Our new garden beds. Thank you!
I'm only moderately handy and these were fun and pretty easy.
Learned a lot and got better as I went along.
I found ways to make it as cheap as possible, probably did all three projects for 150 bucks.
I'm only moderately handy and these were fun and pretty easy.
Learned a lot and got better as I went along.
I found ways to make it as cheap as possible, probably did all three projects for 150 bucks.
I designed this headboard on the back of a napkin, after we couldn't find one at a box store that met our needs. I used Douglas fir 2x10 for the headboard/shelves and Pine T&G for the backing. My fiance etched a mountain range into an unframed mirror, which I then framed from the scrap fir wood, and stained to match. Also attached an LED Lightbar above the mirror, Dimmer switch LEDs on each bookshelf, and a recessed USB/Plug port. This wasn't the cheapest project with the electrical accessories added, but we now have a custom wooden headboard with bookshelves, lighting and chargers that will last us years and be far beyond anything we could have bought at a big box store for the same cost.
Fall potting bench
I made this shelf one for my mom, and one for my sister.
While working on this project I thought it was extremely challenging but in the end I changed my opinion and was extremely happy I took on and completed the challenge. One rule I stand by is if you start something you finish it. I learned how to use a router, jigsaw, and learn even more how clamps can be our bff's!!!!! My advice is to take this project on, go slow and if you need it ask for help! Good luck!
Needed custom size table that is versatile. Daughter can do homework, act as bar table, and work area. Chairs repainted and reupholstered. Screwed in multiple plug outlet to the side. First of many projects. Learned how to use Kreg Jig.
Base is classic storage king and the headboard was custom made to fit the size of the room. Enjoyed this project and the extra storage the drawers are providing. Thanks for the sharing the design plan; worked perfectly.
This project is based on the floating closet tower build. This is the first time I’ve attempted a renovation project of this size, and I feel satisfied with the results. I did not purchase my boards from shelf help, I cut mine from a sheet and a half of plywood. Thank you for providing your plans for free. They are very helpful for beginners like me!!
Charity P
A long time ago I saw a picture of an old magazine file turned on it's side and used as a shelf. I loved it. And it had a curve that I loved too. After waiting over a year for vintage magazine file to fall into my lap, I decided it was time for me to take action.
I have it attached in the corner by my son's bed. It is a perfect little spot to hold his glasses, water, pills, and of course Darth Vader.
A few changes I made-
After cutting the side panels I drew a curve on them. It was 12 inches tall, and I started the curve up 4 inches from the front. I used painters tape to hold the 2 side pieces together and cut them on my scroll saw, you could also use a jig saw.
The old one in the picture had a whole on the front, so I added one too.
Because I planned to turn this on it's side, I attached the front and back to the bottom first. Then attached the sides. That way the sides rest on the back and front for a little support. I had to adjust the width on all sides for that.
It was super quick and super easy.
We used the plans for the Emerson-inspired buffet to create a cabinet for our kiddos school and art supplies. It turned out so beautifully that we put it in our dining room.
Made a few mods. Super fun...
This little puzzle was pretty fun to make and allowed me to use up some of the magnets from my last project. The goal of the puzzle is to remove the center piece from the tube. You will quickly notice that there isn’t much to the puzzle – no buttons, latches or any other obvious locking mechanism.
Build Instructions: https://www.instructables.com/id/Tube-Puzzle/
How it Works / Solution: https://youtu.be/N4ID3-wBdik
Ana's greenhouse plans modified to fit two vintage windows in the front.
Mary Ann Alvarez
I had the idea for this project after seeing how Jen at IHeart Organizing made her desk out of two IKEA Expedit shelves. I fell in love with the desk - cubbies, organization, great space, etc. My husband is the one who made this for me, he is a carpenter by trade. He didn't use the IKEA bookshelves, instead made his own, which ended up saving a lot of money. Expedit shelves are $60/ea and we ended up only having to spend $60.00 on the project. I don't have build plans, but the lines are very straightforward, so I think most could fashion this desk themselves just by looking at the picture - that's what my husband did! I gave him the measurements from IKEA's website for the bookshelves and he loosely based his measurements on those. Here are some links to my blog with the posts updating on the progress:
http://justhadabrightidea.blogspot.com/2012/04/desk-progress-almost-the…
http://justhadabrightidea.blogspot.com/2012/04/sneak-peek-my-new-desk.h…
http://justhadabrightidea.blogspot.com/2012/04/desk-update-it-has-arriv…
http://justhadabrightidea.blogspot.com/2012/04/desk-update-all-moved-in…
Little Ella needed a big armoire for all her clothes and shoes, so daddy made her one.
Henry media console built with pine and Puritan Pine stain. Added a lazy Susan since the stand didn't swivel
Hand made breakfast bar check us out on Facebook marney Marie
Needed a small desk for the vacation home - modified Ana’s plans slightly to use some wood I had sitting around. I am so happy with how this turned out!
My dad used the plans for the Simple Bed - twin size and built two. Then he took the headboards from both to build the bed for our daughter's room. It sets against a wall, so it looks like a daybed since both ends are the same height. She loves it! The other bed will have both foot boards and will be used in our son's room when he is old enough for a twin bed. Our daughter loves the bed and our son can't wait to get his....and we all love that Pap made it just for them! :)
Great first project I used to justify the purchase of a miter saw to the wife. She promptly provided a list of additional items to build for her. This was a great beginner's project and confidence builder for follow on builds. Thanks Ana, Home Depot and Lowe's should be thankful for your site also.
Tue, 02/18/2014 - 07:12
The dark staining in the pine you purchased is most likely the result of the pine beetle. This is the appearance of the wood infected with the beetle. It does not affect the quality of the wood but adds some beautiful colors and patterns!!
Very nice desk!
Wed, 02/19/2014 - 20:36
I managed to snag another pine board with similar coloring for the top of a bookshelf I'm building. Thanks for the info - can't imagine why these haven't all been snatched up - are they less desirable? The wife insisted on the dark stain but in the future these will get poly or a light stain to show it off.
Thu, 02/20/2014 - 10:06
I personally love the beetle stain. Apparently you either love it or hate it. For interest sake google a company called Azure wood. They are a company that harvests pine beetle infected wood and they make amazing and beautiful one of a kind furniture.
We altered Ana's plans and made a little bit smaller version of it. :)