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Built in Shelving

Submitted by JoeP on Thu, 11/13/2014 - 16:34

A company wanted to charge us $5800 for this!  All told I think I spent about $500.

Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

X Console Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 02/19/2017 - 05:48

Ana, 

My wife saw this and wanted one to match her benchwright coffee table. I decided to make her one and used rough cut pine to get that look. Just used 80 grit to knock off the roughness but not enough to sand into the saw marks and was pleased with how good the results came out. I don't like exposed fasteners so all the joints are pocket hole screwed and glued and the table top is biscuit jointed and the end piece is doweled into the long runners. Love your website and the other projects that you have shown here. Keep up the great work!

Josie

Built from Plan(s)
Outdoor Rustic Console Featuring Addicted 2 DIY
Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Mahogany stain and spar urethane topcoat (4 coats)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Farm House Table & Benches

Submitted by 3G1B on Fri, 11/27/2020 - 07:27

I couldn’t find 4x4s so I planed 2x6s flat and glued them together. Used it for the first time yesterday for our Thanksgiving dinner.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Table - Updated Pocket Hole Plans
Estimated Cost
300
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Weathered Grey stain and many coats of polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Three Bin Laundry Sorter

Submitted by Meyer1120 on Mon, 01/21/2013 - 21:10

Modified the original plan to meet our needs of a laundry sorter. Had problems with the hinges so ditched them. I used dowels with a combination of a chamfer cut on the bottom of the door. Dado-ed the trim on the doors and slide the bead board panels in. The face frame is all held together with pocket hole screws, which I highly recommend because it eliminates nail holes and keeps the face frame square. This was my first wood working project, took me a little long to get it done. Thanks for looking.

Modified January 28

So here are some more pictures of my project. I don't really have any good pictures of the dowels. But what I can tell you is, I drilled holes through the sides of the face frame and the trim pieces and then measured where the holes would be in relation to the "drawer". I then drilled holes in the drawers at those measurements, I was careful to not go to deep. I think I went in half an inch. After that I started at one end and placed the dowels in, then put each drawer in. It wasn't easy but with a little patience it worked. The key is to wax the dowels so they will last longer as well. I also am including pictures of the top and bottom trim. On the top the original plans called for an overhang piece and I didn't like the way that looked. I ran the top board an inch long on each side and then wrapped it in quarter round trim. I did this because I plan on adding the Mimi Hutch Top. The bottom was built per the plan, but I ran into a problem with my bottom trim not being level and you could tell. So I raised the whole unit on 1 1/2 legs then placed it on a level surface and again wrapped it in a decorative trim. The key on both trims was a nice miter joint. Last picture I added was of my stoppers. I took scrap from the 1x2 trim and cut them to an inch and a half or two (can't really remember), then using the Kreg Jig drill bit drilled recessed holes. I then opened the doors until the side 45s were level then mounted the blocks on each side. I feel that it is better than a chain or string catch. Again thanks for looking and I hope I answered all of your questions.

Built from Plan(s)
Wood Tilt Out Trash or Recycling Cabinet
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Primmer and paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

moosmani

Tue, 01/22/2013 - 11:29

Dowels! What a great idea! Would you mind sharing how you did it? Could you possibly add some pictures showing the dowels? You did a great job. It looks beautiful.

mullid1

Thu, 01/24/2013 - 09:27

I love what you have made! Could you post pictures of the top and the bottom trim? I'm very impressed that this is your first project!

mullid1

Tue, 01/29/2013 - 09:12

Thank you for the photos and new instructions! You're awesome!!!

VLT

Fri, 03/15/2013 - 12:05

This is lovely; I like the trim job you did. Is there a way to post the plans so we can all get to them. I cannot believe this was your first project!

Liz82

Sat, 11/16/2013 - 18:23

I am a little confused. I love the three bin laundry sorter, but everyone is mentioning plans. I am not finding plans for it on the site. Also, what goes in to hold the clothes? There may be obvious answers, but I am not seeing them. I'd appreciate any help you could give.

towering inferno

Tue, 12/02/2014 - 02:58

I've been thinking of working up one very similar to this, also with 3 bins, but I didn't want to use chain either.  Those stoppers will be ideal - do you put them on both sides or is one enough?  Thanks for the share!

Karahd

Sat, 01/24/2015 - 11:29

Hi-

Im not sure if you still have the plans to this awesome project, but if you do, would you be able to share them with me? Ive been looking to make something like this forever, but just couldnt find any help!

thanks,
karah
[email protected]

petemoore

Mon, 02/08/2016 - 07:46

hi im the same as everyone can you send me the build plans with dimensions etc

many thanks

virginie D.

Wed, 03/02/2016 - 14:49

Hi

It's exactely what i need. so amazing. Someone can send me the plan please? I'm so newbie to do tat all by myself without plans. Thanks you.

virginie D.

Wed, 03/02/2016 - 14:49

Hi

It's exactely what i need. so amazing. Someone can send me the plan please? I'm so newbie to do tat all by myself without plans. Thanks you.

ajbreaux

Mon, 05/02/2016 - 14:22

My wife loves this . if its possible could i get the plans and hopefully have time to build it to give to her for mothers day ? thanks 

Kimhubbell

Fri, 12/02/2016 - 11:01

I would also love to have the plans for the 3 bin sorter. I am barely an intermediate so more specifics would be a huge help! Thanks to anyone who could help.

lworthy

Mon, 07/10/2017 - 04:19

 I absolutely LOVE your laundry sorter!!!! You did a fabulous job and the TRIM, WOW amazing!!!! I've searched Ana's website and cant find the plans' could you please email me the plans to [email protected].  I started building my own furinture back in October 2016 and the reward is amazing... Keep up the good work.

Happy Building,

Lisa

woodmama

Tue, 01/16/2018 - 22:18

I'm too new at woodworking to be able to tackle this right now, but would love to download the plans for future. My most successful project so far is a pretty standard bookshelf. I got a free plan, with lots of guidelines and explanations, at https://tinyurl.com/ydeup8lo -- it came with a 440 page guide, "The Art of Woodworking" that has tips and techniques, and am plowing through that right now.

momto3

Wed, 02/28/2018 - 12:53

This is amazing.  I am very new to woodworking.  Could you send me the plans please?  I would be most appreciatative 

Ljohns

Wed, 03/11/2020 - 23:27

I would love to have the plans for the three bin laundry sorter to build for my laundry room. Are the plans available? Awesome work!

Shower Gift

I made these for my new niece-  Here's my story with recipe for a homemade sealer as the dye runs on drooly faces.

http://onblissstreet.blogspot.com/2014/10/sweet-baby-p.html

Blog Link
Handmade Blocks
Estimated Cost
$15
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
food coloring and homemade sealer. Recipe on my blog.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Patio Table

Submitted by marcosdos on Mon, 02/20/2017 - 14:33

I loved Ana's 4x4 Truss Beam Table which was my inspiration for building this outdoor patio table Yesterday, I had a lot of fun. I used brown pressure treate wood because I wanted a table for my patio which would be weather resitant, a strong, great looking table that goes well with the rest of my patio anf I bet it wil last for a long time... Ready to entertain family and friends as soos as Spring comes!

Built from Plan(s)
4x4 Truss Beam Table
Estimated Cost
CAD $250 = US $190
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
none
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Stocking Stand

Submitted by knoxadam on Tue, 12/01/2020 - 11:04

Thanks for the plans! Modified the scale, really happy with the results.

Built from Plan(s)
Stocking Stand
Estimated Cost
40
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Early American

Tryde Coffee Table

Tryde coffee table for the living room

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark Walnut Danish Oil
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Dining Table and Bench

Submitted by wthalin on Wed, 11/19/2014 - 08:17

Built this table for our dining room and made it larger than the plans to fit 10 people around it.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Rustic Table
Farmhouse Table - No Pocket Holes Plan
Farmhouse Bench - No Pocket Holes Version
Estimated Cost
$100-$150
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax Dark Walnut Stain with Polycrilic Gloss clear coat, Maguires Polishing Compound and Carnuba Wax used for shiny finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

wthalin

Thu, 01/19/2017 - 10:34

Dimmensions of the table are 96 x 42 for the top. For the bench I measured the inside of the legs and made it 4 inches shorter than that dimmension to make sure I have a couple of inches on each side to slide the bench in and out easily.

Dylan's Cabin

I found this on the Pottery Barn site for $ 3,000.  We wanted to make it for my grandson who had a lot of health issues.  We thought he would really enjoy it.  We made it around a full size bed & I really think it looks just like P.B's. !!!

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

Farm house table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 12/07/2020 - 21:12

I used Anna's plan as a guide nut put my own spin on it. All mitered corners and added Coyote shilloute's. This for our southwest home.

Estimated Cost
400.00
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Epoxy resin on tops and water based poly on rest.
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced

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Mimi Storage Bench

Submitted by jbhvbc on Fri, 01/25/2013 - 15:29

We have a pretty small place and not a lot of room for our sewing/crafting stuff. We would leave our machines by our piano, on the floor, every time we brought them down stairs. We needed a better way to store them and this was the perfect solution, and it added a few more seats in our little family room. I build the bench with a one-piece top and added a removable tray for the cords.

Built from Plan(s)
Mimi's Entryway Storage Bench
Estimated Cost
120
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Valspar paint in "Guacamole" and the inset panels were covered with interface backed cotton material mounted to plywood.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Loft-style stand

Submitted by Dr.Master on Sat, 11/22/2014 - 13:01

Maked for weekend:)

Estimated Cost
less 50 USD
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
oak-style stain for wood
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Console table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 02/26/2017 - 09:38

we made this for our friends for a housewarming gift. Will definitely make again!

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Console Table
Estimated Cost
140
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Kona
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

First Diy end table

Submitted by jhelton on Sat, 12/12/2020 - 13:58

First atttempt at distressed farmhouse end table.

Estimated Cost
$40
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
brown spray paint, white spray paint, walnut stain, poly urethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Rustic x coffee table

Submitted by Jodie on Sun, 01/27/2013 - 08:34

This was a fun weekend project!

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Coffee Table
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

nkfuller09

Wed, 10/29/2014 - 13:28

Hey great job! Just wondering if you used 2x6 for the bottom as well and if the table ended up being very heavy due to it? Thanks :)

Joy Marquee

Submitted by blcrandall on Tue, 11/25/2014 - 23:14

Joy Marquee from Home Depot builders' workshop.

Built from Plan(s)
JOY Marquee Sign from Home Depot DIH Workshop
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Comments

Floating media cabinet

Submitted by Chriss45 on Tue, 02/28/2017 - 18:29

I felt a floating cabinet would make the room more spacious and wanted to showcase my brick wall so I designed and built this media cabinet.

Estimated Cost
300 dollars
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
I stained the plywood with walnut then finished with a satin poly. I lightly sanded the reclaimed barn wood the applied satin poly. I purchased the barn door hardware off Amazon.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Barn door bookcase

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 07:07

This was based of Ana’s barn door bookcase and was exactly what my mom needed to hide her grandkid’s toys while she’s not watching them. Thanks for the idea!

Built from Plan(s)
Barn Door Bookcase
Finish Used
Pratt & Lambert Aquanamel semi-gloss in Valspar’s Timber Green, and semi-gloss polycrylic on the oak shelves and top (no stain, I liked the natural oak color).
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Tryde Coffee Table

Submitted by BFischer on Thu, 11/27/2014 - 22:01

This was built using redwood 2x6 planks trimmed on the edges to square them off and get them to 5" each. I used kiln dried redwood 4x4's as well. The redwood was a bit more pricey BUT it is far lighter than pine and the boards and grain are of a higher quality. The planks were put together with 6 dowels on either side along with glue and big cabinet clamps. The top was also attached to the base with a dowel every 12". I sanded to expose/raise the grain on purpose and give it a hand scraped look. I went two tone on the piece to match my dining set I did. The top is Jacobean and the bottom is Annie Sloan old white chalk paint. The piece is designed to getter better with age ;)

Estimated Cost
$60
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Jacobean and rustoleum satin clear poly
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Pallot Crib

Recycled Pallot crib (extremely heavy)

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Unfinished
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced