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My $30 Closet Makeover!
This project is closest to the Simple Closet Organizer, but I wanted to be able to re-use the existing components of the closet. The only purchased materials were one sheet of cabinet grade plywood and dowel rod holders (since I already had paint and screws).
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Tue, 07/12/2011 - 09:06
This is on my very soon to do
This is on my very soon to do list. I actually drew up a sketch yesterday of my plan and the husband seems ready to start! Thanks for sharing yours!.
Outdoor Sectional from Redwood
I wanted to build this sectional such that it could be used with or without cushions. I modified the backs so that pillows and cushions would not fall through. Because I wanted to use redwood rather than the cheaper pine stock, I had to rip the lumber myself out of 2x4s. This process was a little tedious and required some minor modifications because the stock was slightly thinner than production lumber. However, this saved me money because each cut list resulted in two chairs rather than one. I also built the ottomans, side tables, and potting tables using ana-white plans. Because I dimensioned the lumber myself, this project took considerably longer than the estimate on the plans. This was a fun project that I will enjoy for many years to come.
Pipe Coffee Table
Made this pipe coffee table by laminating 3 2x10 boards. The size of the table is 60in by 27in. I ripped the sides of the boards down to 9 inches each to square off the sides for a jointed glued table. The pipes were spendy but easy to get and assemble. Used Minwax special walnut stain.
Laundry dresser using 1x4 boards
i made a laundry dresser about three years ago, but we had a water filtration sytem installed in our laundry room and I had to build another one to fit the new dimensions. I loved this idea because it’s simple, and more open. I wanted to choose some larger, sturdier baskets, so I chose the Sterilite 2-bushel baskets. I bought them at Walmart. I am not an expert in woodworking, but I am very happy with the results. I accidentally made it a little too wide, but I added another 1x2 to the rack where the baskets hang, and now the baskets fit perfectly. I chose pre-primed pine boards because I hate sanding and I hate painting. The top are just normal 1x4 pines that I glued together and fastened from underneath. I did have to sand those. I also did add a coat of paint that matches my baseboards. All in all, I am pleastly surprised that it turned out.
Colorado Backyard Gable Greenhouse
We started this project last fall with the goal of creating a multi use hobby greenhouse with plenty of space for the kids to get their hands dirty. We purchased the Small Gable Roof Greenhouse plans and made our first (of many) trips to the hardware store. Since becoming homeowners in 2015, we've done countless projects but nothing as big as this. We are still very much learning the nuances of greenhouse growing in Colorado, but that has become a fun experience for our entire family. Since completing the structure, I've found that I'm more interested in making the space more functional than I am in actually gardening. I added a shelf built almost entirely from old pallets, a raised cedar bed and solar powered exhaust fan/lights. Luckily, my wife loves spending time in there tending to the plants! As the summer heat sets in, we will face new challenges of how to keep the space cool. Maybe by adding a shade cloth and misters? Regardless of what the "output" looks like we are loving this new hobby and are looking forward to learning new skills!
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Lap Desk
When we finished our playroom I knew I needed to build the lap desk for their nail salon! It's the perfect size to do nails on and it holds all of their nail polish, files and cotton balls. I didn't add the trays on the side of the desk because we didn't have the space. I think I probably spent more time trying to figure out the hinges than I did building the desk!
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Modified 2x4 Craft Table
I needed a microwave cart/table/stand, but couldn't find one at a price I was agreeable with. So naturally I started snooping on the internet. I originally found this plan, http://ana-white.com/2013/05/plans/2x4-craft-table and then modified it to fit my microwave and able to hide my garbage can underneath. I plan on finishing it with a ruffled skirt (to actually hide the can) and stenciling+staining the wood.
Classic Cabinet
I have a small wall by my fireplace in my living room that's been difficult to fill. I've had my eye on this jelly cabinet for months but knew it wouldn't fit in the location I had in mind. I decided to put it by the fireplace, scrap the metal mesh doors, and go for a slightly more elegant look by using glass. This suits the room much better and I'm really happy with the final result.
L-Shaped Triple Bunk
We recently had our 6th child and needed to rearrange our kids' rooms. We decided to put our 3 oldest girls together and wanted a triple bunk. We used the classic bunk plans, but increased the height to allow for a middle bunk. We wanted L-shaped to give each child some headroom. We used pine wood, common board and select pine. We finished it off with two coats of Behr interior latex paint/primer in one, satin finish. Finished dimensions--height from floor to base of bottom bunk, 10 in. from floor to top of top rail, 79.5 in.
$40 for paint
~$500 for tools--this was only our second build and our last build only required a drill.
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Tue, 02/18/2020 - 20:41
Middle bunk directions?
This is exactly what my boys need in their room. I'm having a hard time grasping how you did the middle bunk. Is it just the top bunk chopped right before the horizontal slats of the bottom bunk? tia
Husky Farmhouse Table and Bench
I have built several of these tables but this was the first one with turned table legs. They were somewhat expensive but I think the final product looks great with them. I actually stained the bottom aprons and legs the same colour as the top and then put on two coats of an antique white followed by a little scuffing up with sandpaper. I also cut the aprons from 2 x 6's so they were actually 4" in width. I used MinWax Jacobean stain which I had never used before. I then applied three coats of Varathane Satin finish. Not the best photo from my garage but no way I was getting it inside my house for a better photograph. Thanks for the great plans Ana.
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Fri, 06/03/2022 - 16:57
Gorgeous dining set!
Love the build and finish, great job! Thank you for sharing.
Fence Board Tryde Table
I built this a a birthday gift for my sister. My dad brought me a stack of old fence boards and I used them for everything but the legs (4x4s) and cross pieces (2x2s). I hand planed the boards the assembled everything using Kreg jig, pocket screws and glue. The top I stained with a mix of minwax mahogany and walnut then waxed. The base was painted an off white and distressed. My sister loved it!
Lake House Table
I made this table for my sister's Lake House. It isn't from a specific plan but I used many techniques and tips from Ana White's site to build it. The inspiration came from a table my sister and her husband saw at a Vineyard in Napa Valley. I bought the 4 legs 5" X 5" from Osborne Wood Products Inc. but all the other wood is just builders grade pine. My sister wanted a trestle table, I was a bit worried about stability but this table is rock solid! The table top measures 48" x 90" exactly the size to fit their new dining room! It hangs 12" out from the base all around. I stained it with Minwax Golden Oak oil based stain and finished it with Minwax Polycrylic.
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Mini Pillory (Stocks)
Build Instructions: http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Pillory-Stocks/
This wooden Pillory makes a perfect stand for your mini skeleton. If you are not familiar with a Pillory, the device was used for punishment by public humiliation and often further physical abuse. This project was made from pallet wood and was scaled to fit the 18” tall plastic skeleton. Only basic woodworking skills are needed and it should take less than 4 hours to build.
Rustic X Console
Modified to have more of a modern style. Removed shelf and half the X. Also, lengthened it to 11ft. Love!
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Kids Sized Square Picnic Table
I love the design but needed it to fit my young kids instead of adults. So I modified the scale of this plan to make it fit my kids. The other kids picnic tables we have tried all had some negatives to them. Additionally, it seems if my kids are sitting next to each other there will always be fights and/or someone bumping their brothers plate on the ground. So the four sided table was a must and it apparently is not a very common style. That was why I fell in love with Ana Whites design.
I had just completed a deck and had leftover materials. This table was designed to compliment the deck - using the leftover Trex decking materials for the top and seats. This also led to some of the design decisions on how I altered the seat design to match the look and style of my deck.
This was a great project and a VERY sturdy table. It's rugged, heavy, and easily holds adults as well.
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Mon, 06/13/2022 - 11:52
WOW, love your kids version!
This is so smart and looks amazing! Thank you for sharing:)
Master Bedroom Photo Ledges
We made six 4-foot photo ledges for about $20 in wood and $2 in screws. We put two in the master bedroom, two in the nursery, and two in the family room! That's alot of decorating for $22 (plus the cost of frames... which were all either thrifted or we already had)
Book Caddy
I built this little book caddy for my son's room. I used pocket holes to attach the horizontal slats as well as for making the 'X' pieces. I glued the bottom boards and used long (2.5") screws to attach the top horizontal pieces. I was really happy with the way it came together, once I figured out that I could use pocket holes on the horizontal main beams. I realized you just have to start at the top and work your way down, because starting at the bottom would mean blocking your access to the bottom of the other boards.
Minwax Duo paint
Stable with lights and enclosure
Enjoyed building this. It was taken from ana's plans, and my little girl loves it. She wanted one side of the stable enclosed so she could keep her stuff in it and she wanted it to light up at night for a night light. The lights are 12 red and blue leds running from a 12v power 1.2 amp power supply.
Island
3 foot by 4 foot slider wine rack island.
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Sun, 10/14/2018 - 18:00
This piece is beautiful and
This piece is beautiful and versatile! Thank you so much for sharing a pic, I love all the details!
coffee table
I have wanted a "factory" coffee table for years and could never find one that was exactly the right size. I built this one to fit the space and love it! I have no idea why the picture is upside down!
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Thu, 05/12/2022 - 19:28
Wonderful Mother's Day Gift!
Thank you for sharing, this is gorgeous!