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Rustic X Coffee Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 08/29/2020 - 08:17

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)
Rustic X Coffee Table
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.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Potting Bench for Every Season

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 08/22/2024 - 09:07

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

Blog Link
itsme_christyb
Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Potting Bench
Seasonal And Holiday
Christmas Decor
Fall
Spring
Summer

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

Drew N Heidi 07

Sun, 08/31/2014 - 03:39

My husband worked very hard on the design and building of this. I couldn't be more pleased! This was definitely Drew's build for the nursery. The rest of the projects were done together. :-)

booksnotbombs

Sun, 08/31/2014 - 12:51

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.

Drew N Heidi 07

Mon, 09/01/2014 - 16:12

Knowing he is an engineer does help me feel better about safety, but I sat on it before the final rail was installed for good measure! If it can hold a 8 month pregnant lady, pretty sure it will be safe for our baby girl! Thank you!

Girls Twin Beds

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 12/18/2016 - 13:44

Easy to make thank you for the plans.

Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Small cedar shed part- re deux

Submitted by Kyleelou on Mon, 08/31/2020 - 12:06

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)
Small Cedar Shed
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

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 08/26/2024 - 10:16

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)
Farmhouse Table - Updated Pocket Hole Plans

Ledges built for our travel photos

Submitted by MsMonet on Fri, 11/16/2012 - 07:50

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

keirabride

Wed, 11/06/2013 - 06:30

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/

vanessa00

Wed, 10/30/2024 - 07:41

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

Submitted by lervy on Tue, 09/02/2014 - 08:03

TV Toy Armoire 3/4 size

Built from Plan(s)
Toy or TV Armoire
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Ronseal Walnut Stain
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.

Blog Link
https://www.facebook.com/TinaPalermowoodfurniture
Built from Plan(s)
Ultimate Roll Away Workbench with Miter Saw Stand
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
primer

Kids Storage Step Stool

Submitted by Kast on Fri, 09/05/2014 - 13:21

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)
Kid's Storage Step Stool
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

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 12/25/2016 - 15:02

Built this for about $16! Fun wonderful project! Thanks Ana

Built from Plan(s)
Wood Seesaw or Teeter Totter
Estimated Cost
$16
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Oil based outdoor paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmhouse hall tree

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 09/05/2020 - 20:06

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.

Blog Link
https://www.instagram.com/p/CEwaN6jHLKJ/?igshid=1juudfdqjithb
Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Hall Tree
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

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 09/06/2024 - 08:34

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)
Fancy X Farmhouse Table

My modified loft bed

Submitted by Mouse on Fri, 11/23/2012 - 21:13

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)
How to Build a Loft Bed
Under Loft Bed Tall Bookcase
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

spiceylg

Sat, 11/24/2012 - 03:48

What a great build! Love all of the mods and attention to detail! Was he beyond excited? I know, I would have been, ha!

spiceylg

Sat, 11/24/2012 - 03:50

What a great build! Love all of the mods and attention to detail! Was he beyond excited? I know, I would have been, ha!

Mouse

Sat, 11/24/2012 - 09:23

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!

bbygrl78

Sun, 03/08/2015 - 10:20

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.

Pallet hope chest

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 12/27/2016 - 15:12

This is a hope chest I made for my step daughter this Christmas it is made intirely out of pallet wood except for the frame which I used 1by4 by 8 pine board 

Estimated Cost
20.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Glossy polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Camp loft bed with animal zoo storage

I made the loft bed for my 6yr old back in March. This weekend we took care of another issue, stuffed animal storage. So I added 3/16 bungee cord I found on Amazon. I bought 100 foot spool and it was plenty. Also found on Amazon 50 count of the 1.6 inch eye screws and had 2 leftover. I had to add 3 boards to the existing bed to complete this project.

It took some practice to get the cord threaded the way I liked it. I wasn’t overly concerned with the cord going straight up and down but I knew I didn’t like the diagonal look. I also wanted the stuffed animals off the ground to prevent a spider haven.

We used a drill to start pilot holes for the eyelet screws 1 inch from the edge of the board at 4.5 inches apart. Then the kids used small screwdrivers to twist the screws in. It was a real hand saver.

I hope this motivated someone to take care of that stuffed animal storage for good!

Built from Plan(s)
Camp Loft Bed with Stair, Junior Height
Estimated Cost
$40
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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