Small Flower Planter
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This is my first project in years. It turned out exactly as I wanted. I decided to paint it after with some white paint That I had laying around. This whole project cost about $15 and 2 hours.
This is my first project in years. It turned out exactly as I wanted. I decided to paint it after with some white paint That I had laying around. This whole project cost about $15 and 2 hours.
Hi Ana,
Using the bar stool plan and I built two bar stools for my man cave in Australia. Thank you so much. Cheers
Ricky
I built that table for a friend using primarily hand tools. The only power tools were a table saw to rip the legs from a scrap 2x12 from another project, and a drill for draw-bore holes.
The table is made from pine, so that it is light enough for a woman of small stature to carry it up to a third-floor apartment. The frame is made with mortise and tenon joinery for strength, and the joints are draw-bored to make sure it doesn't fall apart in our lifetime.
The top is a glued-up panel from five other boards. This was my first panel glue up, so it was a little bit exciting in the same way that a kitchen fire is exciting. The surface has a rustic texture, made by planing it smooth with a cambered jack plane. The texture isn't visible under normal lighting, but with a raking light you can see it. It's very interesting to run your fingers over this table because of the texture from the plane, and the strong grain of the white pine.
I made these back in February. I came across this project on Jamie's site (http://thatsmyletter.blogspot.com.au/2012/10/t-is-for-trug-naked-versio…) earlier in the year and thought that it would make a fantastic birthday gift for my 6 year old nephew. I gave it to him in kit form complete with nails and glue so that he could assemble it himself. I predrilled the nail holes. Of course I then had to make one for my own 6 year old so that they could build them together. I adjusted the size to accommodate some tools my dad had given them for Christmas. Time indicated includes personalisation time.
I've had a bit of practice painting names since this project. Each time I get better at it.
Modified plan to accomodate lower bed and changed stair location. Used pallet wood as bed supports.
I built 2 of the 2x4 couches with slight modifications. I didn’t like the straight bar across the back so changed it to a leaning high back.
I also added a square box that can be used for a dividing table on the couch or side table when additional seating is needed.
Plan on scaling down for a love-seat and chair.
Kreg jig for pocket holes was time consuming but well worth it!
Made from reclaimed materials. Made it easier to standup with my bad knees
I am so excited to have my son see this on Christmas morning. I decided to build in the bottom shelf for more tool storage and I am considering drilling some holes in the sides of the top shelf or the back for hammering in "nails" (or clothespins painted grey). This was my first project without any man-help and I can't wait to get started on the next one! Thank you so much Ana for your designs and more importantly, your inspiration.
Fri, 12/02/2011 - 13:12
Awesome! I'm making one for Christmas also. Next week is a busy week for me because I'm making four different things. You did an amazing job and it's good to know that it only took a couple of hours.
We followed the plans closely, and it turned out well for the first project. It was the perfect size for what we needed! My husband had never built anything like this before and after a little research on how to use the kreg jig, he was able to finish it in a weekend.
I followed the plans and they were very clear.
We built Ana’s outdoor sectional in a few hours and it’s made a huge impact on our deck! It saved us so much money but looks like a high end piece! Thank you for the simple and structured plans!
Fri, 06/07/2019 - 10:53
This is gorgeous! You really have an eye for putting different colors, textures and patterns together! Thank you so much for sharing a brag post.
Thank you for this plan! We did a few alterations like the soft close shaker doors. We painted with Navy Blue paint mixed with BBFrosch chalk mix. Love this so much! John + Jina
Colorado
Sat, 03/25/2023 - 09:21
Really pretty, love the finish choice and soft close doors are so nice! Thanks for sharing.
Simple x bench followed the plans posted below except I shortened it to fit our old table.
Modified slightly to include just two legs and excluded the decorative pieces for a more streamined look.
I started this project by using the mini Farmhouse side tables plan. I added my own herringbone detail on the top that turned out pretty cool. I finished with Italian brass hardware and put a sleek satin Old Masters finish over the whole thing. It's a lovely piece that I really enjoy.
A few alterations to plans….thanks for the inspiration!
I needed some new chairs for my kids play room as the ones that came with a table they received as a gift were cheap and I had reinforced them three different times.
I liked the simple design of them and the cost is right! Mine were a little more as I used 2x2's for the legs and made the body of the chair double-braced as my boys are hard on things!!
My boys picked the colors, which the blue was left over from a room and the red from my older son's desk!
This was a Christmas gift for my youngest grandniece. The doll crib is made from the Fancy Doll Crib plans, slightly modified to be taller and longer. The high chair is made according to plan, except I substituted a 1" x 6" board for the back.
Still need to stain but this was my very first project and it turned out well! The directions are very easy to follow and I am very happy with it!
So...we are 6 people in a 3 bedroom house. We needed more room! Thanks for the inspiration Ana. I think these beds turned out GREAT. And the girls love them!!!
Sat, 04/08/2023 - 15:37
Love what you came up with, plus extra storage! Thanks for sharing.
I made these for my two nieces and soon to be born daughter for Xmas. I used 1" hobby foam for the mattress.
Mon, 12/19/2011 - 14:52
Love the beds and the bedding is super cute! I bet your nieces will love their Christmas present!
Mon, 12/19/2011 - 16:54
Thanks, I hope so too!! Maybe next year I'll make your bunk beds for them!!