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Corner cabinet

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 01/24/2019 - 13:58

Went to a local farmer, who had a barn falling down and asked if I could get some wood. He allowed me to take a few pieces and turned it into a corner cabinet for my wifeWent to a local farmer, who had a barn falling down and asked if I could get some wood. He allowed me to take a few pieces and turned it into a corner cabinet for my wife

Built from Plan(s)
Corner Cupboard
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmhouse Bed (hybrid)

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 12/07/2022 - 11:45

This is my first time building anything! I had so much fun and it was actually easier than I anticipated. I used the Farmhouse Bed (queen) plan as the basis for my design, but made a couple of tweaks. I wanted the planks in the headboard and footboard to be horizontally oriented instead of vertical. In addition, I bought some hardware for the side rails to hook into my bed posts so that I could easily assemble and disassemble the bed. I went to a lumber mill to select my wood and the worker convinced me to use red oak to build the project, due to the cost and the durability. I stained it with a white wash which I added a sage green tint to so that I could mute the red in the oak a bit. I wasn't able to buy the exact dimensions of lumber noted in the plans so I had to improvise. For example, they didn't have 4x4s so I glued 3 boards together to make my posts. By the time I sanded, the pieces blended beautifully and you can't even tell that it is 3 separate pieces of lumber. I built this bed for our guest room and I can't wait to have guests over!

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bed - Queen Sized

Comments

Doll farmhouse bed as a present

Submitted by fethiye on Thu, 09/08/2011 - 15:19

Built this cute doll bed for a friend's daughter's 3rd bday. I hear she loves it :)

The bedding (which took the longest) was made from my stash, followed loosely the plans at
http://fromanigloo.blogspot.com/2010/11/dolly-bed-fitted-sheet.html

and http://fromanigloo.blogspot.com/2010/11/dolly-pillows-and-pillowcases.h…

I wish I had a nailer; this project would have been faster with that. Predrilling etc took more than I care.

Mostly used left over 1x3s, and the rest was brand new pine.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bed for American Girl or 18" Dolls
Estimated Cost
$10
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Oops beige paint, tinted with some crazy pink I had to make my own pink mix.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Table and chairs for my grand daughter

Submitted by Dan Craw on Thu, 12/10/2015 - 18:19

This was a fun project to build! The plans were very easy to follow and the table and chairs turned out just like they were supposed to. I ended up buying a Kreg jig to put the furniture together. The jig cost $40.00 at Home Depot and it was well worth it because I'll be able to use it on other projects. The plans showed the furniture being prepped and painted but my daughter wanted the pieces to look close to their dining room table so I took the time to stain and varnish them. I built the table and chairs out of pine and I used average dimensional lumber so the whole project only cost around $35.00. If you're looking for good children's furniture these would be good to build.

Built from Plan(s)
Simplest Kids Play Table
Four Dollar Stackable Children’s Chairs
Estimated Cost
$35.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Cherry #235 Stain - 3 coats

Minwax Helmsman spar urethane Clear Semi Gloss - 2 coats
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farm House Table and Benches

Submitted by markelll on Mon, 09/12/2011 - 09:28

I wanted a big rustic farm table, didn't want to drop thousands on one from a store, so I decided to make my own!

I built it in the (formerly empty) dining room, with tarp on the floor and plastic to seal the doorways.

Was a big project and my first project so I started with the benches as this site and users recommended.

I used the farm house bench plan - just shortened the dimensions so that I could have two benches on either side of the table. Then I merged the two table plans so that I could have the top with the bread boards but legs that attached underneath (like the rustic table) so that they could be removed when we move. I'll work to upload my plans too.

Used Minwax Wood Stain in "english chestnut" and Deft Satin Wood Brushing Lacquer (instead of a Polyurethane).

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Table - No Pocket Holes Plan
Simple Rustic Table
Estimated Cost
approximately $300 (for wood, finish, sand paper, stain, screws..)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax "English Chestnut" and
Deft Satin Wood Brushing Lacquer to finish.

I prepped the wood by sanding it down to 220 (could have done an even better job sanding, and sanded the table and bench tops even finer).
Used a sponge brush to apply the wood stain, wiped off rather quickly (only a few minutes on the wood).
Used brush to apply Deft Sating Wood Brushing Lacquer. Used spray can of Deft when I ran out of liquid. Didn't go on as thick. Although using a brush is more of a hassle, it had a better coat.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Guest (not verified)

Sun, 09/25/2011 - 12:18

Your use of short benches makes the set more family and guest friendly. I usually hand rub my finish, I think i want to build this and probably use 0ak 2X12's (know it will be heavy).

Suggestions?

I will use it on a Florida roofed concrete deck for an outdoor dining area. Typically more formal dinners. Deck overlooks beautiful cove.

Guest (not verified)

Thu, 10/13/2011 - 11:00

Can you explain how you merged the plans to add the bread boards? I would love to do the same!

Jeff (not verified)

Fri, 06/01/2012 - 09:09

This is exactly what I am looking for in a table to build. We want bread boards on the end and we don't want stretchers on the bottom. How did you combine the two to do this. Can you send me a copy of your plan? [email protected]

Kimberly Dassel (not verified)

Sat, 08/04/2012 - 13:35

Could you please send me the plans for this table? I love it and would love to attempy making it. Thanks so much!

Joe (not verified)

Wed, 01/02/2013 - 15:53

Your farm table and benches were exactly what I was looking for. Please send me the plans if they are available. Thanks

Faye Sawatzky (not verified)

Wed, 01/02/2013 - 19:23

I would love a copy of the plans for this gorgeous table you made. I am inspired.

Kelly Lucas (not verified)

Tue, 01/22/2013 - 15:26

Would love, love the plans for this project if you are willing to share. Many thanks! :)

danno2084

Fri, 01/25/2013 - 20:57

I'm sure you've heard this a hundred times already, but we've been looking for a very long time for a table like this. We would also love the plans if you're sharing. Thanks for the great blog!

jsh2001

Tue, 01/29/2013 - 07:47

Getting ready to build my own and now you have me thinking I prefer this design with no stretchers on the bottom. Looks great!!!

Mammavof3

Sat, 03/16/2013 - 20:12

Can I please please please have the plans? I have a very narrow dining area and this table is PERFECT. Thanks

PorkyPok

Wed, 05/08/2013 - 13:30

I too would really love/need these plans. PLEASE. Thanks :)

Cbreck21

Sun, 05/12/2013 - 14:30

I would REALLY like the plans for his version as well. I am going to combine them. Can someone ask him to post or his he sending via email? If so, [email protected]

Thank you SO much!!!

wendykeeler

Mon, 07/15/2013 - 09:48

just bought a cabin and need all sorts of furniture. I love what you did and would sure love to have your plans and how you merged the two----both for the table and especially for the benches. Trying to do a 10' table for huge family gatherings. Thanks so much! You rock!

Sarina88

Tue, 07/23/2013 - 14:28

This table and bench set is exactly what I am looking for. You did such a great job!

Do you have plans that you wouldnt mind sending to my email? [email protected]

KailuaGirl

Fri, 09/06/2013 - 14:25

Hi There!
It seems like there are no replies to the many requests for the merged plans.
I'm guessing he used the top of one set of plans and the bottom portion of the other set of plans?? I will attempt to tweak myself..
Good Luck!

markelll

Fri, 01/09/2015 - 19:54

Hi everyone,
Well I didn't see all these comments! Sorry to have ignored your requests for plans!

This is the bench I made (I did four of these, and adjusted the measurements so they were each about 40" long)
http://ana-white.com/2011/01/farmhouse-bench

I was going to do this table, because it matches the benches, but decided I wanted a table with removable legs so it would be more maneuverable when we move!
http://ana-white.com/2009/12/plans-farmhouse-table-knock-off-of.html

I ended up using more of this plan in terms of how I assembled it, but adjusted the plans to have the tabletop include breadboards (the plank on top perpendicular to the long tabletop planks) and I used 4x4s for legs, plus the top was from 2x8s not 1x10s. I put in the optional cross supports too, and additional supports under the breadboard to connect it to the table frame and table top slats.. this is more info than you need, all to say, plans are flexible and you can do what you want!
http://ana-white.com/2010/03/plans-very-rustic-table-and-cool.html

Sorry I don't have detailed notes. I was very picky about the dimensions (based on space) and how high I wanted the table (about 1.5" taller than a normal table). I also measure the distance between the underside of the table and the tops of the benches so I could cross my legs under the table (an odd requirement).

Happy Building!

brentlbg

Wed, 04/01/2015 - 15:10

I like the english chestnut stain. That works so well with this type of lumber. Great job. I plan to use the same stain on the Tryde coffee table I am building. Thanks for sharing your work!!!

Dark Stain Channing Desk

Submitted by ecordon on Sun, 09/29/2013 - 11:41

My first big project! Decided to make two cabinets and drawers to make the desk more symmetrical and a better fit to the room. Also decided to go without the knobs and bottom trim under the drawers so that I could just pull them out from the lip underneath. Just a personal preference for me.
I definitely had lots of fun building this desk!

Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
1 x Minwax Prestain
2 x Minwax Dark Walnut Stain
2 x Minwax Polycrylic Finish
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Barn Door Console

Submitted by raybotelho on Tue, 12/15/2015 - 15:36

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Built from Plan(s)
Grandy Barn Door Console
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Marea baja by SW and weathered oak by minx for the top
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

U881999

Sat, 02/13/2016 - 05:04

Your console looks wider than some of the others and exactly what I am looking for. Can you provide the dimensions of your console; including the dimensions of the doors? Where did you find your hardware. Thx. 

raybotelho

Fri, 02/26/2016 - 14:28

I made mine 10ftL x 36"H x 24"D. I put the hardware together with different pieces form lowes/home depot. I built the doors after having the whole console already done, so it would fit perfectly.

Adirondack chairs with funny back legs

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 02/06/2019 - 07:45

The project was easy and fun. The plans are perfect, provided you follow instructions. I assembled the back legs backwards and that complicated the instalation of the back rest. I liked the result in the end.

Blog Link
Front Patio and Ana White's Adirondack Chairs
Built from Plan(s)
Heavy Duty Adirondack Chair Plans with Back Leg and Footstool
Estimated Cost
~ $100 for the pair.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Exterior Behr Marquee Matte
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

L shaped triple x desk

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 01/01/2023 - 13:24

We built this desk over Christmas break with my son for his bedroom.
Ran all wood through a planer and used pocket hole screws and Tite bond 3 glue. Black stain and satin polyurethane (3 coats) for the frame and my own stain concoction for the shelves and top treated with 2 coats of Odies oil.
He was very pleased and we enjoyed our time working on this project

Built from Plan(s)
L shaped Double X Desk, Featuring Handmade Haven and The Rustic Barn

Comments

Numbered Cubby Shelf

I loved this project and knew I had to do it. I decided it would work great for all that little stuff I had accumulating on my scrapbook table like glues, pens, scissors etc, now I will have room to actually scrapbook!

Built from Plan(s)
Numbered Cubbies on the Wall
Estimated Cost
Under $20
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
I used spray paint, first I sprayed black, then white over it and used paint markers for the numbers.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Revised barn bookshelf

Submitted by North40 on Mon, 09/30/2013 - 15:48

I changed the overall width (now 42" & height 34") to fit my space. All roof/shelf angles are cut at 22.5 degrees still. I used a circular saw beveled and upon assembly, I needed to caulk the seams. I also caulked the joint of divider and shelf and filled in the pocket holes to make it "prettier" before painting. I made a barn door to go in the middle cubby on the bottom to make the bookshelf interactive, but the dividers weren't quite square and the door made it more obvious. Definitely a fun build!
Cut changes:
bottom - 40.5 inches
middle shelf - 42 in at longest point
loft shelf - 32.5 inches
top roof pieces - 17.75 inches (I originally cut these at 18.25" & then removed another .5" from each piece)

Built from Plan(s)
Barn Shaped Bookshelf
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Painted with leftover cream & red paint from our actual barn. Spray painted roof exterior in brown. 2 coats of polycrylic to finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

My Santa & Sleigh

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 12/19/2015 - 11:31

All hand cut accept for runner are attached with biscuits

Estimated Cost
$12
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Red Rustoleum paint
Gold trim
Stars are starch made candy. (very stable)
Antique Santa from thrift store
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

End table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 13:37

This was easier than I thought. My kids helped me with it. I decided to leave the bottom shelf off as it can be added at a later time if desired. 

 

I'm going to take the same concept and make two loft beds for my kids.

Estimated Cost
$58.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Weathered Oak 270 minwax.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Kalakoa Planter

Submitted by Me-go-Eco on Sun, 09/25/2011 - 10:32

This planter was made from all reclaimed woods from a door, book shelf, a pallet, and a fence that was being thrown away. I like to try to keep the landfill from overflowing by reducing as much waste as I can. Every piece of trash counts you know! Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Reclaim! Me go eco....you go too!

For the story visit my blog:

http://me-go-eco.blogspot.com/2011/09/so-what-do-you-do-with-these.html

I'm on twitter if you want to follow me: Me_go_eco

Thanks for stopping by. Have an awesome day! =)

Blog Link
Kalakoa Planter
Estimated Cost
Free...all reclaimed wood.
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Exterior clear varathane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Pantry door spice rack

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 02/17/2019 - 18:13

I followed the project for the most part but did not want the dowels as it makes for less space for the giant Costco sized spices!  my dimensions are 23 x 39.  From start to finish it took about 5 hours but with 2 children learning how to do a project like this.  We could have easily completed it in half that time. I will be adding onto it for the bottom soon to accommodate foils, bags, etc.

Estimated Cost
$60 from Home Depot (Canada). I already had the paint.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
paint
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Farmhouse Bedside Table

Submitted by holly1968 on Sun, 10/02/2011 - 08:32

This bedside table is sooo easy to do. My husband and I made this table in about 1 1/2 hours. Of course, this doesnt include the time it took to paint and stain. When the cutting and nailing is done, so is my husband. Finishing the projects is up to me! lol Following the plan precisely makes this easy to build! The only thing we did differently is that we added an outside stretcher across the bottom front. I love love LOVE this table! I purchased the drawer pulls from Lowes on clearance for $1.19 each.

Blog Link
My DIY Farmhouse
Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bedside Table
Estimated Cost
Approximately $40
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Do-It_Best 1 step paint and primer. The color is Bullfrog.
Do-It-Best paints are paints carried at our local hardware store. I used 1 coat of the paint/primer in 1, as it allows just small hints of the wood to show through in some areas, I really like the look!
The stain used on the top is Rust-Oleum in the Summer Oak shade, purchased from Lowes Home Improvement. I applied 2 coats of the stain. I have not put polyurethane over the stain or paint as of yet.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Toy Boxes for Nephews

Submitted by edmorris17 on Sat, 12/26/2015 - 08:10

Made these for my nephews for Christmas.  Only issue I had was the screws stuck out a little bit of the 1/2" pocket holes.  I even tried the pan head type that were designed for the 1/2" holes.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Modern Toy Box with Lid
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
John deere colored paints
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Console table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/25/2019 - 12:43

Console table!!

Estimated Cost
$100
Finish Used
Dark walnut stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate