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my first project

Submitted by joker16417 on Sun, 02/10/2013 - 05:28

This is the first project I have created from a plan from this website . It is not perfect but I love how it turned out. The only modification I made is the words on the back board and some assembly modifications as far as the joining the front and back to the storage box, I have not added stain or paint yet because I have this up for sale

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Bander

Mon, 02/11/2013 - 06:40

I like how it turned out!
How do you sell your stuff, on Craigslist?

Distressed Faux Fireplace

Submitted by kaufmanj90 on Tue, 12/16/2014 - 05:01

My wife always wanted a mantle to hang our stockings on for the holidays and when this plan was posted I showed it to her. She immediately said she loved it and asked me to build it. It fits perfectly in our house along with all of the other projects I have build from Ana's plans. The center part was done with vinyl tiles cut to look like rocks and then grouted to fill in the gaps. We are both very happy with how this project turned out. Definitely one of our favorites.

Estimated Cost
$200.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
First stained using Minwax's Hickory gel stain. Then painted using an antique white from HD. Sanded to distress the paint and show the stain through. Glazed the top with a mixure of clear glaze medium and Minwax's Dark Walnut stain.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Simple Modern Outdoor Sectional

I started to build my outdoor seating with plans from Simple Modern Outdoor Sectional but realized after two chairs I wanted the bench to match the prior storage/table bench i made..

Estimated Cost
10.
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
never got to the finish, would have been stain
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Team G Fancy X Desk

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 03/19/2017 - 19:21

This is a great desk and will be large enough for my two monitors as well as a small sewing section. I'm really excited to pair this with the X bookshelf we also made. This desk is very sturdy and will last for years with the classic style.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Almost exactly $55.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Verathane Gray and Rustoleum glaze in Java Brown for the top and a diy chalk paint using pure white for the bottom.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Coffee table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 01/19/2021 - 13:51

Used coffee table plan from Ana...turned out great. Used the stain/poly combo again, but this time opted to wipe it off. Turned out lighter than I wanted. But still looks great. Chose to do a different pattern for the top.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$50
Finish Used
Kona stain/poly combo.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

King Farmhouse Bed

Submitted by Trnenergy1 on Fri, 02/15/2013 - 16:00

This is the Farmhouse King Bed. I modified this from the plans on this website to accomidate a King mattress in the normal dimensions. I used 2 X 4's 12in on center and then used masonite set on top and screwed on each end. I used joist hangers and the 2 X 4's just sit in the hanger no screws needed. I used 2 X 10's for the rails and got bed brackets from woodcraft.com. Used Minwax wood conditioner, Minwax English Chestnut Oil based stain, and 3 total coats of Poly satin.

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Used Minwax wood conditioner, Minwax English Chestnut Oil based stain, and 3 total coats of Poly satin.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

DIY Entertainment Center

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 09:58

Largest Build I have done up to date. It took a bit longer but it was so worth it. Wanted something different than all the entertainment centers I saw so I created a herringbone back. I love how it turned out.

-@theorthhome/instagram

Estimated Cost
$800
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Pure White from Sherwin Williams
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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$1 Small cedar planters & $10 ledges

We have been stalking ana-white.com for awhile and making a few projects here and there. we made the $10 ledges to fit over our entertainment center. When we found the plan for the cedar planters we thought they would be a great little storage area for all of the little junk around the house. We made 6 of these planters out of 3 cedar planks and modified them to fit on the $10 ledges (which are actually made with a 1x6 to allow for more things to be able to fit) so they wound up more rectangular than square.

Sorry for the crappy I-phone pics!

Estimated Cost
$15 for ledges $6 dollars for 6 crates
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Miniwax in early american + chalkboard paint for crates

Antique white paint for ledges
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Corner Cupboard

Built from your corner cupboard plans. Added a few of my touch and ready for staining. Thank you Ana.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Total cost was about $90
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Rustic modern bunkbed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 03/26/2017 - 06:17

Restoration hardware Callum bunk plan. Stylish and sturdy bunk for our daughter. 

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
350
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Amy Howard paint in Bauhaus Buff and gloss sealer
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Providence Bench

Submitted by dutcsa1 on Tue, 02/19/2013 - 06:15

My husband and I completed this project using Ana's amazing plans. It took us about 3 hours total to make. It was a great project. We altered the plans just a tad, but followed hers for the most part. This will be going in the foyer as an entry way bench!

Thanks for the great plans Ana.

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
I used Minwax Dark Walnut stain. I applied 1 coat all over after sanding.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Outdoor table? We are actually using it as our dining room table.

We have an open floor plan and a large dining room area, I wanted a table that would do the space justice and provide a place where my boys could do art projects and play games, etc. This table works perfect in the space!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax dark walnut.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Armoire Wardrobe

Submitted by Isabellev on Mon, 03/27/2017 - 05:10

White Armoire Wardrobe with black tee hinges.

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

Truss Coffee Table

Submitted by ART.S on Sun, 01/31/2021 - 08:41

Super table i like it so much. Cant wait for summer to use it outside.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
50$
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Seasonal And Holiday

Kentwood Bookshelf

Submitted by jbayer80 on Fri, 02/22/2013 - 07:05

I'm not 100% happy with this but it is only my 2nd project. I actually built 2 because the 1st one was really bad (still learning how to cut wood). I'm using the 1st one for all my scrap wood in the garage. The 2nd one (pictured) is going to go in my sons room along with the Kentwood nightstands and simple bed with a modified headboard.

Estimated Cost
$65
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
AS Chalk Paint (Paris grey)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Lady Goats

Fri, 02/22/2013 - 08:49

I can't tell you how many pieces of furniture I've built... You know how many have come out perfect?

Zero.

And you know what?

I'm still happy with all of them! If we wanted "perfect," we'd buy the laminated particle board from the big companies...

That looks great. :-)

jbayer80

Fri, 02/22/2013 - 09:10

I do love it and can't believe I made it. I would have never thought I could even come close to something like this before I started.

Thank you!

danicarby

Thu, 05/14/2015 - 13:17

I just stumbled upon your brag post. We're much harder on ourselves then we need to be. Agreed, if I built it I know all the imperfections but in the big picture.. you did great work and should be proud! :) I spent 9 months of a class building a desk out of hardwood, spent about $1,000 on just materials (not to mention another $900 for the classes) and really took my time in making sure everything fit perfect. You know what? It's ALMOST perfect but there are still things that aren't... even though I was careful as heck, ha! I've learned that woodworking takes many many many years to perfect and learn all the tricks. It's so rewarding to build something out of a pile of wood! :)

My girlfriend loves it!!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 03/28/2017 - 20:27

Easy to build and looks great!

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

Farmhouse desk

Submitted by shruti on Sat, 02/06/2021 - 18:49

Made this farmhouse desk from the plans. It came out very well.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Kitchen Shelves

Submitted by Renren_13 on Sun, 02/24/2013 - 10:08

I recently painted my kitchen cabinets with a Rust-Oleum Cabinet Transformations kit, and I wanted to add some matching shelves for items I could store above the stove and coffee maker.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$15
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Rust-Oleum Cabinet Transformations tinted to Toasted Almond with the dark glaze. I used Minwax Polyurethane in Semi-Gloss instead of the finished included with the Cabinet Transformations kit.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Lumber Scrap wood portable Cart

Submitted by Kingspiper on Fri, 03/31/2017 - 13:03

Cut-off lumber cart on heavy duty 3 inch locking swivel casters.  Used 3/4 copper pipe and 3/4 plywood with a couple of pine wood scraps.  Keeps things neat and clean. :)

Estimated Cost
125.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark walnut stain and plain walnut oil
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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