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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

Writing Desk - Modern farmhouse collection

Submitted by SofiaTaz on Wed, 09/08/2021 - 22:25

I love how this desk turned out. I haven't had corner brackets catch my eye yet, but I may still add them. This was the first real Brad Nailer project I have completed. It is stained in a dark walnut. Thanks again for another great plan and tutorial video!

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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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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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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!

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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

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

Modern Craft Table…Done!

This was mine and my husbands first project ever! And it turned out even better than expected….now we are hooked! Next the loft bed!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Behr Ultra White
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Sturdy Workbench

Today I built a workbench from wood found in my alley. No money was harmed during the making of this workbench #renew #reuse #recycle

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$0
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Play Kitchen

Submitted by anb80 on Tue, 03/31/2015 - 10:52

I made this for my daughter for Christmas.  I used peel and stick tile for the back splash and marble look contact paper for the counters. 

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

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For Clyde

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 07/02/2017 - 16:51

Great plans!  I tweaked some dimensions to make it several inches longer, and I made the bars 12 inches instead of 6 to open it up more.  Clyde loved it immediately!!  It goes perfectly with our craftsman/mission themed design.  Thank you!

Estimated Cost
<$75
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Snow White Milk Paint (3 coats) with 4 coats of Clear Coat to hold up to doggie toenails. The painting and clear coats took longer than the actual fabricating.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Expanded Planter Box

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 13:30

I wanted to put a planter around our new mailbox. So, I took your single planter design and build it as if it were three separate boxes only leaving out the interior pieces. It required making a T section for the middle pieces, And I made sure I used plenty of glue to firm up the structure and provide stiffness.

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