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2x4 Outdoor Sofa & Sectional Piece

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 08/11/2021 - 05:36

These plan were fantastic! Sorry for the messy picture!

As I live in Sweden I had to convert all measurements to metric. I also couldn't get hold of cedar boards easily so I went with regular treated construction pine. The pine boards are 45 mm by 95 mm, so I adjusted acording to that as well. The downside with using fresh treated pine is the extreme weight of the wood. It's also probably going to shrink a fair bit.

We live in a chain house, so it wasn't possible for me to build the sofa in place. Instead I hade to build it at my parents place. So I modified the plans a little to be able to build the sofa in pieces and transport the whole thing in my car. The sides are bolted to the base with carriage bolts and the back rest is bolted to the sides using hex wood screws.

To make the joints a bit sturdier I opted to use two 10mm wooden dowels and glue in every joint. I also didn't want any screw heads showing. So I used decking screws and screwed them in at an angle as hidden as possible.

Will probably sand all the rough edges in a few days and will be making a matching table later on.

As it's late in the store season (Ikea didn't have any good cushions in the store) we opted to go with rugs instead of cushions.

Estimated Cost
Roughly 200 $
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
No finish
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Kentwood Bookshelf

Submitted by cchandler on Fri, 04/26/2013 - 07:55

This was my first crack at a project. I changed the plans a bit to make it wider and taller by one more shelf. I wanted an "espresso" finish to match my other furniture and after testing a bunch of different stains I settled on the General Finishes Gel Stain in Java. It was so much easier to work with than the others I tried, requiring only two coats, and the color turned out almost perfectly matching my C&B coffee table. I used the General Finishes Arm-R-Seal semi-gloss topcoat (two coats). Thanks for the plans!

Estimated Cost
Approx $100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
General Finishes Gel Stain in Java, General Finishes Arm-R-Seal semi-gloss topcoat.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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spiceylg

Fri, 04/26/2013 - 09:15

Beautiful build. I found out about GF from others on this site. I finally tried it and I absolutely love it, too! No comparison!

Baby Cradle

Made this from typical dimensions of other cradle plans online and designed it off the cuff. Years ago, my dad made a cradle for me. I thought this would be a fun project to make for friends and family for their new little bundles of joy. The bottom is braced with the idea that older children will probably be playing in it. It was tested up to 65 lbs. All for approximately $60 with the mattress. Hopefully the recipients like it as much as we enjoyed building it. 

Estimated Cost
$60
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Varathane Light Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Farmhouse Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 08/27/2021 - 14:59

A modified version of the farmhouse bed with drawers. Thanks Ana white.

Built from Plan(s)

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Skinny IKEA Lack Bookshelf

Submitted by jaimej on Sun, 04/28/2013 - 19:31

I found Ana-white.com and was so inspired! I have been sewing for 15 years and had been admiring all the projects on various blogs I follow, but Ana's plans were the last straw (in a good way!). I was given a table saw by a contractor friend of mine and got my drill and miter saw for Christmas and my husband helped me build this as our first build. He didn't want the weight of the 2x12s so we went 1x12s and figured if it starts to look like it needs more support, we could always back it. So far it's doing great and fits right in an alcove in our living room. It replaced a cheap walmart bookshelf so even if we botched it we figured it'd be better than what we had! But I love how it turned out and we plan to keep on building!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Red Mahogony,
Minwax® Fast-Drying Polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Sierra Leitz

Wed, 07/17/2019 - 09:00

Love that you used 1x12's because that's what I wanted to do! It looks amazing!

Utensil Divider

Submitted by Smokeydog on Thu, 03/19/2015 - 06:28

My wife loves this divider.  I must say it makes things much more convenient and orderly.

Estimated Cost
30.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax cherry stain and satin finish
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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I painted mine!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 06/18/2017 - 13:57

I modified the back with a larger piece of wood because my cushions kept falling through. Then I painted it white to go better with my cushions. Only took about 4 hours to make and then a couple to paint. Good luck!

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Child Workbench

Submitted by jennavila on Tue, 04/30/2013 - 15:00

Super easy gift for a toddler

Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Photo ledges (with crown molding)

This is a set of photo ledges built for a friend!

 

Website article: http://www.lanebroswoodshop.com/2015/02/photo-ledges.html

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6jwfhwJQ-g

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$50 per
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
High Gloss White
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Dice Bookends

Submitted by naomi on Fri, 06/23/2017 - 06:30

I made these bookends with 4x4 offcuts and pine scraps.

I couldn't decide what colour I wanted so I made 3 sets. White, charcoal and stained timber.

I think I like the charcoal best.

 

Estimated Cost
$0 because I had made a bed and bookcase and had plenty of offcuts.
The hardest part was getting dice dots layout correct.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Charcoal Chalk paint, distressed then clear coated.
White Chalk paint, distressed then clear coated.
Charcoal paint, Stained then clear coated
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Love this planter

Submitted by Mark-A on Wed, 09/15/2021 - 14:47

Made this to replant a hibiscus that had outgrown its small plastic pot, I liked how it came out and plan on building a few more

Hailey platform bed and headboard

Submitted by Coldhanson on Thu, 05/02/2013 - 23:10

I've bookmarked this plan a long time ago just waiting for the time and energy to make it! I recruited my dad to help and he put it together for me over the weekend.
I used one coat of minwax dark walnut for stain and one coat of semi gloss polyurethane for protection.

My son loves it, and it looks great in his new room!

Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Giant Burlap Memory Board

Submitted by shellyward on Mon, 03/23/2015 - 07:03

This memory board is 6ft tall x 3 ft wide using MDF 1x4 boards, baseboards, and crown molding layered over a sheet of 1/4" plywood covered with batting, fabric and burlap.  We found a similar item at a local furniture store and fell in love with it, but we were unwilling to pay the $1200 they were asking, so we built one ourselves.  I love the way it turned out and just need to find more pictures to add to the board.  

Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
flat black paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Custom Pool Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 06/24/2017 - 15:41

This is a custom pool table we built recently and delivered to Jackson, Wy. Built from Big Leaf Maple slabs with Jatoba accents. This pool table also features a removable ping pong table top. We built it in such a way that the customer can use it as a large buffet table when hosting parties. We build custom pool tables that are customized to a customers specifications. If you have any questions please feel free to ask. Thank You!

Estimated Cost
The cost depends on the choice of wood selected and varies greatly
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
The finish we used was a three part finish that consisted of tung oil, BLO, and Poly in equal parts
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced

Medium Width Painter's Ladder

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 11:46

My husband built the painter's ladder shelf and I painted it, it's now featured in our guest bathroom and we love it!  :)

Thanks so much for the plans Ana!

Modified to a wider width bottom.

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Headboard from a door

Submitted by Medickep on Mon, 05/06/2013 - 07:27

I made this Headboard from am old 5 panel solid core Douglas fir door I found at a building construction recycling place. I originally wanted to stain it, but the door, which was previously stained with a polyurethane proved to be very difficult. I wanted to avoid dealing with a hollow core door after trimming both sides to make it symmetrical.

I purchased some French cleats to hang this, but you could make some out of wood to cut more costs!

Very cheap to make!

Estimated Cost
160-180 (depends on the door you select)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
I used a high quality primer first and good paint that had self-leveling qualities to it. I was applying with a brush and wanted to avoid brush strokes. A paint sprayer would have been better!
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmhouse Patio Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 06/26/2017 - 21:19

I liked the plans, and the table came out beautiful. Only issue is that there isn't much support for the bread board ends. Don't try to move the table by lifting up on the ends. May need additional bracing in the future. Was able to make a side table with the leftover pieces and an extra 2x4. Love it.

Estimated Cost
Under $100 for farmhouse table and matching side table.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Dry brushed white on top, with a tea and vinegar stain over it. Clear polyacrylic top coat.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Grand Kids Picnic Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 12:35

Our grandsons live 10 hours away. I always try to make something for them when they visit. When we saw them a few weeks ago they needed a table their size!

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My first Farm House Table

Submitted by terricrowe on Wed, 05/08/2013 - 12:16

I have been building things from recycled fencing we acquire from our business for a while, but this is the first large table I have made. I used recycled backing rails and pickets to make the Farmhouse table from Ana's plans. I shortened the length of the table but otherwise pretty much stuck to the plans. I did use different wood for the top then Ana had, I used old white painted backing rails that are basically 2x4's for the base of the table and I used old gray weathered pickets for the table top. It isn't perfect and my notch's could have been more presice, but I am still happy with the outcome.

Estimated Cost
0 for materials
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
none, I will let he buyer decide. I used old wood to start with and I love that look. I do refinish newer pieces to look old, but with this I don't have too!
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate