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Wife wanted an entry table for when you walked in the house.  Loved the plans we saw from the site, so just modified slightly and here it is.

I am so excited about Ana's new book, I love it! This is my first project from her book and I am planning to do many more.

This was a fun build, the angles were not bad, except for the top angle on the two sides, I had trouble getting it on my miter saw, because the board was so long...

It all worked out in the end and my kids and I are really enjoying having it!

You can get more information on the build and finish at my blog:
http://mylove2create.blogspot.com/2012/10/vintage-step-stool.html

I loved the project and it fits perfectly in my home. It's the 3rd piece I've made. I'm getting both faster and better each tme!

Flat Wall Bookshelf- Just like Pottery Barn!!

This project scales very nicely, and lends itself to many different variations.
I was asked by my wife to create a sturdy but small table for my child's school that would support an election box for students, and afterwards be used as a decorative hall table. I wanted to use some leftover 1x's instead of the plans instructed 2x's, so I halved many of the dimensions to keep the scale relatively the same. By halving the dimensions, I had enough wood to create two tables, and I'll use the extra as a printer stand or plant stand, but the point is this plan offers many different latitudes. I will stand by the strength of these tables - by using a half lap joinery as a cross beam, not only did i add some mission style faux tenons, but the strength is unbelievable! Considerations for this plan can include making a "well" underneath the desktop, with a hinge access to the well - or slanting the desktop and off centering the I beam to allow for more leg room.
I really enjoyed this project and invite others to try it.
http://ana-white.com/2012/08/plans/55-fancy-x-desk

made out of maple plywood and edge banded. the doors are not totally square but for a first go I am ok with it but its been a great learning lesson. I know where I am and where I want to get to in terms of skills.

def have to give props and shout out to Ana. her "can-do" attitude is infectious and the website is awesome. great resource and inspiration.

still gotta put on the doorknobs which were picked out by my 5 yr old son and are awesome...

I've used saws before (radial arm and chop) but had never built anything.  My husband helped me but let me do the work.  This was my first time drilling and using the Kreg Jig. I'm planning my next project... 

I added a cross piece below the X and stained the top. 

This desk as planned was really quick and easy. I choose it for my 13 year old's room so I had him help me with everything. Added in a 2X6 from one end to the other with Pocket Holes in the bottom for a place to put his feet and just that much more support. The top is a door I ripped down from a house that was being torn down. Really Easy!

First, thank you everyone on the site for the excellent contributions, ideas, comments, and inspiration!

I decided to attempt this bed after I made the Clubhouse bed for my 2 yr old and his older brother was jealous beyond belief (to be expected, right?). My 4 yr old has a full size bed, so I needed a plan that was a little friendlier to changing the bedding and with a little more clearance underneath.

I came across this plan and knew it would be perfect. One of the previous comments included instructions for materials and cuts for a full. I followed those and like magic, this bed came together in a little over a week. My 4 yr old LOVES it and calls it his Castle Bed!

I especially like that the materials are pretty consistent - 2x4s and 2x6s.

Thanks, all!

I chose to cut the back supports at 15 degrees to allow a little bit of a slant in the chair. I love it. Every flaw is perfect. 

This was a week-long project. I love this site because there are so many original tables to get great ideas from! I chose the Farmhouse table plans because of its simplicity and beautiful lines. The length of the table was a little much for my room, so I shortened it a touch. Dark walnut for the stain and Satin Ultra Pure white for the legs to match the trim in my house... a real beauty! Have fun with yours!!!

My kids we're spending the summer at their Dad's, so I wanted to surprise them by redoing their room. I've never built anything before, but I've found that I really love it!

I decided to take the advice of another builder and reduce the width by 1/2 in in order to get 2 toy boxes out of one 4x8 sheet of plywood. I also added a lid.

I tried to replicate a driftwood type paint finish by making a stain out of steel wool, and apple cider vinegar. After it was dry, I did a paint wash with a charcoal colored paint, then added a bit of cream paint to lighten it a bit, and dry brushed it on, I did this one more time making it even lighter, then wiped and blended. After the piece was dry, I waxed it using a dark wax made from Howards was paste and Minwax jacobean stain.

The inside is ombre painted too!

I really love the way they turned out!

I've needed a console table for under the stairs but everything I've looked at has always been too long. l took the plans for the Rustic X Console table and modified them to fit the space perfectly. I love the look that I was able to get by adding the 1x2 Xs to the top.

My husband built this planter in just a few hours. He said it was pretty simple, and the plans were easy to follow.

I was excited to make these for my 2 nieces.  It was new for me to cut at degree angles but it came together well.  I did them over time but I'd estimate about 2.5 hours for each scooter (I'm a newbie). I ended up putting a 5th wheel in the front to stabilize it more.  Since it's a gift I thought better to be on the safe side.  Casters were much cheaper on amazon than at Home Depot.  

Thanks for the plans Ana!