This was my first project, so it took me a while to make since I had to figure out what I was doing. But, it was so much fun and I'm excited to make more!
I designed and built these beds with the help of my husband and daughter. We spent about $350 on the materials and about 4 days in the Texas heat to build it. My kiddos absolutely love them, especially my 7yr. old. His is the loft bed with a ladder system and a bookshelf, and area to play underneath. The bunk bed is for my 18yr. old and my 14yr. old, so it had to be extra sturdy. We built everything out of 2x6s except the bookshelf. It was built from 1x12s and plywood.
We made this storage bed for our teenage daughter. She helped! She picked out the stain, comforter, and went through different plans with me to make it her own. She learned how to use a miter saw, sander, etc. and it was a great bonding experience. It's a few different plans, and we had to make modifications, but it is immensely better quality than store bought furniture we purchased a few years ago (it's falling apart!) and it has sentimental value. We are proud of the furniture, but even more proud of our daughter. :-)
Made our own twist on the leaning ladder shelf. Turn the side boards of the selves around, causing the shelves to looks like thick boards.
Absolutely love how this double dog kennel turned out!!!
This was a super easy and quick project. I actually lengthened it to 36 inches. I can't decide whether I need two ledges or not, but it won't take long if I need another one! My only suggestion- VERY straight boards are a must!
I bought two sets of Restoration Hardware cushions on clearance and they worked out great. I had to adjust the measurements a little bit but that went pretty quickly. I came up with a plan for the tables to match the couches.
The tables are both 30x30. This way I can use them as 2 tables, one large table, ottomans or seating.
I LOVE the cushions. They are 6.5 inches thick and were dry 3 hrs after a rainstorm. There was no way I could have sewn something cheaper.
Thanks for the plans Ana!
One of the most rewarding, yet frustrating projects done to date.
A project completed over the course of several weeks challenging the limited tool set available.
In the end, the cost of new tools and frustration of assembly was all worth it!
Girls table was too small, especially when they have friends over. We have a little nook that this will slide right into in the living/dining room. The bottom has drawers, they just were not completed when i took the pictures.
I built this over the weekend for my wife. Used white caulk paint for the bottom and walnut stain and polyurethane on the top.
I built a smaller version..THank you so much Ana for the plan. This one is only 2 ft tall and 22.5 inches wide..Perfect size for my 2 year old.
I added a hook to hang my daughter's doodle and on the other side, I added an aluminum tin(wrapped in a scrapbook paper sealed with mod podge) so she can put her magnetic letters/numbers on there. Added this little crayon holder as well. :-)
I've been looking for a storage solution for the area next to the driveway we use as our main entrance. The area opens to the kitchen, dining, and living rooms. We had a computer desk here, but it just ended up piled with junk all the time and backpacks and jackets ended up on the floor.
I fell in love with the smiling mud room plans as soon as I saw them, but it took a while to convince my husband we should try to build it. I used the Smiling Mud Room plans and modified to add the computer desk section since we couldn't move our internet cable. It didn't have to be really big since we don't use the desktop computer very often.
I still need to find baskets for the shelves and I'm planning to make a fabric skirt to cover the computer and cords. My kids already got out their old backpacks to test it out, so hopefully they'll use it!
We bought the Kreg jig as recommended and now my husband is planning lots of new projects just so he can use it.
I modified the Rustic X plans by removing the X's on the sides and using 1x3in slats on the shelf. They were made for a beach condo so I wanted a more open look. I wanted a white washed finish and after trying several ideas from the internet I came up with this process: First, I used rags to rub on Minwax Special Walnut stain as lightly as I could. Second, I diluted latex satin white paint, at least 50-50, and brushed it on a small area and immediately wiped it off with a clean rag. I used Minwax Polycrylic as my protective layer.
Mon, 07/20/2015 - 14:57
The Rustix X plans use the hidden pocket screws using the Kreg Jig tool. It really makes a strong joint. All the hidden pockets are on the underside of the trim pieces. The top and slats are screwed on with normal wood screws, again from the underside.
Followed Ana's plans as directed but made the headboard four inches shorter by shortening the legs only on the headboard. We used low profile boxsprings (2 twin XL @ 5 inches thick) and king size memory foam mattress which was 10 inches high. The clearance at the bottom of the side rails is 6 and one half inches high. Total cost of lumbar was about $300. We had stain on hand. Kreg jig screws brings the total to about $315.
Another great tutorial and project done. Thanks Ana
When I first found Ana's site, I fell in love with this project. I knew it was one I had to 'work up to'. I got a few projects under my belt and then I tackled this one. I am so pleased with how it turned out. No, it isn't perfect...but I made it :) Thanks for the great plans and inspiration Ana!!!
This projected turned out great! I admit, it was a bit of a stretch for me. This was the first project where I had to use the Kreg jig. Yikes! That takes some time getting used to! I chose to stain my Kennell/End Table with Minwax Red Elm. And that took the longest! Everyone always makes it look easy to stain something, I still haven't gotten the complete hang of it after project 50, and the waiting between coats is for the birds. But, I am happy with the overall end product! Thanks Mrs. Ana White!
Thu, 07/18/2013 - 08:48
Hi YankeeBelle,
I used the plans for the "Large Wood Pet Kennel End Table." If you chose to do this project, beware that the cut sheet does not include all of the plywood cuts. There should be two identical for the sides, and one additional one for the back.
Thanks again!
My neighbours had noticed the things I build and asked if I could build them a nice bench. I had some very nice pieces laying around that I thought would be amazing to laminate for the top. After completing the top which was alot of elbow grease, I needed to build the base. I cannot for the life of me find the link, but I know it was from Shanty Chic. It is absolutely beautiful, one of my best pieces of work.
Tue, 07/21/2015 - 09:42
It looks like a recent post from Ana's site: http://ana-white.com/2015/07/free_plans/2x4-truss-benches-alaska-lake-cabin
Mon, 02/20/2017 - 08:12
I don't remember which plan I got the base from, but the top is of my own design, and I spend awhile figuring out what kind of base I wanted, but it is suppose to be representative of an old design from Pottery Barn, was built for some friends that needed something heavy duty.
Got a piano for free that has no bench with it. When I started looking up dimensions, I realized traditional benches are a little short if you want to sit and play with someone else. The size of this plan works perfectly and can store music. Best part is that if we ever get rid of the piano, we will have a nice entryway bench.
I modified the simple potting bench into 3 components. The potting bench, a place for seedlings and a sink.
We get a ton of rain up here in the mountains of Puerto Rico. So much so that it tends to drown seedlings if they aren't covered. So I took the Simple 2x4 Potting Bench plans and modified them to fit the space I had picked out for the project. Since we get so much rain I wanted to collect it. So I added a clear pvc roof and with a gutter made with pvc pipe which flows into a 27 gallon storage container. This disperses into the sink. There is a bucket under the sink to collect the water.
Note: I had to add a 2x4 support under each shelf. I made the two big shelves a little longer so it needed it to support the 1x4s.
I am an avid gardener so I should have given myself this gift after years of not having any level/proper space to work.
Tue, 03/15/2022 - 09:34
Thank you for sharing your wonderful project, looks great and super functional!
My husband and I built this custom desk adapted from the "X-Table," in celebration of his PhD program acceptance!
