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2x4 Bench
I found this plan on morelikehome.net and had to try it this was my first project in 20 years and I had so much fun building it. I am looking forward to building more in the future! Enjoy!
farmhouse queen
This was my second project. I built it with my hubs and we had a blast. We have a boxspring so we used 2x6s, but laid them flat. We also used 2x12s for the sides and instead of attatching the sides permanantly we used bed hooks that we ordered online to attatch the sides. 4x4s were impossible to find. We ended up buying treated ones and sanding them for ages.
Patio table
Modified some measurements and squared the legs. Also added LED lights under it for night mood setting.
Outdoor Bench with Table in Middle
My wife found these plans and asked me to build it for her. The finished project t is being very much used and enjoyed.
Jim Agigian
Corner Shelf
Fun to build
Classic Chair X 8, a poker room is born
Great, beefy chair with a rustic look around the poker table with side tables (another project that took longer than anticipated); the plans were great and easy to follow. I made a few modifications:
- Reduced the width from 19" to 16" to fit around the table.
- Made the seat out of 1x4's horizontally mounted with an extra support underneath. It helps to keep the cushions from sliding and I liked the look.
- Rather than pocket holes I counter-sunk and used oak plugs.
I did the whole thing assembly-line style creating "kits" as I went along. That allowed me to make jigs for each cut so things were reasonable close from chair to chair. Also, I only made one attempt at the jigsaw cut for the rear angle...the jigsaw got very upset. For the rest, I used the chop saw to make little slices and then chiseled and sanded.
Two coats of Danish Oil on everything gave me the look I was trying for, kind of the back-room-in-an-old-John-Wayne-cowboy-movie vibe. Leave your pistols at the bar.
The times and costs are per chair, the whole thing took a whole lot longer!
Hidden Desk
This is my favorite build so far!! Mines measure 52Wx30Hx14D. I use 11 3/4(1x12) strip plywood boards instead to fit our space.
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Outdoor Sofa & Coffee Table
This project took a while. Stained everything before assembly which made it easier. Plans are easy to follow. Thank you for making them available. Our property is starting to look a lot like your website.
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Mon, 08/02/2021 - 08:35
Joining method?
Looks amazing! What method did you use (pocket holes, dowels, deck screws, etc) to join the visible portions like the arms?
Reclaimed Wood Privacy Planter
Privacy planter
We needed something to block our neighbors dogs from charging the chain link fence and barking at us every time we were in our backyard. So, I made this with reclaimed 2x4s from our deck that I held onto. It’s 72” tall and 96” wide.
Horizontal 6 hole cubby
I really wanted a built in unit for toy storage for our kids toy room but truth be told couldn't afford what I wanted ie pretty and solid. So while searching on refinishing furniture I came across this site. Thanks a bunch Ana. You've inspired me to create things I didn't think possible, all on a modest budget - diy. This was my first woodworking project. It was actually easy to me because it follows the same principles as sewing in which the depth of the wood is like the seam allowance. I really liked the 6 cubby plan but wanted it horizontal. I had to replan this piece as the plan dimensions changed when I changed the orientation of it. I also added crown moulding (but this was kind of a ledger style that rested ontop of the 1x2 - they use it as a door headers). I initially intended to paint this white but decided that it would have got lost in the white wood panelling. (DH even commented that i was taking way to long on this project but after seeing the finished results said it looked amazing.) So I painted it a grey blue, distressed the edges and then used a stain that I bought from benjamin moore's mis-tint section for $5.00 which says it's a danish walnut based but seems to have a slight purple huge to it. thanks again Ana, its because of you I don't have to stare at a messy toyroom any longer!
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Bunk Bed Build!
I built this for my kids who are now having to share a room due to another baby on the way. These plans appealed to me because it's junior height and it had stairs instead of a ladder, both of which made the top bunk sleeper feel safer. It was my first furniture build but I do have quite a bit of building experience. I was pregnant but loved these plans and had to build it! I stained/painted each piece separately before assembling it. I also drew up my own stair plans so I could add more storage (it fits 18 cube storage bins!) and built it using 2x6s and 2x12s and galvanized steel pipes for a railing. I added a bottom bunk as well. Under the top bunk mattress, I stapled a $7 grey flat sheet, with the staples hiding, to cover up the 2x4s supporting the upper mattress. The kids love it! Thanks Anna for the inspiration!
Mini Firewood Shed
I made this using plans submitted by pericles49. Thank you, pericles49!
I altered the design to use materials I had laying around, and changed the size to fit my space. That made it take a little longer - especially because changing the fastening pattern is still tricky for me - trying to keep screws from hitting each other.
Design
I made mine a little deeper 27-1/2" instead of 24 on the plan.
Materials
- Landscape timbers I had laying around. To save on weight, and wood, I ripped a couple of the landscape timerbers down the middle.
- Roof - 5-V crimp tin roof
- 1x4 pine boards (2nds from other projects)
- 1x4 and 1x2 cyprus boards (2nds from a construction project)
What I'd do differently next time
- The weight of the firewood is resting on the screws that fasten the floor to the posts. Next time I'll make the wood support the weight, and the screws just hold it in place.
Turned Leg Coffee Table with Bottom Shelf
Made a coffee table for my sister from Anna’s plans - just made a couple modifications- turned out beautiful, thank you Anna! I love all your plans and have purchased and made several others that turned out perfect!
Arlene
Six Cube Bookshelf
I have been searching for something to replace my son's plastic Fisher Price bookshelf/toy box for some time now. He had so many books on the shelf it was sagging. I came across this plan and thought it was perfect. I love that the shelves are tall enough for his bigger books to stand up. I picked up three red totes at Target to hold his smaller toys on the bottom. This plan was easy to follow and I had no problem when putting together the frame of the bookshelf. I did however have some problems when it came time to put in the dividers for the shelves. They are not evenly spaced, but I don't think you can even tell. The best part is my son loves it and that is the most important. It is easy for him to go over and pick out a book whenever he wants.
My Pallet Bookshelf
I live in a small northern town that has very little choice for affordable furniture. After scouring kijiji for months I decided to make my own.
I was very happy with how my bookshelf turned out - using 2 pallets. I used wider shelves than this post said because my books won't fit on 4" shelves, and it was next to impossible to remove the pallet slats for re-use without splitting them. I used 4 - 6" and 2 - 8" shelves.
Power sander was my best friend.
Buying the shelving and stain cost me $20 for this project!
Washer & Dryer Pedestal
Good, sturdy pedestal is a nice addition to the laundry room.
I used the plans from Sausha’s Washer/Dryer Pedestals and added a pull out to place the laundry basket on.
Ladder Shelf DIY
Another one bites the dust. Made this out of Ana instructions for a ladder shelf. Like the way this turned out alot. Ana White knows whats up :)
Moulding Mantel headboard variation
This was my very first building project and I'm officially addicted! I made the headboard as a surprise for my husband while he was in Africa. I used a variation of moulding and am tickled by the outcome! I adjusted the plans to fit a king-sized bed.
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Sat, 10/20/2012 - 13:13
Spectacular!
Wow, this is so beautiful! You did an absolutely amazing job on this! Congratulations on a fab first project, it is prettier than any headboard I've seen in a store. :)
Joanne
In reply to Spectacular! by JoanneS
Fri, 10/26/2012 - 20:02
thanks Joanne! I'm so happy
thanks Joanne! I'm so happy with it and can't wait to start my next project!
In reply to Finish by 5 tator tots (not verified)
Fri, 10/26/2012 - 20:01
re: finish
Thanks for the compliment. I did a light sand between coats and then finished with a very light coat of polyurethane. I hope that helps a bit!
Wed, 02/26/2014 - 17:32
King size measurements
Looks Awesome!! Can I get the measurements and cut list or the king size please!
Wed, 02/26/2014 - 19:07
King size dimensions
I'm sorry I didn't keep the dimensions on the cut list. Basically you just need to add 16" to every piece that will run the length of your headboard. A standard queen bed is 60" wide whereas a standard king is 76". Hope this helps!
Thu, 02/27/2014 - 13:45
King Dimensions Cut List
2 – 2x6 @ 59 ¼”
2 – 2x6 @ 70"
2 – 2x2 @ 8 ½”
1 – 2x2 @ 84"
1 – 2x6 @ 84"
2 – 2x4 @ 3”
1 – 2x4 @ 87"
1 – 1x6 @ 89"
1 – ¼” plywood @ 72" x 22 ¾”
Sun, 10/05/2014 - 18:30
oh my gosh...this is so
oh my gosh...this is so beautiful! I want one just like it! I just might attempt it after I make my faux fireplace mantel :D
GREAT JOB!!!
Console table
My husband made one for me and we loved it so much that he made a second one that we sold just a few hours after it was finished.
He is now working on a set of console, coffee, and side tables; and later he will attempt to buil a round dinning table for our house... wish us luck!
First big build - workbench
This is my first big build and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out. There are a few things I would do different but its all a part of the learning process :-)
I cut the leg blockings down to 4" and added casters so I could move this around.
Legs + Skirtings ----> Behr Blue Endeavour Semi-gloss