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Bois Rouge Saint Paul bench

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 02/07/2016 - 08:43

fit the Bois Rouge Saint Paul Table

Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
use coumpound joint to fill screw holes, sand flush, prime, paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

First Solo Project- Farm Bench

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 08/30/2019 - 17:34

My 6 and 8 year old boys helped me build this bench because I couldn't stomach paying $200 for one with 3 little boys. It cost about $40 and it was so easy to do. We are all so proud of the end result.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bench - No Pocket Holes Version
Estimated Cost
40
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Premium wood stain-Kona
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Maple Console Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 17:24

Table was made from curly maple that was glued into 12" widths to match the panel widths of 12". Client loved the look.

Built from Plan(s)
52" Waterfall Framed Console

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Factory Cart Table

Submitted by tonihowe on Fri, 01/06/2012 - 08:47

Thank you Ana! I requested my dads name this year for Christmas. Why? He has everything! With the help of my husband & son, we took wood out of my dads old farm house that is about to fall down. The house was built over 150 years ago, and to my suprise the wood walls were beautiful tounge & grove pine. I built the base out of big box pine & stained. The old pine I sanded lightly & scrubed down with murphys oil soap. The only finish was the Austrailian oil sealer in natural. Table left my dad speachless & with a tear in his eye. You made Christmas great Ana - Thanks

Blog Link
Howe Original...by toni!
Built from Plan(s)
Factory Cart Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
Maybe $20 for the casters - had wood for frame, repurposed wood on table top
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
minwax old american on base, natural austrailan oil sealer on table top
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Jelly Cabinet / Pie Safe

Submitted by Ctarbell03 on Sat, 11/23/2013 - 16:28

My mom as always wanted a jelly cabinet and there's one for sale at a local antique barn so when I saw the plans I knew exactly what I could get her for Christmas. The plan measurement's were a little off so I ran it through Google sketch-up to get the exact cuts I'd need and to play around a little with the plans. I used chicken wire for the doors and they came out better than expected. For a finishing touch, my mom loves black bears and moose, so I decided to include them in the final design. I went with free drawing them on contact paper and cutting them out and using them as a stencil, I love how they look. Overall it was a fun project. I just need to distress it a little and seal it with poly and it should be better well done.

Blog Link
JLAC Creations
Built from Plan(s)
Patrick's Jelly Cupbard
Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Just wanted to paint this piece, will be doing some sanding to distress it and then seal it with a coat or two of poly to protect the finish. The back pieces I stained first then drew the moose, bear and trees on contact paper then stuck them to the wood and painted it, let it dry, peeled off the contact paper and it came out better than I hopped.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Custom Spa-like Vanity

Submitted by BERobinson on Tue, 02/09/2016 - 07:39

chunky-leg vanity for spa-like bathroom.

Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
all wood was white-washed and then painted on top of. Legs were asked to be painted black, and top was asked gray. Wax finish on the legs and plank shelves, semi-gloss poly on the top to keep it waterproof.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Camp Loft Bed Modified & Modern Kids Bookcase

This build was super fun and easy.  I modified it slightly with a bottom bunk and outdoor grade slide for my two grandsons.  The room is only 10x10 so it pretty much takes up all the space, but I left a good amount of space under the bed (11”) for storage or for the dog to hide.

I attached hinges to the stairs for easy access to underneath, maybe for a hidden fort or more storage.  To gain extra support for the beds, I added angle irons to the top bunk legs and 11" 2x4s to the bottom bunks legs for the cross bars to sit on.  Both my husband and I tested, and they're not going anywhere, pretty solid.

Thanks Ana & Jared for sharing your talents with the rest of us!!  I wish I had room in my home to make every single one of your projects!

🥰,

Alexis 

 

Built from Plan(s)
Camp Loft Bed with Stair, Junior Height
Modern Kids Bookrack
Estimated Cost
$260 (w/slide)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Varathane Provencial
Behr Marquee in “Inked”
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmhouse Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 05/17/2023 - 07:49

Easy to make. I’m in love. Thanks for the super simple plan to follow.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bed (Full Size)

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Easiest Uphostered Bench - with a Skirt

We took the idea from this brag post, and changed the dimensions to fit the space in front of our window. We actually built 2 bases to ensure it would be sturdy.  We love how it turned out!  Check out our blog post for more details. 

Blog Link
Our Custom Master Bedroom Bench
Built from Plan(s)
DIY Slipcover Bench Plans
Easiest Frenchy Benchy
Estimated Cost
$90 + Scraps
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
FABRIC! We didn't do anything to finish the wood- just upholstered the bench, and put a skirt around the legs. Easiest finish EVER.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Nightstand

Nightstands are expensive. I don't have money. So, I thought I would build one. I kept this one rustic looking by not filling the holes but I did sand quite a bit. Just not enough to remove the printing on the boards, I think it looks good when it's got finish on it.

Blog Link
Rustic Nightstand
Built from Plan(s)
2x4 Modern Nightstand
Estimated Cost
15.00
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Cabot Aged Leather stain ± sealer
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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BIGGER Rustic X Coffee Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 02/12/2016 - 11:52

Using Ana's Rustic X Coffee Table plans, I created a larger version at 60" by 33" - just as easy and perfect for my space! Thanks Ana!

Blog Link
DIY Coffee Table - Rustic X
Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
$80 Canadian
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Varathane gel stain in Weathered Grey (single coat) and Varathane Triple Thick Varnish (two coats).
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmhouse tables!!! Made from Ana's plans!!!!

Followed Ana's plan for the easy ~8 ft Farmhouse table and then I made the counter height for 4 Farmhouse table! I LOVE THEM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Modern Outdoor Chairs and Simple Seacoast Tables

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 05/22/2023 - 17:08

Great sturdy outdoor furniture to spruce up a small deck space with lots of afternoon sunlight and coastal breezes!

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Outdoor Chair from 2x4s and 2x6s

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Diamond Tufted Headboard with Nailhead Trim and Matching Bed Frame

I used Ana's chunky leg bed frame plan with a few modifications for the bed and tutorials found online for the headboard. For more info visit my blog.

Blog Link
orangesugar
Built from Plan(s)
Modern Platform Bed Frame with Chunky Legs
Estimated Cost
$300 (could have been cheaper but my fabric was expensive)
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
upholstery
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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spiceylg

Tue, 01/10/2012 - 18:21

The whole thing is beautiful, but love that headboard, especially. I can't get into your blog. It won't work. It tells me page not found.

Guest (not verified)

Wed, 01/11/2012 - 13:51

You are very talented!

Janelle Kay (not verified)

Sat, 07/28/2012 - 18:20

Beautiful!!! You did a fantastic job on this bed!!! I am wondering how far apart you spaced the buttons?

Thanks,

Janelle

Faux Fireplace

Submitted by tammterry on Sat, 11/30/2013 - 09:53

After looking online for something to make a fireplace to hang my kids stockings, I came across Anna's! WOW her instructions and plans seemed very simple to follow and so I did. I made minor adjustments based on what I had on hand but I followed her plans to the t. Thank you Anna, you inspired me!

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Some cream paint and glaze, then poly.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Produce bin toy box

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/15/2016 - 10:51

Handmade

Estimated Cost
100ish
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Nightstands

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 10/01/2019 - 20:09

My husband built us new nightstands for our bedroom. Up next is a bed frame.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bedside Table
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

East Fork Factory Cart

Okay, I didn't use the Factory Cart Coffee Table plan for my version, but since mine was inspired by the same piece as the Factory Cart Coffee Table, I decided to brag.

As is the case with all my projects, I used 100% "rescued" materials (salvage, leftovers from someone else's project, garage sales, dumpsters, curbside, etc). Wood, hardware, wheel and castors, glass, glue, finishes- all of it.

Built from Plan(s)
Factory Cart Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
made from materials I had around here, estimated cost about $8, $5 of which was the big wheel
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Danish oil for the wood
I painted the Simpson galvanized hangers on the corners with Rustoleum (color: oil rubbed bronze) over an automobile adhesion primer coat
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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east fork spring

Fri, 01/20/2012 - 23:24

Got the wheel from a guy about 5 miles from here with a few acres packed full of all kinds of stuff. It's basically a junk yard for everything besides cars. Lots of super cool industrial-type stuff. Pretty tragic, really, since most of the stuff sits exposed to the elements year round. Anyway, I make sure my Tetanus shot is up-to-date, throw a few tools in my jacket, and go digging. I've scored a few times there. If you're near Battle Ground, WA let me know and I'll give you directions and the name of the dog that guards the joint in case you happen upon him.

Martha Jones DW

Sat, 01/21/2012 - 19:26

Luky!Only other place i would have to go home to the Bronx and find this item in one of the junk stores.

Thank you for the kind offer, unfortunately I'm in Maryland. Only good thing comes out of this is the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival the weekend of mothers day in May.

Wall Mounted Hutch

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 06:48

I wanted a china hutch in my dining room, but did not have the space. Instead, I built a wall-mounted hutch, which provided room for the dining room chairs to slide back from the table. I altered the plans to make the hutch less deep and added a trim piece along the bottom. My favorite part about this hutch is decorating it for every holiday and season. Thank you Ana White!

Blog Link
https://mccordmoments.blogspot.com/2015/10/hutch.html
Built from Plan(s)
Shanty Hutch
Estimated Cost
75
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
China hutch and home decor
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Ana White

Mon, 11/04/2019 - 12:23

Thanks so much for submitting this brag post!  It was selected randomly for a $100 gift card - look out for that in your inbox shortly!  Ana

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