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Square Modern Farmhouse END Table
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I loved the square modern farmhouse table when I saw it, and knew I wanted to use it as an end table in our living room. I had this really awkward space that my couches created when their corners met. It had been filled by 4 TV trays acting as a larger end table--all I did was cover it with a table cloth to disguise what it really was! ;)
I have a coffee table that is similar looking (with a slated top) so I knew it would compliment it! I may still go back and repaint it to something a little more colorful or to make the white more crisp, but overall I love it!
The table is very heavy and sturdy! At the time I built this, I was under the impression our local Home Depot didn't carry pine boards, so I bought Douglas Fir instead (turns out they do carry pine, they just have it in a different section). Definitely increased the cost a bit, but I have no regrets.
It took me about a week to put together, but I also work outside the home. Had I had a whole weekend to devote to it, I think it would have been done in one or two days.
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outdoor benches
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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.
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Rustic X Coffee Table Sans X!
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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!
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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
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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
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I learned to use a Kreg Jig for the Rustic X hall tree
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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.
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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.
Mini Kentwood Bookshelf
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23" wide by 21 1/2" high by 15 1/4" deep
I needed a little bookshelf to fit under my window so I went with one full shelf (11 1/2") and a baby shelf (3 3/4" not including the area behind the top front lip - it's 5" from shelf to the bottom side of the top surface)
Now, to get around to putting on some stain...
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Girls vanity
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I built this off the vanity plans, but I wanted it to be larger for when my step daughter grew. The vanity height is 30". I also made the center removable so down the road she could use the 2 sides as bedside tables if she wanted.
Hanging Daybed/Desk
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This bed lifts up so that my son RJ has a desk big enough for him and his friends. A large piece of plexiglass serves as a smooth service and a great place to store his music, art, and whatever he is working on at the moment.
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Custom Bar Stools
We really liked the look of this stool with the nail heads, and we customized the stools to bar stool height by extending the length of the 2x2s to 27.5". We also bound the legs together before we started to put the stools together and sanded down the ends to make sure that they sat flush and wouldn't wobble...I would definitely recommend doing that because they are sturdy and don't wobble at all.
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Fancy Jewelry Box
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One of my friends at work is going to a new job, and this build is her going away gift. It is a variation of the Fancy Jewelry Box, with the following modifications:
Made from select pine, no plywood is visible on the outside on this build.
Slightly smaller, the box is made from 1x6, the back is a ½” x 5 ½” craft board, and the door outsides are 3/8” x 5 ½” craft boards.
The drawer boxes are ¼” thick craft board and the doors and overlay drawer faces are 3/8” thick craft board.
Overall dimensions are 13” wide, 5 ½” deep, and 14 ¼” tall.
The select pine worked very well for the luxe stained finish I was trying to achieve.
Used fancy knobs instead of wood knobs (also swapped out the included screws for shorter ones).
I really took my time on this to get everything just so. The project took about 15 hours in total, including the build, finishing, and decorations - - a bit at a time, spread out over the last couple of weeks.
I'm very happy to say the gift was a big hit!
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Pickle Washed X Table
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Rustic X Console table. I extended the size to 96 inches to fill a wall in the kitchen.
Trestle table with a few modifications
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I went with a butcher block table top, 48x120”. Rostered the edges with a chamfer bit. I didn’t use the 45 braces Otis plenty sturdy. It would come through the door assembled so it was assembled in place and weighs more than any other piece of furniture we have. It seats 8 adults comfortably.
Thanks, Ana White
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King Sized Farmhouse Bed
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My first attempt at one of Ana's beautiful projects, and it turned out better than I (and my wife) could have imagined. I made this for our 14th anniversary as we have not had a bed during that time. I used Jacobean colored stain, which I wasn't sure of, but as luck would have it, a neighbor who is a professional painter drove by and stopped to check it out. He offered to lacquer it in a satin finish for free!!! and it made a world of difference. I have received several comments on how it looks showroom quality. My wife is very happy. Only problem is she now wants the Farmhouse nightstand and a matching dresser. Looks like I have many more weekends worth of work ahead of me. Wouldn't have it any other way though. Had a blast!
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Rustic Bed
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Farmhouse bed!!!
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Entryway Bench
My wife wanted an entry way bench that would fit the baskets for a cube storage shelf units. Each box is 11 1/2 square and accomidates a 10 in basket. The bench is 50 inches long and and just shy of 19 inches tall. The depth of the bench is approximately 12 1/2 inches. My wife made the cushion for the top and we purchased the baskets from Lowes.
BBQ for the Grands
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My husband and I actually made four of these little bbq’s for our grandchildren and also for our own backyard. They were super fun to do. Pattern was easy to follow. Thank you Anna!
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Sun, 12/26/2021 - 17:33
Hours of fun!
You get the number one grandparents award, that is awesome!
Thank you for sharing:)
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Ana White Admin
Thu, 12/16/2021 - 13:40
Nice storage desk!
Love your customizations, thank you for sharing!