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Rustic Rope console table
We took the plan from Ana and instead of the wood X's on the sides, we changed it to rope. We stained it a dark brown so this just gave it some more dimension... we love it!!
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Miniwax gel stain in hickory, top coat was miniwax polyacrylic in satin so there wasn't a gloss or color change. Spray painted the hardware in a matte black dorm rustoleum.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Rustic X Coffee Table
This was the very first project that my husband and I have ever built and it came out exactly as planned. We followed the instructions exactly as written and I’m in love with this table.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Top: Varathane Kona gel stain (one coat) followed by three coats of MinWax Polycrylic
Bottom: Primed all of the knots first with BIN stain blocker (to prevent sap bleed through) and then did 2 coats of Bulls Eye 123 water based primer. Once the primer was dry, we painted with one coat of SW Bohemian Lace Latex Satin and topped with 3 coats of polycrylic.
Bottom: Primed all of the knots first with BIN stain blocker (to prevent sap bleed through) and then did 2 coats of Bulls Eye 123 water based primer. Once the primer was dry, we painted with one coat of SW Bohemian Lace Latex Satin and topped with 3 coats of polycrylic.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Potting Bench for Every Season
I wanted something with more height and room for decorating in addition to space for actually using it as a potting bench. I looked for ready-made online but nothing was exactly what I was looking for. I knew it was something we could build so I searched for free plans online. I love it because it has plenty of room for potting plants but also lots of space for decorating for the seasons and holidays. itsme_christyb
Built from Plan(s)
Seasonal And Holiday
Queen farmhouse bed
The farmhouse bed was the first project I tackled. Although it's far from perfect, learned so much and I love, love, love it!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Painted white
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Nursery Crib
The crib was our last build project for our daughter's cowgirl nursery. My husband knew he wanted to build the crib long before we knew we were pregnant.
As a mechanical design engineer, he found crib dimensions online that put together a design of what we wanted in CAD. We wanted the end panels to look like barn doors. We also wanted the slat sides to look like the metal on a horse stall. This gave us the overall look we wanted for our cowgirl room!
We also built together a side table, closet system, barm bookshelf, and dresser/changing table. I cannot take any credit for the crib. This was all my husband's work. Excited to bring our daughter home to her complete nursery soon!
Estimated Cost
$150 (red oak is pricey)
Finish Used
Light oak and hammered black spray paint for the slats
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced
Comments
Sat, 08/30/2014 - 20:57
I'm amazed!
Such a lovely, heartfelt build! It's beautiful, and bound to be an heirloom. Great job!
Sun, 08/31/2014 - 12:51
What a beautiful build. He
What a beautiful build. He did a great job, and you can sleep soundly knowing it is safe since he is an engineer! I also love the barn bookshelf in the background of the pics.
Small cedar shed part- re deux
I really needed somewhere to park my rototiller and mower during the summer and ended up modifying the plans to include a lean-too/over hang area. This required flipping the shed to extend the roof line. I continued the 15• roofline and also then had to create and cover the soffits. I also reduced it to one door and placed it on a skid foundation so that technically it would be considered a temporary structure, no permits needed. I first used a semi transparent stain that looked much darker and grayer in the store but looked very blue and terribly streaky on the shed, see back wall area. I then restrained it with a solid stain, which I think looks much better and covered the streaky stain. Because I extended the roof and stained it twice, this really increased the cost, but I think it was well worth it. I can store all my yard and garden tools underneath and inside.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$430
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Behr premium solid stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
DIY Farm Table
I followed the plans on this site, no modifications. I used all pine wood, sanded till silky smooth with a 120 grain sand paper and darkened with Varathane red oak stain and finished. This tuned out even better than I thought, have gotten multiple compliments on the table and just today I found the perfect chairs to go with it for the feel I was looking for. I had planned on an 8 seater table but the chairs are a bit wide to fit another, so if you are planning on using a similar style chair consider making you table longer.
All in all amazing plans!! Thank you Ana!
Claudia C. Lardizabal
Built from Plan(s)
Ledges built for our travel photos
Fastened together with Kreg screws, and glue. I chose to put the pocket holes on the inside and back so they wouldn't show on the bottom. This does make the ledge a little less deep. Easy project for a rainy day !
Estimated Cost
$25.00
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Painted one coat of quality Valspar semi-gloss in white, then distressed with chain and sandpaper. Finished off with coat of polyacrylic.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Comments
Wed, 11/06/2013 - 06:30
Plan clothing for your trip
Plan clothing for your trip so that everything can be worn together. This reduces the need to pack individual "outfits" and allows you to plan for the number of days you'll be traveling. If all of your clothes match, you don't have to worry about which are clean when you're doing laundry.
http://www.getbustours.com/
Wed, 10/30/2024 - 07:41
Decoration
These beautiful, minimalist photo ledges by Ana White are a fantastic way to showcase travel memories, adding a personal and stylish touch to any space. The straightforward DIY project is accessible and versatile, making it easy to adapt to different home styles. If you're inspired by travel and considering new adventures abroad, check out these Golden Visa options: https://getgoldenvisa.com/golden-visa-countries
3/4 size Armoire
TV Toy Armoire 3/4 size
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Ronseal Walnut Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
3 Drawer Open Console Table
I modified the 3 drawer open console table design to fit in a somewhat narrower space.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$250-$300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax classic grey stain with Minwax polycrylic sealant.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Work Bench and Carts
I finally finished my workbench this summer. I started the bench 2 years ago for my miter saw. Got busy with other builds, things for family, clients, etc. I still had most of the wood cut for the carts. Here it is in all its glory!!! Finally organization and I can actually park my car in my garage. Thanks Ana for all of your plans.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
primer
Built-in Fireplace Wall
My take on the shiplap fireplace. Also, the blanket ladder was inspired by plans here as well (I think). - Ryan C.
Built from Plan(s)
Kids Storage Step Stool
Purchase poplar wood from Home Depot, was unable to find all pieces of wood in pine. Cut according to plan, sanded, used kreg jig for joints, (forgot wood glue until last piece).
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
49$ in wood/supplies and about $15 in acrylic craft paint
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
White semigloss latex paint, acrylic craft paint colors, used microsoft word for letters (enlarged to size 200 and printed, took paper and either use pencil on opposite side or carbon paper, tape to stool, trace letters with pen). Used clear polyacrylic for topcoat.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Birthday seesaw
Built this for about $16! Fun wonderful project! Thanks Ana
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$16
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Oil based outdoor paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Farmhouse hall tree
I put my own twist on the Ana White “farmhouse hall tree”. I used 1- sheet of 1/2” project panel (4’x4’), 2 1x6x10’ boards and 3. 1x4x8’ boards. The bench was 3/4” hardwood plywood, trimmed out with scraps. I stained with a mix of briarsmoke and Kona.
The project panel was so easy to use. I bought this one at Menards.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
100
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Briarsmoke stain mixed with a third Kona. Polycrylic in satin
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Farmhouse Cooler Table
I built this table for a friend using 4x4s instead of the doubled 2x4s and incorporated built-in cooler tubs below. Finished with Varathane "Aged Barrel" stain and a few coats of spar varnish. - Ryan S
Built from Plan(s)
My modified loft bed
After building a small dinghy, and a slightly longer pirogue, I was ready to build something else. I was looking at another boat, but to save my marriage my lovely wife suggested something more... practical. So my summer project was a surprise loft bed for my 12 year old son. He was staying with his grandparents for most of the summer so I had a month or so to work on it. This was my first piece of furniture and I'm very proud of it.
I did modify the plans a bit. I added a shelf to use as a nightstand, because you need a place for your water bottle, book, tissues, etc.
I made the desktop significantly deeper so that it was more useable.
I moved the ladder to the end of the bed and made it wider.
I added a towel bar to one end.
I added a drawer under the desktop.
and lastly I put corkboard on the side of the bookcase.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
I think I spent about $350 for the whole project.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Two coats of Pecan stain, and four coats of spar varnish.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Comments
Sat, 11/24/2012 - 09:23
He loves it.
He was excited. It replaced one of those cheap metal loft beds you can buy at Wal-mart. The old bed was kind of wobbly and made creeky noises every time he moved. he loves having bookshelves and a nightstand. I'd have posted his exited face photo but I ran out of photo slots. =)
I also made him a locker to go with it. So there were no excuses for not hanging up his jacket.
I love this site!
Sun, 03/08/2015 - 10:20
beautiful
I am getting ready to build my 5 yr old a loft bed. I have been searching for a design I want to use and I would like to more or less use yours, if that's okay? I don't want to use one of the kids designs because I want it to grow with her. I want to add stairs and a higher banister. I'll probably paint it white or something.
Ladder shelf
First project, so fun!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Comments
booksnotbombs
Fri, 08/29/2014 - 07:18
It looks great! That finish
It looks great! That finish on top is beautiful. :)