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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.

Built from Plan(s)

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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!

Built from Plan(s)

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

Martina Bath Wall Storage

Submitted by wkgibson on Sun, 03/29/2015 - 17:34

I followed the original plans, mostly.  I mitered the corners on the trim and 1x2s, and I used a 1x2 just under the top instead of closing the back since I went with a dark stain (General Finishes Gel Stain- Java, Deft spray poly satin).  This is one of my first projects, and I got to play with a block plane, gel stain, pocket-hole plugs, moulding, table saw, and my nail gun for the first time.  I was especially pleased how well this matched the dark cabinets in the room.  Man, stain is a pain.  I may make everything in raw cedar from now on. 

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
General Finishes Oil Based Wood Conditioner
General Finishes Gel Stain- Java
Deft Satin Poly (Spray)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Kid play table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 11:42

 All handbuilt kids table it comes in different colors. It's also good for the kids to eat outside when you're having your barbecues for the summer. 

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

Wide Short Pine 1x12 Bookshelf

Submitted by ariela on Wed, 03/09/2011 - 03:15

This was my first project ever, and while there are a few things I could have done better (don't judge the imperfections!) the shelves still came out beautifully. I followed Ana's plan exactly, painting the backboard a charcoal grey before attaching, and the shelves themselves white with light lemon yellow on the inside-sides. If I were to make these again, I would want to sand the shelves down more and use a higher gloss paint or sealer. The matte finish is more difficult to clean when it gets dusty, which happens pretty quickly!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Oversized Redwood Heavy-Duty Outdoor Dining Table

I modified Ana's plans just a bit.

8ft long by 3 1/2ft wide. Used 2X lumber instead of 1X in hopes of reducing the chance for warping over time.

I also went w/ 4X4's for the legs.

Cost was a bit more for redwood here in the Bay Area of California.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$500
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Dark Walnut w/ outdoor sealant-protectant
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Twins LOVE their new stable!!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 07/02/2017 - 15:27

This was a relatively easy project that my husband and I worked on together. We couldn't stomach the cost of buying two stables (hold one horse each) from Target for $80 for our twins' doll horses, but this price and project is perfect. The instructions were amazingly on-point and only appeared to miss the 1x1 cross-bar piece for the doors. Very minor for an amazing, free pattern. 

Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Honey oak stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner