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Media console
This great plan!! Thx Ana!
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My first build!
This locker cabinet was my first build and I learned a ton. For example:
1. Use the Kreg face clamps while drilling into the Kreg Jr.
2. Buy straight wood.
3. Buy wood that is not warped.
4. Do not try to buy wood with grouchy kids in tow.
Are you seeing a theme? Yep, your project will only be as square and perfect as the wood you buy.
I modified the locker plan to include apothecary-style drawers for our cell phones, sunglasses and chapstick. I also drilled through the back of one of the drawers to turn it into a charging station for our cell phones.
The locker has been super useful so far and is such a great way to keep my kids' backpacks and lunchboxes organized. The baskets are designated for my purse, stuff I need to return to stores, the dog's leashes, and library books. It's so nice to have all this stuff near the front door and never wonder where any of it is!
built by Grandpa
Grandpa modified the simple changing table to match the rest of our nursery furniture.
Bunny box
1/2" oak ply, cedar fence post, 1/4 inch oak ply
First brag! I had a little time to play in the garage and decided to join the scrap wood bandwagon. The wife loves the bunny box and now the mother-in-law NEEDS one. Back to the garage I go...
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Modern Outdoor Chair with a twist
Taken from the Modern Outdoor chair project and added a back. Then decided that I love the andorak style chair arms and thus the Andrmodern chair was born..
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Mon, 08/03/2020 - 09:02
I’d love to know how you…
I’d love to know how you made the changes, love it!
Thu, 03/18/2021 - 09:20
Modern outdoor chair with a twist
Could you please share how you added the back and arms to the modern chair plans.
Coffee - Wine Bar (Adapted from Planter's Bench
Built for my daughter but it came out so well, kept it.
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Murphy Bed
I'm turning my messy sewing room into an organized craft/guest room, so I made a murphy bed to conserve space. I used corrugated tin on the the face of the bed so that I can use it as a magnet board while not in use as a bed.
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Fri, 05/17/2013 - 09:54
Hardware Cost?
The estimated cost is $100, but the hardware linked from the original plan was over $300. Do you have an alternate method of mounting this?
Fri, 05/17/2013 - 11:23
Hardware cost
I think that link was a suggestion if you want an assisted lift/lowering system, and that hardware is part of what makes regular Murphy beds so expensive. I just used door hinges--3 for $8. It's not that heavy to lift and lower the bed, in my opinion.
Fri, 05/17/2013 - 11:40
Hardware Cost :)
Thank you for your reply! If I make this project, I think I'll try the door hinges. It won't be frequently used (a few times a year) and I'm pretty sure we can handle the minimal weight for those few occasions.
P.S. I really like the styling with the wood and corrugated metal, it looks sharp!
Fri, 06/28/2013 - 20:02
great muphy bed
thanks for sharing the murphy bed. have been looking for a space solution for my daughter's bedroom. the corrugated tin look sharp in this project--my daughter would like the corrugatged tin as well--except for hot pink stain on the cabinet.
anyone know where to get hot pink stain?
Sun, 09/08/2013 - 20:58
Does anyone have any
Does anyone have any suggestions on how to bring it up off the floor some?
Wed, 02/10/2016 - 04:24
Modify possibility?
Paint tin with dry erase or chalkboard on one side for daily notes?
Fireplace makeover
This is my first DIY project ever. No plans.
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Outdoor Sofa and Sectional
I haven't really done anything like this, came out quite well. I modified the back for what I think is better comfort, added side supports to hold throw pillows in place and added 2 extra 2x4's to seating surfaces. The sofa I built in an afternoon with an extra pair of hands to line things up and hold them in place. The sectional took a little longer to complete as my helper was off building his own couch (after he saw how simple it was to do). I also didn't use a pocket jig (couldn't find one in rural hardware store) but a countersink drill bit for all screw holes.
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Fri, 06/28/2019 - 09:39
I love the changes! I wish I…
I love the changes! I wish I thought of them myself.
Square Picnic Table
This is a bit larger than Ana’s plan. I added additional support to the table top and added a braced opening for the umbrella. I also went for a more rounded finish by rounding all the corners of the table and benches with my jigsaw and then sanding to create smooth curves.
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Leaning Wall Media Center
Recently I was a Crate and Barrel and I found the Sloane Leaning Desk and thought that it would be perfect for my media center. (See that wall heater under the desk, I needed that to be open and I was tired of my big wood box of a media center on the, now, couch wall.) So knowing that I had seen the Leaning Wall Shelf on this site I knew I could reconfigure it a bit to work out for my own needs.
First, I cut the dimensions down a bit. Instead of the 31 1/2" length on all of the shelves I cut them at 24". Then then all the back trim at 25 1/2". Then for the middle section, I cut the shelf and desk at 36" and the back trim to 37 1/2". The side trim for the desk is 14 1/4". The desk itself was 22x36" and the top shelf was cut from a 1x8x6. I did this because I could cut all the other shelves and the desk from one piece of 4x8' plywood. For added support I used a 2x4 as the brace under the desk and added 1x2 braces (cut at a 45 degree angle) for extra support on the front/ sides of the desk (see photo). I also left all the edges squared off for a more modern look, like the Sloane.
I hope this helps you and good luck with your project! FYI, this was my first build EVER, and with a little help from my dad cutting the wood and getting it level, I got it done pretty easily. Oh, and get yourself some large clamps or an extra set of hands to help hold things together while you're drilling.
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Kitchen Cabinets
Here is a pic of kitchen cabinets I built using Ana's plans.
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Tue, 04/07/2015 - 11:40
Beautiful!
If you lived near me, I would hire you. If you can do this, your funk tire buying days are over ! Awesome job!
Mon, 05/04/2015 - 12:00
Kitchen Cabinets
Thank you, this was my first Kitchen remodel. I am not sure if I want to do this for hire. I may just build the cabinets but not sure if I want to install anymore.
Mon, 05/04/2015 - 12:03
Kitchen Cabinets
I still have to install the back splash and flooring. Going with a knotty pine flooring. I will distress it and I am going to install vintage Common Rose Head nails at the butt joints of the flooring.
Hall Tree
I made this project for a friend. It was very important to get straight boards for the back in order to make everything square. Let me know if you have any questions!
Farmhouse table
Farmhouse table
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Pallet Shelf!
Ok, so no one is going to get really jazzed about this but me, but hey.. I actually had to cut this, which I did on my own with no help from the hubs and nail in the bottom boards. That was a bit tricky cause I used other pallet wood so I didn't have to rob any of the nice stuff from my scrap pile. :-)
Portable countertop
I made this from the kitchen island plans, but added a countertop. It's really sturdy and cost about $65 in materials. I love it.
doll crib
Doll crib with storage bin.
2. two coats pink eggshell finish
Sliding laundry room door
Sliding door to my laundry room with etched, stained glass window
King Size Farmhouse Bed and Nightstands
We were thrilled with how this turned out. The plans were spot on!