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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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

With only a few changes from the original plan this farm table is my first furniture build. The legs are removable on the table and custom sized for our breakfast nook. I very much enjoyed building this all thanks to Ana!

Another bench for another wedding gift.

We've made another already to keep in our kitchen. Looks great, thanks again for the plans.

We opted not to incorporate the storage/ flip top. Just a simple sturdy, great looking bench.

Table is 4 1/2 long. Used

the farmhouse end. And used 2x12 for bottom instead of 1x12

Modified to be slightly more modern by removing had the X and having a solid bottom shelf. Also, narrowed it up to be rectangular shape to save space. 

This was my second project and is the simple outdoor sectional. Took me about 8 hours to build all the sections and another 8 hours to stain everything. We ended up buying the cushions and pillows from Garden Ridge in Texas. Total cost for the cushions was about $500. Wood and materials was about $300. I used 1 x 4 cedar to insure it was rot and insect resistant. Then I stained it with Behr Premium Outdoor Natural #500. Looks great out on our covered patio. I will be building more as we are in the process of installing a pool of which I need lots of furniture to go around the decking!

We pulled ideas from a couple of plans for this daybed. We utilized the farm house headboard for both the back and the sides. And, the daybed dimensions and framework from the Hailey Storage Daybed.

We have cabinet doors to put on the two center cubbies, but the first set warped when painted. So, the second set are currently drying. We're planning to use magnetic spring-push closures on them to eliminate the need for cabinet knobs (we're afraid they could be used as a step by little feet!).

We did not secure the slats that lay behind the cubbies and the headboard, this way we can utilize space under the bed for additional storage--there's a ton of room under there!

This was the first project that we used a Wagner HVLP paint sprayer on. I will NEVER go back to brushed and rollers. The learning curve was minimal and the time savings phenomenal!

I'm so excited Ana created plans for this table!  When I first came across it on Pottery Barn Kids it was love at first sight. :D  I built it over the weekend for my little toddler.  Unfortunately, he's too short for it, but he'll grow into soon enough. :)  (I secretly wished it was an art table appropriate for my height!)

It cost me about $75 to build.  I splurged and bought select pine boards for the project.  The art table was also my submission for September's Fab Furniture Flippin' Contest.  September's sponsor is General Finishes and the theme was geometry!

Now, I just need to build matching seats! I love the little stools Ana built; maybe I'll do something sorta like that. :)  

Thank you Ana for inspiring me to build!

My husband Mike built Ana’s cedar shed over the course of a few weekends. He wanted it to be 3-ft deeper than the original, so he made those modifications, and it turned out great! We added some vintage/historical knobs and brackets to really make it pop! It is ready to be filled with lawn mowers and tools! 

I've been wanting a new desk for YEARS, as I've been using my childhood desk as a computer desk for about 12 years, but I never wanted to shell out the kind of money a desk I'd want would cost. So, this Parson Tower Desk was my very first build! First time using a table saw & I kept all of my fingers (go me). I'm very proud of how it turned out. It's not perfect, but it is exactly what I was hoping for! I love using it & can't wait to move onto my next project!

Built this for my nephew's 2nd birthday!

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A bench I built for my sister as a birthday present.  I used whitewood for the painted parts and some left over knotty alder for the top and cross supports.  The alder was from a kitchen rehab and I have been holding on to that wood for ages. :)  The hardest part was the cross supports - figuring out the angle was a bear!   Thanks for the plans Ana!

It was taken from a plan that Ana had for a patio bench. I made it longer and high enough to match the seats on the couch