Nesting Grill Station
Nesting Grill Station
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Twin Farmhouse Bed
My daughter learned to climb out of her crib so we rushed to the furniture stores to find her a bed. I was very disappointed in the quality we found. I had this project in the back of my mind but didn't know how quickly I could get it done. It was really quite easy and we got her in her new bed in no time! She loves it and I think it was better than anything we saw in a store and way less expensive!! I even made the quilt for her.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I used ProClassic Interior acrylic latex paint in gloss from Sherman Williams (as noted in another brag post). Using a mini roller saved a lot of time with the finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Comments
King Sized Hailey Bed - Customized
I took these plans (http://ana-white.com/2012/01/plans/hailey-platform-bed) and adjusted the size for a king size bed. I beefed up the sides with 2x10's instead of 2x6's and extended the trim to 1x4's instead of 1x3's.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
two coats of MinWax Dark Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Washer/Dryer Pedestals with slight modifications
I similarly was looking for something to store laundry baskets underneath and didn't want to shell out $500+ for pedestals that were less functional. Without being particularly handy, this was a relatively easy DIY project that turned out great. Adding the baseboard trim made a big different in the overall look and the dark paint to match our cabinets helped in pulling it all together. We made the height 12" (instead of 11") for the storage component and cut the width by 2 inches to allow room for the baseboard trim to wrap around the side. Otherwise it was built the same as the original design without the extra trim.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
~$200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Personalized Porch Swing
When I got it all put together it just seemed to be missing something,so I went back and routed the name of the name of the bnb that I made it for.It was still missing character so I took the torch to it and finally stained it.I think it has character now maybe?
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$85
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Golden Oak Stain ,Torch Charred and Gloss Polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Big Kid Picnic Table
After I saw the bigger kid picnic table, I knew I HAD to make this ! I did change the measurements slightly, but I don't recall how now (I made this a year ago).
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$40 CDN
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Texas Adirondack Chair
With a little project oversight, my son built and painted this chair which went on to win 1st place in his division at the local 4-H show!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$20.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Exterior latex paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Good ol kitchen island
I saw the plans for this project and decided I wanted to do something of the sort. I tweaked the plans a bit and made it longer and took out the drawer. My favorite part about it is Annie sloans chalk paint. Look into it, it's great stuff.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
200$
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Polyurethane, Annie Sloan waxing paint, cherry stain. To get the rustic color Google Annie Sloan, she has a ton of YouTube videos.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Large Porch Bench
I used untreated pine for this project and painted with benjamin moore exterior paint.
I modified the back a little and I love how it turned out. I also added an extra brace against the back of each leg that fits under the seat for more support.
Very easy to build. I love the plan.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
75
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Black exterior paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Standing Art Desk with Storage
We modified the size slightly and separated the drawers so I can sit or stand at it in my art studio.
Suzanne E
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Apothecary Console With Storage Doors
This console features the style of the Apothecary Console and the functionality of the Console with DVD Storage Doors. I drew my own my plans by combining Ana's plans for the Apothecary Console and the Console with DVD Storage Doors. You can view my plans by visiting my blog at www.2crafty4myskirt.blogspot.com or by clicking the plan link below.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Paint - Antique White
Stain - Minwax Early American
Stain - Minwax Early American
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Sat, 03/17/2012 - 19:50
Really cool
That's a really awesome cabinet. I love the look of the apothecary, and wouldn't have thought to design the doors like that for the added storage.
Sun, 03/18/2012 - 02:30
Beautiful!
Really like this build. Just wanted to let you know there are a couple of mixed up letters in your blog address at the very beginning of the post...so it sends you to a different site.
Adore the cabinet! Thanks for sharing.
Superhero Tower
When my 4 year old son perused the toy catalogs that came in the mail prior to X-mas, one thing was certain - he loved all the towers and buildings being advertised for action figures. However, I refused to buy one more plastic piece of junk that inevitably breaks after a couple of uses. When I found these plans, I knew they were perfect! My husband and I worked on this together, he's much steadier with our jig saw. I fitted my drill press with a hole cutter for the tops of the arched doorways. We added a rope swing and green paint to the original design. I had trouble knotting the twine for the ladder at even intervals so I used some cylindrical wooden beads I found from an old necklace to use as spacers. It doesn't close up as tightly as we'd like, but we can still get the clasp closed. I decoupaged some of the inner walls with scrapbook paper for fun scenes: maps, brick walls, pebbles, bark, and forest. It was a fun project for us and it's been fun watching him! He has played with this tower nearly every day since he opened it up X-mas morning!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoleum spray paint and primer, paper was decoupaged with Mod Podge, everything was then covered with a Rustoleum clear coat.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
handcrafted amish style side table
Handcrafted amish side table. Easy to do
Estimated Cost
$25.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Provincall stain and black satin paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Rustic End Table without the X
I built this for my son's first apartment to match the Rustic X Coffee Table I built. His living room is small so I needed to make a narrower version of the end table. Because of this, I decided to not build the "X". It turned out great! Thanks Ana!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$45
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark walnut stain, then a coat of satin wipe on polyurethane to seal it
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Reclaimed Wood Potting Bench
Loved your simple plan! I had 8x2 boards from our pergola we tore down and they worked great!! Thanks for sharing the plans.
Backyard Therapy
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King size Storage Bed - Highly Modified
In an effort to gain some space in our home, I decided to build up. The Bed is tall (not a problem for us) but not too tall. The added heigh allowed for an extra 2 LARGE drawers on each side and an additional storage space we refer to as the "cubby." This last space has a pop open latch insted of a drawer due to the side table above them. The cabinets at the foot of the bed have the same pop open latch system and house 4 large laundry bins.
The bed feels incredibly solid and I've already had several compliments from friends. One of the best came from a rather neat and organized contractor friend of ours who's home decor is wonderful. He asked where I bought it. My response: Lowes , in a pile of lumber :)
The time it took to build this was months, due to only working a night or two a week after my toddler went to bed. It could easily be week project.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
less than 700
Finish Used
Chocolate Brown paint with Polyacryllic over.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Mon, 03/19/2012 - 17:33
Absolutely stunning!
This is wonderful. You created practical beauty. Great job!
Wed, 03/21/2012 - 14:35
Measurements...
I did...
But today is my first chance to start playing with sketchup. I'll see if I can put those together for you. In the meantime. Here's some numbers to look at. Remember, the bed is TALL, but my wife and I are both around 6 feet.
Each side cabinet is 60 inches wide by 20.5 deep by 22.5 tall (to the platform itself). The entire bed is 77.25 wide at the base, with trim.
Mon, 09/07/2015 - 10:30
Platfrom Bed
First of all......
Amazing work!!! This is exactly what I am looking for to make for my daughters BDay. She has a small bedroom. I have never been afraid to take on a new project. Saying that I will be having the lumber company cut all the pieces for me. It will house all her clothes/shoes and hamper.
Please tell me that you have the dimensions for this platfrom bed.
Sat, 04/30/2016 - 22:05
Measurements
Great job. Do you have the measurements for this bed. If so can you email them to me, [email protected]. Thanks
Wed, 04/18/2012 - 10:36
thank you
Thanks HK
Having the laundry hampers on all sides is quite doable. Email me if you want [email protected] and let me know what types of hampers you are thinking...how many... do you need doors... how tall...what materials you want to use and what size bed. I can help you with the design/modification.
Thu, 06/28/2012 - 14:05
Absolutely gorgeous!
I love the modifications you have made! I want my husband to make me this same bed that you have done. With our 3rd baby arriving in 2 months I really need the space that our clothes are currently occupying. Have you been able to make up plans for this bed? If not, do you have a list of measurements and supplies needed to make this?
Mon, 07/16/2012 - 21:12
Awesome Storage Bed!
Hey BJ,
This is the other BJ (or as Greta would term it, "chick BJ")! I was looking at this site, and saw a picture of the bed you made, with the caption "BJ D made this." So I clicked on it, and it showed a picture of you, and I was like, "Hey, I know that guy! That's the guy that married my best friend! And that's their daughter! Wow, small world!"
Anyway, I was thoroughly amused, and also, I really like the modifications you made on the bed. I'm totally stealing some of your ideas when we make our new bed frame!
-BJ
Fri, 04/18/2014 - 15:18
Sketches
Hi, I emailed you, but just in case you don't still have that email or it doesn't go through to you. Did you ever make plans for your modifications? If so, I would love to see them. My email is [email protected]
Thank you!
Rustic Bookshelf with Door
Our second project after successfully creating the X coffee table. I used 1 x 4's both for the back and the door that I added.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Vinegar and wire wool oxidisation achieved by applying 24 hrs after the application of strong tea.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Grandy Sliding Door Console
I used the plans here and the hardware plans that are linked in the comments (with the 1-1/2 inch pulleys). In retrospect, it wasn't that hard, although I built it up to be so since I was doing so many things for the first time, including cutting and drilling metal. With the right blades and drill bits, it was a breeze. This took me a few months to actually finish, but if I were to do it again start to finish, I'd say one person could do it in 3-4 days. I got the reclaimed barnwood from a local salvage place. I used the tea/steel wool/vinegar stain for the top and regular paint for the body. Total cost was somewhere in the low $200's. I absolutely love it and am so grateful that a site like this exists! Thank you!!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
Sat, 04/02/2016 - 16:02
Beautiful!
You did an amazing job! It looks beautiful! Also love the dog wall!!! :))) Can you email me the instructions on how to make the hardware at [email protected] or post them?
Mon, 04/04/2016 - 07:12
Thank you! I followed the
Thank you! I followed the instructions found here:
http://thatsmyletter.blogspot.com/2014/10/s-is-for-sliding-door-console.html
I used a sawzall with a blade for metal to cut those pieces. I also found pulleys that had a removable pin that released the wheel, so I didn't have to cut those apart. Overall, the process was not terribly painful :)
Barn Door Console
Built from plans on this website, with some modifications.
i used 8-ft x 16-in x 3/4-in edge-glued boards from Lowe’s for the shelves. Instead of cutting the boards to length, I widened the console slightly to accommodate.
I added an extra shelf to increase storage. I also added vertical dividers between the shelves to increase strength and prevent sagging.
The top is an 8-ft x 20-in edge-glued board with a piece of 1x4 board added on at each end. I then added strips of 1x2 underneath on all sides to create an overhang. The top is not fastened on with screws or any other fasteners. Its weight keeps it in place, and being removable will make it easier to move the console, if necessary, in the future.
I couldn’t find a commercial stain that had the “red barn” look I wanted, so I used latex paint thinned with an approximately equal amount of water.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
The red stain is Sherman Williams “Sun-Dried Tomato” thinned with an approximately equal amount of water. The white wash on the trim is Valspar “Navaho White”, thinned the same way.
The top is painted with three coats of Sherman Williams “Caviar” (not thinned).
For a protective finish, I used four coats of Minwax Wipe-on Water-based Polycrilic on the top. I decided I didn’t like the wipe-on poly, though — wiping it on was too messy on my hands — so I switched to brush-on for the rest of the project. That received three coats in critical areas, two coats in places unlikely to see much wear.
The top is painted with three coats of Sherman Williams “Caviar” (not thinned).
For a protective finish, I used four coats of Minwax Wipe-on Water-based Polycrilic on the top. I decided I didn’t like the wipe-on poly, though — wiping it on was too messy on my hands — so I switched to brush-on for the rest of the project. That received three coats in critical areas, two coats in places unlikely to see much wear.
Farmhouse Bed
We made this as a surprise for our son. It turned out beautiful! We used cedar 4x4s for the corner posts and pine for the remainder. Thanks Ana!
Patty W.
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