wing tips,tail, and cowling of the single engine trainers the want-a-be Navy pilots fly carry this color. They are everywhere.
Made two tables with my sister in less than six hours! During this time we also went to the store, took many breaks and even ate lunch! A fun project that develops tons of confidence :) Made out of pine, used 3" steel casters, stained in espresso, and didn't use wood glue. Ate sushi on them tonight! Also.....a perfect table for sitting on the floor and coloring, using a lap-top, or toss some pillows on it for a sleepy pup. Super neat!
My wife loves the X pattern of the Weatherly Sofa, but wanted the tilted back from the Simple White Outdoor Sofa. This was our best of both worlds effort!
Tue, 06/11/2019 - 05:25
Can you share where you got your cushions please?
My honey built this farmhouse potting bench in a few hours. I needed it to store all the junk that was laying on the ground. It's so cute!
Industrial Bar Cart with Stemware Storage
I built a regular table, then added half inch plywood to the top. Once the plywood was screwed and secured, I began tiling. I glued the tile down, waited 24 to cure then grouted!! I added aluminum trim to finish the top. I used Ceadar to make the legs only and used pressure treated for the rest.
We used Ana's "Simple Lounge Chair" plan, used a few pallet boards with some scrap lumber we had laying around in the garage, and made an awesome patio set for less than $75! The only cost we had was in fabric for the cushions, which was an added embellishment we chose to do We purchased pillows from a local thrift store, and even a couple at a local garage sale for $2 each... added our own special flare to make it match the fabric, and wahlah!
I Created this closet system because I have a basement bedroom with no closets. The bar I bought from target was falling over from the weight of all my clothes so I needed something more sturdy. I found this plan and it was perfect. I got shelves and clothing bars out of one build. I modified the plan a bit to fit the room. I also wanted it to have a bar that could hold dresses so I eliminated one of the lower shelves. I also made it a tad wider because I am rather tall and wanted it to comfortably fit folded sweatshirts.
This was my first time building anything! The plans were so easy to follow along! Once I master some things like this, I can work on fine tuning things a bit more so I can build some more intricate plans. Thanks so much for your website! My kids are loving the BBQ's outside at the table!
Tue, 06/02/2020 - 15:09
re the farm table. your cut list calls for 8 2 x 4 at 28 1/2 inches but the plan actually only needs 4 of them. The pics do not show you doubling the 2 x 4s for legs. Am I missing something.
Last year, I found these plans and with the help of my brother we modified them so they could be used with or with out cushions and to add storage underneath the day bed. I found the cushions on clearance from Crate and Barrell and managed to get them all for around $250. I finally finished staining the furniture this past weekend and thought I would share the finished result. The shade is a $8 curtain that we stretched across the top. We have had a lot of good times using this furniture!!
Sun, 06/17/2012 - 10:17
This is gorgeous! What an awesome place to kick back on a summer night
Sun, 06/17/2012 - 10:17
This is gorgeous! What an awesome place to kick back on a summer night
Fri, 03/20/2015 - 23:41
I am interested in the plans for this piece and love the added storage.
Excellent plans and a great build! We had a blast and LOVE our new table that will go in our new house once built.
We have now stained the benches but have not taken any photos. We also added the brackets shown in the photos.
With the arrival of our first baby in 10 days, the wife wanted a changing table. My only vision of a changing table was the ones in public restrooms. With the help of Google, I came across all the great diy ideas on this site. I combined 3 plans into 1 and came up with this. The project took 2 days to build. Next step is to prime and paint.
Tue, 12/24/2019 - 11:37
I live this changing table. I made the "Simple Changing Table" but would like to make this one. Are there plans for this one? Thanks!
I used the Ana White plans from the Large Porch X Back Bench. However, I downsized it to 2X2 instead of 2x4's for a lighter project. I used the wood I salvaged when I replaced my fence. It was about 15 yrs old. I cut off the rotten parts and used the good parts. It was pressure treated and still in very good condition. I cut down the 4x4's to 2x2"s via my table saw as well as the framing of the 2x4's. I used leftover treated 2x2's from a pergola I recently completed for the X back. I used leftover fence planks for the seat. The only cost I incurred was 3" screws and wood glue. I had a gallon of the paint in my garage that I had purchased at Walmart a few months back for another project for $7.