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We don't have a Kreg Jig, so we combined the original Farmhouse Table plan (with the 2x2 supports) with the dimensions of the Updated Farmhouse Table plan. We had to adjust the size of the benches to accommodate the shorter table.

The finished product is great, but keep in mind it's pretty heavy! We built the legs and top separately in our basement and assembled them in the dining room.

The chair is going to be used by my daughter in dance class. She will be sitting on the back and doing an arabesque on the seat. Because of this we added extra support to the back to make it wide enought to sit on. We also added extra support to the frame of the chair to make it sturdier. It also makes the bottom heavier, So the chair is less likely to tip it over.

Great weekend project!!! 

I loved Patrick's Jelly Cabinet, so I figured I would tackle one on my own. I used the oxidized finish that I saw on a different project on this blog, and it is quickly becoming my favorite finish. I added some cabinet hardware of course, and it all came together quite nicely from the plans given.

Approximate cost was $85 for lumber and another $10 for hardware. It took me a few days, as I just worked on it here and there.

Thanks for any comments or suggestions!

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These are fun little shelves that I made with left over wood from larger projects.  We have split loyalties in our house that's why we made both Toronto and Detroit. Lol!  It's a really simple project that ends up looking great.

Took us two weeks to get this monster built, but we could not be happier with it.  Used weathered oak stain on entire table.  

We followed the links below to create our bed frame and headboard. The last link had some good tips that helped us. My big contribution: Use bolts to fasten everything together. Taking careful measurements I created a track for for the 2x4 spacer. This makes setup of the spacer incredibly easy. Then I put all three benches together and drilled 3/8 holes and used 3/8 bolts, washers, and wingnuts to fasten. This makes everything easy to setup and take down. http://ana-white.com/2010/03/plans-reclaimed-wood-look-headboard-king-s…

Great table which serves as our everyday table, easily fits 6 people 

In the plans of selling our home and move from Indiana to Washington, I visited  Ana's website I was able to build this easy, simple attractive outdoor furniture to give a little "Curb Appeal" Besides the couchs, I made a corner table. The cushions are made for chairs and the pillows are cheap pillows with new covers that my wife made. Sad thing about this is I hate to leave. I will just have to make another set some day?

Costume closets aren't just for girls. A great place for all the superhero, pirate and ninja clothes.

We needed a way to confine the dogs in one room when not supervised to protect our new living room furniture.  I wasn't willing to pay the price it would cost for a gate large enough (if I could even find one), so I started the hunt for a plan. I couldn't find exactly what I wanted so I took ideas from several and this is the result. This folds into itself and against the pass thru bar when not in use.

I love the vintage look with old license plates.  @theshopbycecilia

theShop-woodwork and design

My husband and I wanted modern version of the Kentwood Night Stand. We had to modify the cut list a bit to change up the dimensions for what we wanted for our space.

This is the second of two bathroom cubbies from Ana's book.  I did the first one as in the book. I decided I wanted a different look for the second one.  I also wanted to try out some different finishing techniques.  This unit features Annie Sloan chalk paint in Aubusson Blue over Behr Pure Premium white as a base.  The shelves are finished in Minwax espresso.  The whole thing was rubbed down with Minwax finishing paste wax.  I am really happy with the overall look and feel of the piece.

Spent my time home from work building this for the cabin this summer. will be using coushions from ikea that are water and uv resistant as well as double sealed with removable covers for washing. 

We had an old mdf desk who's time was up. Thank goodness Ana had the sweetest plans. I just put a couple of plans together to build our very sturdy desk. It has file cabinet and an open base. I modified the side hutch for the cabin collection. I Made it one conclusive piece and added two doors.