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After discovering a leak, we are in the process of a master bathroom/bedroom remodel. In the bedroom, we had replaced all of the windows, painted and installed crown moulding with rope lighting in the bedroom. Then we looked at our closet doors leading to our walk-in closet, and realized they really needed to go to. They were heavy, mirrored with brass trim and regularly would jump off their track. Unfortunately the leak had caused more damage than we originally thought, and our remodel had expanded to replacing two exterior walls as well so we were over budget. Just to get an idea of how much it would cost to buy new doors, I got online and thankfully I found these plans. Although I used to watch my Grandfather build things in his wood shop, I had never actually built something all by myself. My contractor let me use his Kreg Jig and miter saw. After purchasing the wood, I quickly put together the door frames. Since we were on a strict budget for these doors, I decided to use bead board instead of glass. I bought a 4 x 8 sheet of beadboard and had the store rip it in half. I then attached it to the back of the doors with small wood screws and glue. I painted the doors with white gloss trim paint to match the other doors in the room. Since my closet is a walk-in closet, I did paint both sides. My closet entrance had no trim, so used a piece of moulding and attached it to the bypass door track. We are not finished with the flooring or baseboards yet, but once complete we will be installing guides along the bottom.

First ever building project!!! I am beginner, you can do it too! Got the Kreg Jig R3 for my birthday and conquered my first build! I wasn't about to try the drawers maybe next time! Adjusted the measurements for the length I needed and only have one shelf trying to decide if I'll add the top shelf. I have been reading ana-white for years and finally did it!

Built 3 shelves in pine with the same specs as the original plan. They're finished with a diluted Snow White milk paint stain.

Started with the regular loft bed, and added 10 inches to the height. Then I made a ladder instead of stairs to save room. Enclosed it, then added the finishing touches. Link to the process and my son's reaction is below. 

https://youtu.be/xhOqYV7RkKQ

-John

The boss requested a table to the patio, figure I would keep the theme going and use the same size wood that used for the pergola. Followed the Fancy X Farmhouse Table plans with a few exceptions. Instead of 2x4, it was constructed with 6x6, 4x4, 2x8, 2x6 (Doulgas-fur, rough-cut). The bench plans can be found on the site as well, the original plans were for a full-length bench, on one side two benches were built with half the length. 

Had a weekend to complete it for a party the following week. table top needs to be refinished.

Great look and feel for the backyard patio.

After building the playhouse loft bed recently, I whipped up the fancy doll crib for my daughter. My mother made a beautiful pillow and quilt to match the one of my daughter's bed.

My father-in-law needed a place to display the remains of Great-Grandma after she passed away last winter. I modified the plans posted at Shanty-2-Chic to fit the space in his living room: http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2013/02/diy-shelving-floating-ledge.html

 I live in Lviv Ukraine and painted it in he national colors of Ukraine.

The wood came from a old pallet.

X rustic coffee table

Our two-year-old daughter's newfound hobby of washing her hands and brushing her teeth really took off a few weeks before Christmas. Santa left stools for her and her little sister to be used in different bathrooms.

This was a Mothers Day gift for my mom.  She absolutely loves it!  She lives in a retirement complex and neighbors are complimenting her on it all the time! I did decide to go with all cedar instead of using any pine, so that did increase the cost. I also altered the plan like others and added a trim piece on the top. I think that makes the planter! Thanks Ana for the wonderful plans!

I made this to fit an empty wall in the kitchen. It's an additional work space not really an eating space. I made the table smaller 6ft. by 22.5 inches. I decided to use 2-1X11's for the top instead of smaller boards. I figured less boards to join left me less room for error! I measured my dimensions for the smaller table and then built a matching bench also. One thing I did different on these plans was that I used pocket holes underneath to attach almost all my boards so I wouldn't have any outside nail holes to fill. If you are planning on doing some building and don't have a Kregg Jig or similar tool I would definitely recommend one! I got a mini version and I've used it a ton already. Also if you are thinking about making this table I would consider using 1X4's or cutting down a 1X6 into a 4 or 5 to make the aprons a little smaller. There is not much leg room between the top of the bench and the apron of the table. Overall I loved this project.

I used the basic plans with two significant alterations.  I made the dimesions slightly narrower, and I moved the entrance to the side.  Both of these changes were made because of space constraints in the location we chose.

Great bench

We always wanted one for the garden but they are extortion to buy from a shop or garden centre! Decided to make one myself. Headed back to the garden centre with my tape measured ( cheeky) took pictures and used my imagination for the build.
A few tricky part keeping everything square in the process as my garden is very uneven.

Hi from El Salvador, Central America, this was a realy easy proyect but give this gift to your friends and you will touch their hearts, take the time and effort to build it with your own hands is very meaningfull to everybody. Thanx Ana great site!!