Patio Cooler Box
Super fun and pretty easy to make!
Super fun and pretty easy to make!
This crate was designed as a shower gift for a grandma-to-be. It was made with solid plywood sides instead of slats but otherwise follows the plans. The top edges were banded to conceal the plywood. The stain used was Minwax oil-based semi-transparent in Classic Gray. The decals were cut on a Silhouette Cameo 4 and adhered to each long side after one coat of poly followed by two additional coats.
My family and I love fresh vegetables, so we decided to try this. It turned out so great!!! I have now purchased wood to build 3 more! I did modify the plan though, as I wanted a 4' X 8'.
Wed, 03/11/2015 - 13:50
Looks simple enough. However, I've not built anything, so I'll have to see
I loved this bed and started building it last summer. Most of my lumber was inexpensive (meaning somewhat warped with dings, knots, cracking, etc). Since I wanted a very clean and smooth look, I took a lot of time filling, sanding, filling, sanding, over and over in order to get it just right. I also like the paneling look on other beds I have seen, so I added 1x over each of the panel board seams.
For the frame, I built using 2x4 and then ran MDF strips across. With all of this wood, it is a very heavy and very sturdy (if we ever move, my wife says we are leaving it at the house).
These were great plans to work from and we love how the entire set turned out. We already had an outdoor table so we also built and replaced the top with one that matched the chairs. We spent more for outdoor fabric and marine grade foam for the cushions since they're exposed to weather, but the results were worth it.
Planters from Easy Build DIY Planter Box. Some modifications, but essentially direct from the plans. I used redwood fence pickets for the slats, finished the frame with an "ancient oak" stain and the faces with spar varnish diluted with paint thinner.
Fri, 09/10/2021 - 08:22
Beautiful build, love the look, thank you for sharing!
This was a cool first time project! Initially in my mind I thought, I'm going to make a doghouse! Eehh!...This was simple enough and fun! basic training and very useful! The cedar planter. I must admit, a few mistakes here and there, on my own account, but nevertheless, it looks great and it was an awesome project to get myself introduced to the basic tools and ways of measuring as well! I highly recommend this project for those who are new at this! This was my first time using the tools and first project. I loved it and can't wait to create something else!! I know I'll get better in time!
Tue, 04/30/2013 - 23:12
Congrats, what a great accomplishment! Beware, you are hooked!
Myself and my sister in laws are doing the same thing. Starting tomorrow 3 cedar planters and 2 benches! Can't wait because it is their first project too. I know they will love the challenge as well!
This was my biggest project to date. The hardest part was finishing it.
Mon, 03/23/2015 - 03:01
I liked this desk. how much would it cost for doing this? I am a writer at one of the and btw way work full time infront of my PC, wish to have a separate work room with well interior designed.
Made from the modified Ana White Rustic X-Console Table.
I made this console table to fit the length of my sons couch. It's about 6 foot long.
It was really easy to make. My only tip is to sand all your timber before assembling. Getting into the tight spots with a sander is quite difficult. I hae now made 4 of these tables and sanding first saves so much time and headaches. The other 3 I have made were painted white and had stained tops.
Wed, 09/09/2020 - 09:03
Plans
do you have the plans for this? i've been looking and looking for what i needed and this is it!!
Potting sink loosely based on the Simple 2x4 Potting Bench plan, using scraps I had on hand and an old kitchen sink. One of the uprights is warped, so I used a lattice back and curved outer brackets to detract from that. I was trying to keep this zero cost.
Tue, 09/21/2021 - 15:43
That turned out awesome, especially considering using what was on hand!
I love making thing for our son. i document most of it at http://madeatthisplace.blogspot.com.au/
Our son has a lot of Lego, especially fire engine Lego.
It was spread out everywhere and we needed to contain it.
This fire station playhouse was perfect.
I added a ramp so the cars and trucks could get up to the top level and garage doors on one side as our house is more like a garage then a fire station.
I used scrapbooking paper on the upper level walls and painted a H on the roof for the helicopter. (or in our case a plane).
Mon, 05/06/2013 - 04:31
Awesome job!!! I don't see much built for boys and this is just an awesome playset, I will defiantly be doing something like this for my grandson. I especial like that it's up off of the floor.
We had issues in Baby Goats' closet, which prompted a big closet re-do! Chose to use the plans for the Closet tower, and I LOVE it! You can read more about it here.
Followed the plans closely. Stained before assembly for the two color look.
This is my second build and I'm so pleased with how it turned out! I bought a Kreg Jig especially for this project, and I honestly don't know how I ever lived without it!
I'd been wanting a new console for our TV and this seemed perfect.
Fri, 08/02/2013 - 06:54
This looks awesome, I wasn't planning on building the console table to match my coffee table, but after seeing how yours turned out I might have to work on this next! I love the cool finish that you did!
Surprisingly simple. We used 4x4s for the diagonal supports because I prefered the look.
My husband and I built this on Sunday- I love how it turned out! The hardest part was finding cushions, and carrying it up a flight of stairs!
Wed, 06/05/2019 - 08:40
I am looking to build something very similar! I was wondering where you purchased your cushions they are beautiful!
Used scrap material from a new development near me. (Was given permission by developer). Liquid nails and Brad nailer used to assemble the 1x12’s. 1x2 and shoe moldings to clean up edges. Chalk and white paint to finish it up. I already had the coat rack so it literally cost me nothing to assemble.
I gave this one to my Dad to do. Of course he made some changes. But she loves her sand box and we love it too! Thought I would share some pictures of the construction after he brought the parts to our house. 400 pounds of sand later.
This was the first building project I completed by myself start to finish! I was able to use 2x4s we already had in the garage (sorry husband!) and some scrap wood for the few other pieces it required. The only thing I added to the plans was some trim for the front.
I built this last summer and since then the shelf on the very top has warped a bit. I would recommend adding extra support. It rains a lot here, and I think that contributed to it warping. Other than that, it has held up very well and the shelf can easily be fixed with some brackets.
Overall, this was a great first build for me! The plans were straightforward and easy to follow. And there's just nothing more rewarding than standing back at the end of a day of building and thinking, Hey I made that :)
Sat, 04/04/2015 - 14:15
Thank you!! I loved the red one in the plans and just had to have one of my own!