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Farmhouse Night Stand
I got lucky with this one. Most everything came from a broken dining room table that i got for free. The legs are old staircase spindles from a salvage shop that i got for 8 dollars. So 8 dollars plus the spray paint put me at about 20 dollars for this. Not bad.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Black spray paint undercoat and red spray paint on top sanded down
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Rustic Wood Cooler Box made from Pallets!
Watch the video on how I did this project here: http://youtu.be/IoP2cKN2WeY
For this week's woodworking project I'm building a Rustic Cooler Box from used Pallets. The project was a lot of fun to do and pretty simple! By just using some old Pallets that were free I was able to build something that will get a lot of use. Plus, by using the Pallets I think it turned out really cool looking!
How to video http://youtu.be/IoP2cKN2WeY
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$40 for cooler and accessories. Pallet wood was FREE.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Outdoor Polyurethane. Wood was left natural.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Wed, 11/27/2013 - 04:02
Pallet Cooler
Awesome way of doing a pallet cooler. Keeping the cost minimal your way of finishing it was really good. Personalizing such coolers would be interesting!
Mallet
My first wood working mallet!
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Tung Oil
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Sun, 05/17/2015 - 18:12
This is cool!
I have one of these from when my husband was in wood shop as a kid! Also a pencil holder he made in school on the drill press, I've used it on my desk for 35 years! :)
Sun, 05/17/2015 - 19:38
That's cool!
I've been thinking about getting a wooden mallet for a bit now. Currently I just use my rubber mallet, in the rare instance I need a mallet, but being so soft, gets quite a bit of wear and tear. The video is a great!
Oliver String Puzzle
This is my take on the classic Oliver String Puzzle. It was built from scrap wood, a ring from a previous project, purchased wood beads and rope.
The goal is to remove the ring from the puzzle. My kids and wife found it quite challenging. I would rate the skill level at 3 out 5. If you can't figure it out from the pictures, refer to the video.
Build Instructions: https://www.instructables.com/id/Oliver-String-Puzzle/
Solution: https://youtu.be/VTb0IlMXSiU
Estimated Cost
$5
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Oil
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Kids clubhouse
Here is how the clubhouse I built turned out! Still need to install trim, paint, and a do few other finishing touches.
TV console table
This table was built using the plans for the "Simple, Cheap and Easy Console Table". I adjusted the size (made it shorter and wider) and added shelves. I made it with oak, so it wasn't cheap, but it goes better with the rest of our furniture.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$125
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
minwax honey oak stain and 3 coats of polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
2x4 Sectional
Outdoor sectional made using Georgia M's 2x4 modifications. Found some nice studs at Home Depot that worked great. Filled in any knot holes with stainable wood filler, and after sanding they looked like much more expensive lumber. Used Kreg 2.5" blue-coat outdoor screws and chestnut brown decking stain. Cushions are from Wal-Mart online clearance... Went to find the link, but they're all sold out. Looks like I lucked out!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$100 materials, $150 cushions
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Thompson WaterSeal (Chestnut Brown). Two coats, applied prior to assembly.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
double chair bench with table
this was a fun build had to tweak the plans a little but turned out great!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
stained and polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
X Console
A house warming present for my little brother and his wife
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Timber Cabin Chicken Coop
I had to convert all the measurements from inches to mm, but it was worth the brain drain. I didn't add the garden, but extended out the chicken coop. I am thrilled with the results! Thank you!
Built from Plan(s)
Comments
Fri, 12/03/2021 - 07:39
Super nice!
WOW, definitely worth the extra effort, just beautiful! I wish we could offer metric plans, may need to figure that out.
Wed, 03/23/2022 - 20:32
Did you change out the 2x4…
Did you change out the 2x4 and 2x6 on the lower half?
Kentwood Bookcases
I built two modified kentwood bookcases to replace some old worn out shelves. To fit the space, I increased the width to 1 metre each, and reinforced each shelf for strength.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
These pieces are finished with "teak" water-based stain by Resene, danish oil, and clear furniture wax.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
4x4 Truss Table and Benches - Modified
I took the plans and modified them a bit to build what we were looking for. - I used 2x8s for the top of the table so that the middle board could have two removable sections that could be used for ice buckets for drinks. I made those out of plastic planter boxes. I also used 4 2x4s across the top for support.
The last major change is that i used corner brackets and bolts or screws to attach all the pieces. I liked the industrial look it gave the table and benches.
Everything was sanded down and finished with a drift gray stain and seal.
The building part was easy, but sanding and staining prior to putting it all together is what took most of the time. It was probably an hour of cutting, an hour of building and the rest was sanding or staining.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$350-$400
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
first project
I am a welder by trade and metal is what I do best. I have a few friend in the woodworking industry and they make it seem really easy. so with the help of a friend and my wife getting me a table saw I mad her this console. This was my first build and starting out I was walking around finding wood like I was looking for my lost mother. after a short weekend and learning from my mistakes and the plans from Ana White being sooo darn good to follow step by step my wife has this beautiful console in the living room.
Estimated Cost
$70 for the wood.
Being I was starting out I have a lot more in to it because I was also buying tools.
Being I was starting out I have a lot more in to it because I was also buying tools.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
White paint/primer
Walnut stain on top and door (not pictured)
Barn door slider will be made by me.
Walnut stain on top and door (not pictured)
Barn door slider will be made by me.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Desk top
I used Ana’s desktop plan to build this desk. I purchased black metal desk legs and added the bottom shelf.
Comments
outdoor benches
This is an outdoor seating arrangement that we came up with by looking at your website. We had to adjust the size to fit our deck. But once again without your website this would not have been possible.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
orange/red solid stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Rustic X Coffee Table Sans X!
This was my very first build, and I'm so pleased with how it turned out! I decided not to add the X pieces because I didn't want the table to look too rustic. I did add clavos for an extra touch and I love it!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$60
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Classic Gray
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Comments
Thu, 05/28/2015 - 10:46
Great job! I wish my first
Great job! I wish my first build came out as nice as this!
Octagon table
Took about 1 week to finish the project. I like the overall result.
Instead of using pocket hole to join the top, I use dowel and glue to join the board together. Clamp the top in sections then combine 2 large piece together.
using the speed squre to create the 45 degree angle and use the circular saw to cut out the angled section.
I used the table saw to cut off the round edge on 2x2 to create smooth Table apron.
Use wood filer to fill all the crack and hole from brad nail/joint.
apply 2 layer of stain. allow it to dry overnight. Then Thin out poly with minaral Spirit to wipe on 4-5 layers.
sand finish in between with 330 grit paper
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
300
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Min-wax Red Mahogany with 4 layer of Min-wax polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
I learned to use a Kreg Jig for the Rustic X hall tree
I made this headboard-inspired version of the rustic X hall tree in about 8 hours with the help of my hubby and son-in-law. I own a miter saw and basic tools, but no Kreg Jig. I thought I would be able to make it without one since I made a similar entry table just screwing the pieces together and hiding the screw heads under the dome-shaped clavos. I planned to do the same with this project but soon realized that the way the 2x4s were attached to one another it would not be possible. My son-in-law allowed me to borrow his Kreg Jig and showed me how to use it. I used the clavos and iron accents to match the sofa table and love the way my version of the rustic X hall tree turned out! The finish is Varathane Classic Wood Stain in Jacobean and the corner accents were purchased from Hobby Lobby.
Built from Plan(s)
Comments
Our First Headboard
My husband and I finished our first project together. It was odd having him around in the garage, but I tried to not freak out too bad. He was so excited, until we were about three hours into sanding. Little did he know, that I would be sanding all week long. He spent the rest of the time busy after that. :)
The project went smoothly. I think that the headboard is a little low even after I lowered the bed frame by removing the wheels. I am going to need to build leg extension, but will just enjoy the headboard for a while as is.
You can find more photos on my blog.
Estimated Cost
$60
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Prime and Paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Ana White Admin
Sat, 11/13/2021 - 09:32
So Pretty!
Love the finish and look, thank you for sharing!