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Farm House Table

Submitted by tedwarm on Fri, 05/29/2015 - 05:50

I used local Colorado beetle killed pine. I based the table on Anna's Farm House Table plans. I used the bread ends to create pull outs for 11 inch extensions on each end.

Estimated Cost
$350, not counting the planer that burned out during the milling of the wood.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
seven layers satin wipe on poly, two layers finish wax using steel wool
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Last minute Christmases gift. Bunny hutch.

Submitted by jlsomers on Sat, 12/23/2017 - 14:27

Thank you Ana for the plans. Our daughters dolls needed some pets and this project was the perfect home for her New bunnies!  I can't wait for her to open this gift Christmas morning. 

Estimated Cost
Used all scrap wood
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

4 in 1 Entrepreneur Stand

Submitted by jkjackson on Thu, 12/23/2021 - 19:55

I LOVE the hot cocoa stand but wanted to make it “year round”. So I also created accessories for lemonade, fireworks and snow cone stands. The signs are reversible. They are made of metal and attach with magnets. The banners also attach with magnets. There are hot cocoas, gingerbread cookies, peppermints, lemonades, iced cookies, a cake plate, fireworks, smoke bombs, bottle rockets, sparklers, snow cones and a snow cone holder that flips over to become a crate.

Blog Link
Kick Can’t to the Curb
Built from Plan(s)
18" Doll Beverage Stand - for American Girl or My Life Dolls

Comments

Side Table with Pallet Top

I wanted to make a custom sized side table to fit just right between our two recliners. And I really wanted to make use of some pallet scraps. So I built this frame the same as Ana's plan (adjusting for my size), and then came up with a layout for the top to make use of my small 15 inch pieces of pallet wood.

Built from Plan(s)
Tryed Side Table
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
I screwed the top on, filled the holes, sanded like a mad woman, and stained with a gel stain. I then applied two coats of shellac. It accidentally purchased the shellac but I really like the way that it turned out and it has held up quite well so far!
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Cedar Table/Stool

Made with western red cedar from Lowes. So pretty!

Built from Plan(s)
Adirondack Stool or End Table
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
none
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Comments

KennyBoy

Wed, 08/21/2019 - 09:00

Did you use any kind of finish on the cedar? I’m making one as an indoor end table. 

What grit sand paper did you use? 

Looks great by the way. Excellent job!

Bunk Bed plans

Submitted by mgibson on Tue, 06/02/2015 - 13:23

Easy project for making bunk beds. Plan was very easy to follow!

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Love these end tables!

Submitted by TheMrsS on Wed, 12/27/2017 - 22:48

I loved this project! I had been wanting a new set of end tables for a while and I came across these plans and was in love! I altered them just a smidge by raising the bottom shelf a little so I could fit a vaccuum/broom under it more easily, but other than that I left it as is! For the decorative hardware, I used L brackets and large upholstery nails/tacks...you can find them in most craft stores...I picked mine up at Hobby Lobby.

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X End Table
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I used a coat of pickling stain, and then a watered down latex paint to 'wash' over it to give the finish a subtle layered effect. I used Varathane Matte Poly on top.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Queen Platform Storage Beds

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 13:01

My husband and I made two Queen Platform Storage Beds for our "Carriage House" apartment. They are a beautiful and functional upgrade! Thank you Ana for sharing your plans!

Built from Plan(s)
Teen Platform Bed with Side Storage

Comments

Single Simple Modern Outdoor Lounger

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 04/22/2011 - 12:18

Modified the double lounger plans into 2 single loungers. I liked the idea of the boards running the long way rather than from side to side like the single lounger plan. These were pretty easy to build. All assembled with a Kreg for hidden screws. Made with Sanded and super polyurethaned cedar (3 or 4 coats). turned out beautiful with the matching boards running from head to toe!

Blog Link
Usonian Automatic
Built from Plan(s)
Modern Double Outdoor Chaise Lounger
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Multiple coats of polyurethane with sanding between each coat.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

Rustic X console

Submitted by dsteinberg on Mon, 06/24/2013 - 06:55

This was my first project from ana white. Thank you for making such great and easy to follow plans! I will be making the matching coffee table next!

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Console Table
Estimated Cost
120
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
- brushed on black tea
- Stained with steal wool #0000 dissolved in vinegar for 3 days.
- Sealed 3 times with Vermont Natural Coatings wipe on polywhey satin

Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Sypher2109

Mon, 07/08/2013 - 10:16

Was the color of the table brown like that after just the oxidation process or did it turn brown like that because of the Vermont Natural Coatings Polywhey?

The reason I ask is we're trying to decide between the wax finish, which we love, or the more protective and durable PolyWhey.

dsteinberg

Mon, 08/12/2013 - 12:43

Sorry for the late reply. I hope this advice is still useful for you. I figured I would have got an email if someone replied to my brag post. I just changed my settings so I will get emails in the future.

After the oxidation process It was a fairly dark brown. At this stage the colouring was not even everywhere so I used 220 grit sandpaper on a sanding block to lighten the colour and even it out. I sanded fairly lightly. After applying the Polywhey the colour did not change much. It is hard to describe as I am not a very artistic person, but it definitely made the colour richer and more pleasing to the eye after applying the Polywhey. As for the Polywhey, it is oderless and very quick and easy to apply. I put on 3 coats. I hope that helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.

Kitchen Table

Submitted by dcdorey on Sat, 06/06/2015 - 10:32

Simple farmhouse table

Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Rustic x side table

Submitted by Nellie1217 on Sat, 12/30/2017 - 08:38

It was a fun and easy build. I did the oxidation finish for the first time on this project and am really happy with how it turned out. I also added washers to the lag screws on the legs to make it stand out a little more. 

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X End Table
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
First I applied a strong brew of black tea to the wood let that dry then went over it with the Vinegar/steel wool oxidation treatment. Let it dry for 24 hours then sanded it to give it a more rustic look. Then I Top coated it with a flat finish poly.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Shou Sugi Ban (Yakisugi) Cornhole Boards

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 14:48

I'm James Farquhar, designer, and fabricator. This is the second set of cornhole boards I built this year. This set is the regulation size of 48" x 24" according to the American Cornhole Association. It is made from fir 2 x 4 s and pine 1 x 4 s (6 per board). Each board is glued with Titebond II and countersunk Torx top screws (#8 1-1/2 inches). It is coated with Minwax polyacrylic (8 layers sprayed on) and Howard's bee's wax (3 layers). The boards are secured with 3-inch toggle latches in pairs. Kayak carrying handles with four screw ports; I used the same Torx Screws I used to put the boards together, extra for strength. The total weight of the boards is 60 pounds. I used a Texas Flame Thrower to Shou Sugi Ban (Yakisugi), as a finish.

Built from Plan(s)
Easiest Corn Hole Board Plans with Free Printable PDF

Comments

Library Cart - First Build

This is my first build from ana-white.com and it was a success. I am glad that I started out with a beginner project as my carpentry skills were a bit rusty but eventually everything came back to me, the step by step plans certainly helped! According to my daughter, I am the best mom ever!

The dragonfly/butterflies I found at Hobby Lobby for 67 cents a piece, what a steal!

Built from Plan(s)
1x12 Library Book Cart
Estimated Cost
$30.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Ultra White Satin Finish
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Farmhouse Table

Submitted by JeremiahT on Tue, 06/25/2013 - 18:55

Table was built using refinished tops from an old table/bench set. Cedar was used for the base of the table and benches. Also created two half-size benches that can be used to add seating at the table, or moved to the living room when additional seating is needed there. Finished with mahogany stain and several coats of clear gloss polyurethane.

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax in " Mahogany" and clear gloss poly also by Minwax
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Art cart

Submitted by Ericagrace on Mon, 01/01/2018 - 14:36

Art cart!

i used furniture glide feet instead of wheels. I put the plexi on hinges. All scrap materials except for hinges. 

Built from Plan(s)
Art Cart Underbed
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Turntable Console

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 12/26/2021 - 16:00

Hi Ana and family,
A couple of months ago I contacted you to see if you had a video on how to build a Turntable/media console out of 2x4s with a picture for inspiration. I did get feedback and it really helped. Thank you so much for always being available to help.

Comments

My new yellow cubby shelf

Submitted by kylihoot on Sun, 05/01/2011 - 11:59

Totally lovin' my new cubby shelf. I painted it bright yellow, but I may paint it a more nuetral color after noticing it does not math anything haha! This is a super sturdy shelf...LOVE IT! Thanks ANA!

Built from Plan(s)
6 Cube Organizer
Estimated Cost
$30
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Primer and Satin Paint. I sanded it with 120 grit, then primed and painted with two coats each.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Adirondack Table/Stool

Submitted by Geoffrey on Thu, 06/27/2013 - 12:16

I built this using scrap 2x2s and 1x4s that I ripped down to the appropriate sizes. Also instead of using pocket holes I counter sunk the screws and filled with wood filler.

Built from Plan(s)
Adirondack Stool or End Table
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Painter's Choice key lime
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Tryde Coffee Table Variation

Upgraded the original to fit the style of our living room. Just a few dollars more in wood. Changed the frame setup as well.

Very busy so I only have time to do a little bit at a time so I have no real idea how long it really took to build. All I know is the finishing took the longest: 2 coats black painted lower with 2 coats stain on the (custom color) and 2 coats polyurethane on the top piece.

Built from Plan(s)
Tryde Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
$103
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Min wax Jacobean and red stain mix. Polyurethane topped.
Black paint on lower.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate