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Doll Farmhouse Bed
I love this little farmhouse bed. I made it for my daughter for Christmas. It is spacious for one doll and cozy for two.
Our First Project: Console Table
This was our first project. The directions were easy to follow. We used wood screws to put this project together as I do not have a nail gun. My five year old was in charge of the electric screwdriver. I just used 1 peice of wood for the table top and diagonally screwed into it from the bottom. It took us a few days to complete as when you are working with a little one, everything takes quite a bit longer. This was the perfect project for us to work on together! My husband requested a table to put next to the hottub so he could put his drink on it, but I don't want this to move outside! Maybe I'll have to make another one. :)
Full Storage (Captains) Bed
This was a pretty quick build and works perfectly in my son's room. I love all the room for the cubbies! All of his cars and tracks stay off the ground!
The only tricky part for me was attaching the first edges and keeping it straight. Since I was doing this all by myself, I used my nail gun to attach them quickly and then drilled in screws to secure them.
I kept them in three separate parts so it was easier to take upstairs and then I used my nail gun to attach the slats in the middle. Pretty easy and inexpensive for a nice wood full size bed frame!
Check out my blog post for more pictures of my build! http://www.leapoffaithcrafting.com/diy-full-bed-frame-storage/
Modern Adirondack chair
I made four of these chairs and my wife has ‘ordered’ more for the spring, the will probably be more purple ones
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Toddler Farmhouse Bed With Canopy
When I saw the farmhouse toddler bed plans on Ana’s site, I knew I had to build it for my daughter. I added siderails (modified from the bunk bed rail plans) and a canopy (modified from the adult size farmhouse bed canopy plans).
I can’t really give an estimate of how long this project took…I had to work on it while keeping my five year old and one year old entertained. If I’d had no distractions, it probably would have taken only 3 or 4 hours to build it (more for the painting).
Toy Box Gone Wrong
We went exactly as planned in the Build a Toybox outline, but bought 12x1 instead of 16x1. This caused a problem when we started putting it together. The two short sides were taller than the long sides. We decided to make lemons from lemonade and turn it into a toolbox/toybox, and in the end really liked the result. We added an additional cut with 1.5" holes on either side and a 1.5" diameter 36" long dowel rod for the handle. We added casters to the bottom and poof! done. Fun project! We made it for our soon to be nephew and filled with gifts for the baby shower.
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Thu, 05/30/2013 - 10:29
Really cute!
Good things come from mistakes at times! Love the mustache touch!
Thu, 05/30/2013 - 10:30
Really cute!
Good things come from mistakes at times! Love the mustache touch!
Rustic storage daybed
We wanted to build a reading nook in our cabin landing that would also function as extra sleeping space. This plan was modified to raise the height. We then built the frame and one side panel, since the bed length of the plan was EXACTLY the width of the landing space... It was meant to be! We love it!
Salsa Console
This took two weekends to complete. It makes a huge difference when you take time for a good paint job.
I used the best grade pine at Lowes so I didn't have to sand everything and there is less chance for warped boards. This is why my cost was more.
I also added trim around the middle and bottom bands to really make it pop. Overall, I am very pleased with the results.
Kids Adirondack Chair!
I built this chair for my brand new grandson. I cut out the letters and inlaid them into the front of the chair. Lots of fun!!
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Turquoise Lockers
Always wanted lockers, now I have them! We built these in a couple of afternoons, but took forever to sand and finish (of course, the sudden onslaught of winter didn't help.) Added 10 inches to the height of the hutches to fit our adult coats better. We are absolutely in love with them!
A bench for a future table
This is the third project I've done from this site and the first that came out absolutely perfect. The others were GREAT but this one....it just soared.
Took me all of 1 afternoon to build and 3 days to stain and finish. I used Early American by Minwax to match the existing dining room table.
My goal is to build the table that goes with it.
But, for now, this is the perfect addition to the house.
One thing.
The plans for this bench call for 1x4s for the breadboards and that doesn't make sense. I think it's a typo.
You will need extra 2x4s to make the project really soar. But, heck, who can't use an extra 2x4 lying around?
Varathane satin
Farmhouse Media Console
Farmhouse media console built to fit in a spot for their television.
Etched Decorative Mirrors
4 Etched Decorative Mirrors and 1 Faux Waterfall Edge Mirror. Bought the cheap Wal-Mart Mirrors and customised them with etchings and frames.
2x4 Outdoor Chair
The stain is a dark black teal, better seen in direct sunlight. The foam for the cushions was cut from an old IKEA mattress, and cushion cover were made from extra canvas we had. We're happy with the result.
Laundry Basket Dresser
Anything to make Laundry easier and looks good I will build. This is a very simple project that is invaluable to anyone that does laundry. We have it in our master bath to help with separating our laundry.
It is sturdy, functional and is a nice looking piece. The only changes I made was to use 2x2's for the rails instead of the metal L-brackets.
How to Build Simple Raised Garden Beds
Starting with Ana's simple $10 raised garden plans, we built ours to be part of our experiment: Growing Vegetables in Our Driveway. Because our boxes are visible from the street, we made them a bit fancier and sturdier than we would have if they were hidden away in the backyard. An easy, afternoon project - with delicious results!
Saw Blade Storage
This weeks project was some saw blade storage for all my blades.
Here is the YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88DxZ3cuwSo
Website: http://www.lanebroswoodshop.com/2015/05/saw-blade-storage.html
My dining table
I've built various pieces from this site, but this is my first "share". I built this table a couple a month ago, taking ideas from various plans on this site. The top of the table is hard maple, the legs, benches are all wormy maple.
I bought the lumber from a mennonite mill about 45mins away from me, fantastic place. The table top was in their "clearance" section already laminated together, so I had them but it to size.
I tried my best doing mortise/tenon joints to join the table aprons/legs. They weren't perfect, but it worked.
I loved building this and I really want to make another. Thanks very much Ana for the site and all the plans you make available. It's a blessing.
Oh, apologies for the two photos on its side, I can't get them to upload properly...
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Sat, 02/11/2023 - 08:03
Beautiful table. Do you have…
Beautiful table.
Do you have any plans you can share?
Thanks,
~David
Modified Farmhouse Bed
This was our first "Big" build.... Our bed. I modified the footboard as I like taller footboards and it keeps the mattress in super snug!!!! Love this bed with light stain!!!! Also we used tongue and groove boards for the head and footboard!!! Went together so nice!!!