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Bunk Bed Shelf

Submitted by Medickep on Tue, 01/12/2016 - 13:11

I made this simple Bunk bed shelf so all the stuff my son stored on the headboard, wouldn't keep falling off. It was easy to make and I painted it while working on another project. and I used spray paint to get the orange on a little easier!

Built from Plan(s)
Top Bunk organizer
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Spray paint, primer and color. Waited 20 minutes between coats and did the whole thing in one setting.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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dkkachik

Mon, 10/21/2019 - 19:12

My daughter asked for a shelf for her bunkbed—something to hold her glasses, IPad, and retainer case.  And maybe a book or two.  Thanks to Ana White and free plans...I made the shelf that others have made.  thanks!

Electric Fireplace Surround

Slowly replacing all of the furniture in my home with things that I build. I used pallets for the structure, maple flooring for the facing, some scrap from shutter doors for the doors, 1×2 for the trim and adhesive tiles from the local ReStore for the top and around the fireplace insert. Perfectly fits a 65" tv. 

Estimated Cost
Less than $25 + the insert that I took from a particle board surround purchased from Menards several years ago.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax, variety of stains, Minwax polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

farmhouse table with bowling alley top

Submitted by sara ford on Tue, 10/29/2013 - 18:43

I used the farmhouse table plans to build a base, and then used an 88" stretch of bowling lane from a bowling alley demo nearby. The sturdy base looks great with the 2" thick maple top. Thanks for a great plan.

Estimated Cost
$400
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
miniwax cherry
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Shiplap/bomb crate farm table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 01/16/2016 - 11:15

I built this project with wood out of a 100+ year old house. When the house was tore down they discovered instead of ship lap, some of the walls were covered with wood from old military bomb crates. What a score! The dimensions of this table are 30" tall x 36" wide x 7' long. Now I am going to find some old chairs and recover the cushions with burlap/feedsack. Thanks Ana, your plans have helped me so much.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Table - No Pocket Holes Plan
Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Pecan with gloss poly single step, then sanded some back off.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Firepit Table

firepit within a table....great fun!

Estimated Cost
£270
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
fireproof paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Mug Tree Stand

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 03/21/2023 - 12:05

I followed Ana's plans for this Mug Tree stand! I absolutely adore it! Great plans and cute stand.

Blog Link
https://www.instagram.com/handmadebymegan1/
Built from Plan(s)
Cup Tree

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Laundry Basket Dresser

Submitted by spiceylg on Mon, 12/05/2011 - 07:42

I was showing a friend Ana's website and the laundry basket dresser picture appeared and she immediately told me, yes told me, lol, to make one for her. First time working with MDF and had to have my hubby's help because it's way too heavy. For that alone, not sure I'd use it again. Also, two places, it bubbled a little, not sure why. She loved it and wants another. I'm never sure how long these projects take as I don't do it all at one time. It's on the weekends when I have a chance and after work.

Built from Plan(s)
Laundry Basket Dresser
Estimated Cost
$25
Finish Used
Latex primer and Benjamin Moore's Linen White rolled on with a foam roller.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Farmhouse Bed

Submitted by Cole on Sun, 11/03/2013 - 07:04

Our version of the farmhouse bed!

Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

patio living room - modified from modern chair plan

Submitted by herbsuprb1 on Wed, 06/12/2019 - 09:09

I created two sofas, a love seat and a table by modifying the modern chair.  I added a back extension, tipped the back back 10 degrees, and angled the seat platform down a few degrees.  Considered doing Adirondack arms, but my wife preferred the rectangular shape.  The table is a variation of the 2x4 patio table (base construction similar), but we substituted pine 4x4 legs for the 2x4s, and implemented a 2x6 "picture frame" around Mexican tile on top.

I used pocket screws to attach the arms to the sides, and also to hide screws on the table "picture frame".

All-in-all, I would say this is an elegant-looking patio set that should last quite a while.  Very solid, very heavy to move around (my only complaint).

We plan to add some colorful throw pillows.

 

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Outdoor Chair from 2x4s and 2x6s
2x4 Outdoor Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
This project was created from a Menard's metal siding trim "shipping crate" that they refused to take back on return - so the many 16 foot 2x6s came to me for free. With hardware, stain, sanding pads and the pocket screw jig, I would guess I have about $300 there. The cushions were somewhat expensive, but are built to last - got those from Ikea - "Duvholmen" and "Folsom" haha - 24 1/4" x 24 1/4" cushions, 24 1/4" x 16" back pillows. Those were about $65 (per SEAT) .. so 8 for this project ($520). The cushions only come in this light tan, or medium/dark grey.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Behr semi transparent outdoor stain (Padre Brown). First sofa was assembled then stained (mistake). The other pieces were cut, sanded 60/120 and stained. Arms were additionally sanded with a 320 grit prior to staining. Stained all pieces two coats with small roller, then brushed over. Assembly after staining produced a cleaner look on the stained finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Farmhouse platform bed. 1st furniture build.

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 03/25/2023 - 13:34

My husband thought I was joking when I suggested I could build this bed instead of purchasing one. Was my first time building furniture but won't be the last.

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Farmhouse Bed Frame

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Farmhouse table, bench and high chair

Submitted by niecey on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 13:58

I love our table and bench (and high chair). It's working well for our family and I had a lot of fun building and finishing it. Thanks for the plans, Ana!

I don't think I made any modifications to the table or bench, but I used 1x3s for the high chair instead of 1x2s.

Blog Link
My Dining Table
Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Table - No Pocket Holes Plan
Restaurant High Chair
Farmhouse Bench - No Pocket Holes Version
Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I like the natural stain over ebony look like I used in the mom's lego table, so I went for the same finish here. With lots of coats of gloss over the table surface.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Yvonne green (not verified)

Sat, 09/01/2012 - 19:57

Like to know how to build a farmhouse dinner table. Do u have plans for one or know where I can get one at. I love the country look and that what I looking for. Thank you

Triple Pedestal Farmhouse Table and Bench

Submitted by Anzura on Tue, 11/05/2013 - 15:12

I'm so in love with this table! We altered the plans slightly by making the table wider. Enough to put 2 chairs on the end. The table will hold 12 people pretty comfortably with a lot of room in the middle for food. We added a 2x2 under the 2x4 frame instead of the sandwich look. We also mitered the corners for a more finished look. I finished with Minwax Special Walnut and applied 2 coats of oil based poly with a light scrub on final coat with steel wool.

Built from Plan(s)
Triple Pedestal Farmhouse Table
Triple Pedestal Farmhouse Bench
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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kmah

Wed, 12/18/2013 - 09:04

Hi - I love this and we are planning on building it over the Christmas holidays. I really like your modifications of the mitered edge, the elimination of the "sandwich edge", and the wider table. What was the finish dimensions of your table? Did you just add an additional (or 2) 1x6 to the tabletop? Also, it doesn't look like you changed the legs at all to support the wider top - is this true? We have 4 kids who are always hanging on our furniture so I need something nice and sturdy but also big enough to seat us all plus the many guests we have in our house!

Anzura

Wed, 12/18/2013 - 11:10

The finished table dimensions are approx 8 ft long and 4 1/2 wide. There's 9 1x6 boards inside the 2x4 frame. We didn't alter the pedestals at all. We added a longer 2x4 between the table and the top of the pedestals for extra table support. The bottom of the pedestals are plenty wide enough to accommodate the extra table width.
It's a darn lovely awesome table. Sat 12 people comfortably at Thanksgiving with enough room for all the turkey dinner fixings.
It's also become the favorite homework station during the week. So much room to spread out books and papers.
Good luck!!!

kmah

Sun, 12/22/2013 - 13:21

Did you plane the edges of your 1x6 boards so that they would be nice and tight? I'm concerned about where the boards meet together - that crumbs, milk spills, etc will get caught down in the grooves! Did you do something special on the finish to fill in any grooves? What kind of wood did you use?

Anzura

Sun, 12/22/2013 - 14:34

1x's are already square. They aren't like 2x's with the rounded edges. We just used a kreg jig to attach them together. There are no gaps at all. We didn't plane the 2x4 frame and there is a tiny gap there. You might want to plane the inside edge of the 2x4 frame to avoid food crumbs in the gaps, but it's sorta hard to keep everything square unless you have a super nice table saw. Ours is cheapo. I used some wood filler on a test piece and hated the look after the finish! The nooks and crannies are what make this table rustic and lovely. Use place mats ;)

The wood is just regular old lumber from Home Depot. There are no choices on different type of wood. Everything we got was kiln dried except a few pieces, but don't be fooled, those warp after you buy them too.

kmah

Sun, 12/22/2013 - 17:24

great - thanks for the info and the quick replies!

dbh

Sun, 04/06/2014 - 10:41

In the original plans, the top 2x6 on the pedestals are 36 1/2", which means they can be drilled into the 2x4 frame. On your modifications, the original pedestals wouldn't be long enough to reach the 2x4 frame, so did you just make the top 2x6 on the pedestal longer? I'm sorry I'm confused, but I like the wider table and am just trying to see how you attached the pedestals to the top.

It might be explained by "We added a longer 2x4 between the table and the top of the pedestals for extra table support." but I'm still not 100% understanding how it's attached.

Thanks for any help!

dbh

Sun, 04/06/2014 - 10:41

In the original plans, the top 2x6 on the pedestals are 36 1/2", which means they can be drilled into the 2x4 frame. On your modifications, the original pedestals wouldn't be long enough to reach the 2x4 frame, so did you just make the top 2x6 on the pedestal longer? I'm sorry I'm confused, but I like the wider table and am just trying to see how you attached the pedestals to the top.

It might be explained by "We added a longer 2x4 between the table and the top of the pedestals for extra table support." but I'm still not 100% understanding how it's attached.

Thanks for any help!

Anzura

Sun, 04/06/2014 - 16:14

I added another picture of the underside of the table to clear up any confusion. hope this helps.

25" Turned leg bathroom vanity

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 01/21/2016 - 02:01

I created this 25" single door turned leg bathroom vanity for the powder room. I used a grey base coat, then glazed it with a dark brown coat and finally put on a coat of satin indoor polyurethane to finish. The sink is a Kohler Persuade single hole sink with a Delta Cassidy faucet.

Built from Plan(s)
48" Turned Leg Vanity
Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I painted it with a light grey base coat, glazed it with a dark brown glaze then coated it with polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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rely1129

Thu, 11/17/2016 - 08:32

It looks great!  Can you share what paint you used for this vanity? I love the color and wish to replicate it.

jo2max

Sat, 12/10/2016 - 22:26

Thanks!  I used Home Depots BEHR Marquee interior satin enamel base paint with primer  "Moonquake N450-4" (medium base 7454). Then I used Rust-Oleum transformations decorative glaze "java brown" to finish it off.

Adirondack Set

Submitted by JamieLynn on Mon, 06/24/2019 - 11:48

These were a labor of love!  I bought my first miter saw and decided this would be the project to try angles.  It wasn't easy but I figured it out.  

These were pretty easy otherwise to put together once you get past the stringers.  They aren't perfect but they are very sturdy.  I've had a few people ask me to make them one too!

Built from Plan(s)
Classic Adirondack Chair
Adirondack Stool or End Table
Estimated Cost
$60 each
Scraps for the small table
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoleum Door Paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Blue Little Kids Picnic Table

This spring I was able to build the preschool picnic table for my son. Today we fully used it for a picnic breakfast with the cousins. It can easily fit up to four kids ages 2 to 7. (I also built the chairs in the fall)

Built from Plan(s)
Little Kids Picnic Table

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Super Easy Bookshelf

Submitted by lbrown on Sat, 12/17/2011 - 02:44

I made this bookshelf for my living room using old bifold doors and bricks. There isn't any building required (just assembly) but it is a piece of DIY furniture so I thought I would share.

For details: http://www.homeandawaywithlisa.com/blog/2011/12/16/making-the-easiest-b…

Estimated Cost
$35
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
I used spray paint on the bricks
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Tall corner media cabinet

Submitted by Mjgrasley on Thu, 11/07/2013 - 13:32

I wanted to rearrange the livingroom but needed a corner cabinet since the t,v sits on the fireplace mantle. I loved this plan except it didn't have any drawers for the DVD's so I just did the top portion on the bottom. I made the bottom slots wider and made drawers for them....perfect solution for my needs...

Built from Plan(s)
Tall Corner Media Console
Estimated Cost
160.00 including hardware and stains
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax Cherry with polyurethane first then Mission walnut with polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Craft Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 01/22/2016 - 19:34

This was a fun project to get my feet wet again in woodworking. We adjusted the plans slightly. Our table is 80" x 40". It is supported and bordered with a 2x4 frame that ties it all together. As my friend said, you can stand on that thing. Lots of fun, and can't wait for my wife to enjoy it.

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Craft Table
Estimated Cost
$200-$250
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Flat Behr Paint. Flat White (Shelves) and Sparrow (Top)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Work Bench

Submitted by kyounghome on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 08:36

Got tired of working on the floor so built this.  Took me about 6 hours.  Was in no hurry.  Happy it is done and all my tools are organized.

Estimated Cost
Cost approximately $120.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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porcupine

Sat, 03/20/2021 - 12:38

I love this with the shelves at the back. I want something like this I can attach my hand crank flour mill to as well as have a place to store all my jarred grains and flour. Do you have plans for this?

Simple Bed Bunks

Ok, to start off with I am a guy and I love to build things, but I'm not some techincally savvy dude. I need simple plans and this was an awesome build! I love it, my kids love it, and most importantly my wife loves it. As others have said, It is BIG. but small things I did saved some space. For instance I cut the 3" off of the tops of the headboards to save 6" of linear space. Little things went wrong along the way, but they always do... finished in about 4 days workings sporadically. I've got about 350$ in it, and couldnt be more pleased. I will definately build more things from your plans. IF anyone is thinking of building it DO IT! Definatley need the KREG Jig. I should have bought that thing a long time ago. would have made several projects easier.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Bed (Twin Size)
Simple Bed [Full Size Bed Frame]