Adirondack Side Table
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Adirondack Side Table made from leftover 2x3 pine and two cedar fence posts. Stained with Minwax Dark Walnut and sprayed with Minwax clear matte sealer.
Adirondack Side Table made from leftover 2x3 pine and two cedar fence posts. Stained with Minwax Dark Walnut and sprayed with Minwax clear matte sealer.
Decided to build for myself after many projects for my kids and friends. Liked the simple look of the reclaimed wood headboard. Very easy to build. After building headboard and attaching to a standard metal frame, I was very disappointed it the stability of the headboard. I was not interested in attaching headboard to the wall, so I decided on building a matching footboard as well as side rails. Rockler has some great hardware for attaching side rails, making it simple to be able to disassemble should I need to in the future. I did extensive homework for the stain as I was going for a weathered beach wood look. Used Dark Walnut wiped off almost immediately. Followed immediately by the weathered gray, which was wiped off immediately. After drying for 24 hours, finished with 2-3 coats of the gel topcoat. Easiest application is to use an old tube sock over a gloved hand.
Very pleased with end result and with side rails and footboard, it is very sturdy.
I saw your design for the queen and made the king for my wife. As you can see the mattress we have is not long enough because they are two small twins next to each other. We need a new mattress but it’s not in the budget yet.
I also made some floating night stands of my own design to match so the drawers would still be able to open on the sides.
I used the Kentwood bookshelf plans and tweaked it to fit the space. My daughter loves it and is working on organizing her room. She is looking for the perfect mirror to put in the biggest shelf, and an earring jewelry box
I built this headboard using the Outdoor Canopy Daybed plans for the sides. You could do it either way using the sides or back. I did modify it a little; had to make it 60" wide and 30" tall, then I just added 22" tall legs to get the height I wanted. Over all dimensions are a simple 60" wide X 52" tall. This one is made with 1 x 4's I had left over from a closet tear out project. It didn't cost me one single penny! I had the paint left over from another project. I simply squared it up with the top and bottom boards and then laid in the rest. For a more modern look I began board spacing at 3/4" then went to 1" on the next, 1 1/2" and so on... I loved building this. I have gone without a headboard for 2 long years. I was waiting for one to catch my eye, and it never happened, Until I found this site. Ana you have inspired me to take charge of my own home again. For years I'd study the "wishbooks" from Crate & Barrel and Pottery Barn drooling over what I wish I could afford. You have made it possible for EVERYONE to have the home they've always wanted. You have also inspired people to actually put forth effort for what they desire and to work for that goal. You are a God-send. Thank You so much!!!
P.S. I also built a Toddler Bed and will be posting it as well.
This was the never-ending project!! Started off as going to be a 5-piece sectional that turned into a 6-piece sectional that was modified into 2 couches. We found it to be much easier for cushions to make 2 couches rather than having an odd number of back cushions or needing pillows that will constantly move around. Although more expensive, we really like the look of using 1" wood and they are definitely sturdy enough. The table was made by basically taking the bottom part of a side piece and doubling it to make the table 48". The project was half making the pieces and half staining, and once a coat of sealant is put on, the project will turn into more time finishing than building. I would recommend for anyone to find cushions before they start to build. 24" cushions are significantly more expensive than 22" cushions. Luckily the plans are simple enough that they can be easily modified to accommodate the smaller seat size.
Tue, 07/09/2013 - 16:26
These look gorgeous! Love the finish. I like how you added some extra supports around the sides, that's a very good look! The curve top on the back cushions looks great too - where did you find them? ($350 for all 12 cushions is an awesome price!)
I needed a couple of chairs to go with the Farmhouse Table and bench I made, but it made me ill to spend more on chairs than on the table and bench! So I thought I'd give this chair a try. I figured if it didn't turn out, at least I hadn't spent much to try (around $8 because I had a scrap of plywood). Boy, did it turn out! I modified the pattern by taking 2" off the front to back measurements and the side to side measurements. I used 3 1x4s for the back, and 3/4" plywood for the seat, and I didn't add the bottom rungs because I'd like the option of putting it over the cross supports on the farmhouse table. I sanded the tar out of the plywood, because with 5 kids, upholstering these chairs would be a joke. Primed and painted in colonial red.
I was able to take the end table plan and modify it slightly to accommodate the kennal. I added the detail to the sides using a couple 2x2. The for door and rear I made a frame and then cut down some wire shelving. I think it turned out quite nice. Now the dog has a good place to sleep and I don’t have to have an ugly kennal in my great room.
Tue, 02/07/2023 - 13:55
Better than anything you could ever buy! Thank you for sharing, it looks awesome.
The fist project I tried was this console table. I wanted something bar-height for outside entertaining. It's not perfect, but it's still standing! :)
I changed the measurements in order for it to fit perfectly into the expedit unit. So easy, I will definitely be making more. Thanks once again Ana.
Fri, 07/12/2013 - 15:42
I love the clean, natural look of this crate. :) Definite contender in solving my problem of having a lack of baskets and bins.
In reply to I love the clean, natural by yurra-bazain
Sat, 07/13/2013 - 13:20
Thanks Yvonne.
Built using birch as the main wood for the headboard and footboard, everything else is pine. Turned out great!
Ever since I saw the "wild rose" I knew it was the one I would build for my mom. I wanted a tiny house she would not have to climb a loft for her bedroom and still fit everything she would need. This is a brilliant layout! Many family, friends, and strangers donated money, time, appliances, and windows to get this house built. My husband and I have been finishing it up ourselves with some professional help in between since September and just put the appliances in today. Tomorrow the sink and counter-it's really happening, pinch me I'm dreaming! Thank you Ana & family, I can't imagine what kind of house my mom would have ended up with without your help. This was a really easy and fun build. Thank you so much!
This was my first project and gave me the "umph" to get started as a builder. I loved them in Pottery Barn, but didn't feel good about how expensive they were to buy. So I bought a jigsaw and made two of these. One for each of my boys. I did the large size and I love them! They are a really pretty blue and hold a ton of books and were fun to make. I think I will make more for gifts and for our homeschool room.
Turned into a more time consuming project than I first envisioned. I think it turned out great as everyone seems to like it. Going with the two-toned design made the finishing much more difficult but produced good results.
My husband and I just moved from an apartment to a house, the first place we've ever lived with a dining room! I knew I wanted to build a really special table for us and I LOVED this plan. It seemed straightforward enough, and my stepdad had all the tools in his workshop. So my stepdad, mom, and I built the table over the course of a weekend. It was SO fun and it looks perfect in our first little house!
Yea, I know these were posted way back in 2013, but I only recently found them. Was looking at some kitchen organization ideas and I knew I wanted to make a paper towel rack. I liked this idea and went with it. My variance from original was to use a dowel rod for the paper towel holder and I cut 45 degree angles in place of the radius.
Sat, 01/29/2022 - 08:50
So glad you found it and built it! Thanks for sharing:)
I made this breakfast nook by taking apart an old teak outdoor dining set, sanding all the boards, and turning the chairs into benches. For the full story and more pictures, please see my blog post on crunchyurbanites.blogspot.com entitled, Our Teak Breakfast Booth. Just click the link below to navigate to my blog. Happy Woodworking!
I made this table for my wife. The top is some oak barnwood attached with table buttons to allow for seasonal changes, and the bottom is two by fours resawn to fit. Thanks for sharing this plan!
I had a bunch of scrap 3/4" MDF, so I used that instead of wood. The result is still as sturdy but a bit heavier than if I'd have used pine, which has added to the table's stability. I added a cup holder, but otherwise kept to the base instructions with no extra mods. I put an extra thick layer of polycrylic on the top surface, to protect the MDF from absorbing any spills. This was just a test run, so I didn't bother filling any of the visable pocket holes. Given how cheap and easy this was to build, I imagine I'll end up making 2-3 more.
First attempt at Live Edge - I stubbled across this great slab.