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Kamado table

Submitted by lmarco191 on Sun, 05/16/2021 - 14:47

The table assembly was Inspired by farm table and workbench plans. It was built from construction grade untreated 4x4 and 2x6 and assembled using Kreg pocket screws and glue. Finish is semi-transparent wood stain. Rather heavy, the table have locking wheels to help move it. The lower shelf is used to store accessories.

The small kamado is just the right size for two people. I added a large ceramic tile under the firebox plus a small inlay next to the grill. That was the top of a small patio table. A few hooks were added as a final touch.

We built it last year; it gets a lot of use as a grill, smoker, bread and pizza oven.

We are very satisfied with the outcome. Many thanks for the plans and inspiration.

Built from Plan(s)
Workbench to Get the Job Done!
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Semi transparent wood stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Jacob1234

Mon, 08/02/2021 - 23:34

Your grill is very beautiful, but I prefer cooking in the kitchen, I will explain why, I recently read a lot of Kitchenotic.com here, what connects me and the kitchen most of all is the answers to my any questions, no matter how stupid they are and the answers were always correct

Farmhouse potting bench

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 04/06/2023 - 23:12

Had so much fun building this project for my moms birthday present.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Potting Bench

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Planked Wood Sideboard

Submitted by eutah10 on Sun, 01/24/2016 - 07:59

Seeing your planked wood sideboard clicked for us and the cabinet we'd been looking for. We wanted rustic and I chose to make it around a plywood casing instead of using the plans due to the poor strength of the pallet wood. Most of the time was used in deconstructing and cleaning the 40+ year old pallets. Also our space called for a smaller unit. It's used as our coffee cabinet. Since I had a basic structure already in the plywood I was able to be creative in how I used the scraps of pallet wood.

Built from Plan(s)
Planked Wood Sideboard
Estimated Cost
Only the 3/4 plywood case, the hardware, and the paint were costs so it totalled maybe $60. De-constructing old pallets and cleaning the wood was time-consuming.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Acrillic paint. Several layers were painted on. I used different colors and painted over them partially to mimic old re-used wood. Many obvious re-used boards were prominent.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Corner kitchenette build from Garage Shelves Plans

Submitted by Nativo1 on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 20:12

Started with an empty wall, an idea and a 12 pack of Heineken. The end result, was this useful counter with barn style doors and two floating shelves. Total spent, about $200 including the beer lol thank you lady for the ideas. 

2x4 kitchen counters

Built from Plan(s)
Barn Door Cabinet with Mini Fridge and Microwave
DIY Garage Shelves [Freestanding]
Estimated Cost
$200-$250
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
White stain for counter top, oak for the bottom and white primer + paint shelves.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Easiest shelf ever

If you need a shelf/ledge, this is the plan for you - regardless of your building ability. Easiest. plan. ever.

And if you are like me - you won't even have to make any cuts! We have this ledge in our dining room along the long wall. it gets decorated for each season and it's GREAT! We love showcasing family photos as well as our holiday decor.

Wood, glue, nails or screws. Paint. Done! It's that easy!

Blog Link
It's just Us
Built from Plan(s)
Gallery Ledge Shelves
Estimated Cost
$10
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Sherwin Williams Dove White paint
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Rustic Stepstool

I'm loving the finish on this, and it's a useful little project.

Built from Plan(s)
Vintage X Back Step Stool End Table
Estimated Cost
15
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
I painted it green, and then sanded the edges. I covered the whole thing in the walnut gel stain. This darkened the green and stained the newly exposed wood.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Mission Style Table - Loved by All - Porcelain (wood look) top versus wood. Benchese also built from this site.

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 01/26/2016 - 20:56

Table was fun to build and put our own spin on it. Great project for my wife and I. Took a few days to complete and begin using. Table dimensions we builst are 7' by 3.5' exactly as we needed for or dining room.

Estimated Cost
$350.00
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Pine
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

(Mini) Modern Park Bench

Submitted by philuk on Mon, 07/15/2019 - 15:16

I needed a replacement outdoor bench to fit a small space between two door openings. Reduced the length of the Modern Park Bench to about 44". Also reduced the depth by removing one of the seat planks to retain a sense of proportion.

Had some issues with some of my 2x4s being a bit twisted which impacted the overall build quality but I'm happy with the end result considering the price/time invested.

Tip: spend some time in the lumber yard picking out your own wood - I wish I had.

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Park Bench
Estimated Cost
£35 in timber.
Less than £5 for the finish.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Two coats Cuprinol Garden Shades in 'Urban Slate'
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Fancy X Farmhouse Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 04/17/2023 - 07:56

We love this table and made some small adjustments to fit our terraces
Regards
Dan Brissman
Sweden

Built from Plan(s)
Fancy X Farmhouse Table

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Dream Doll House

Dream Doll House

Built from Plan(s)
Open Frame Dollhouse for 12" Dolls
Estimated Cost
$150.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Linseed oil and latex paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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just.plain.chair.

Submitted by biz_kid1 on Wed, 11/13/2013 - 09:22

I guess I never got around to sharing my finished chair! I'm almost ashamed to...1) because it was so long ago when I made it and 2) because everyone else's looks so great!

Built from Plan(s)
Four Dollar Stackable Children’s Chairs
Estimated Cost
$5
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
white glossy paint
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Kentwood bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 01/30/2016 - 20:11

I made this bed for my 4 year old. It was my first project. Took a lot longer than I thought it would, but I'm really pleased with how it turned out!

Built from Plan(s)
Kentwood Bed
Estimated Cost
$125 for wood and stain
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax dark walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Minnie Mouse Kids Chair

Submitted by Sketch1999 on Sat, 07/20/2019 - 18:56

I took a shot at the Minnie Mouse Adirondack chair for a birthday present.  

Built from Plan(s)
Kid's Adirondack Chair
Estimated Cost
$40
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoleum enamel paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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DIY Shelves

Love how these turned out and LOVE that I had almost everything in my garage already! Here's a tutorial for those of you who would like to make it!

http://sawgrasshome.com/?p=731

Blog Link
Shelves
Estimated Cost
Less than $30
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
White Paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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HAPPIER HOMEMAKER FARMHOUSE TABLE

Submitted by colleend74 on Sat, 11/16/2013 - 14:26

This was our first Ana White project. We knew we wanted to do a table, and decided this was the easiest one for first-timers without a kreg jig (YET!). We made things even SIMPLER by having Lowe's do ALL the cutting for us! I didn't even know they would do that, but they will.... and happily so!

The project went VERY well and we are delighted with our new table. We used Rustoleum "Kona" stain and we used Rustoleum spray gloss poly because Lowes had a bunch of cans of it on clearance. We were happy with the results, though it may not be the best indoor product in the future ;-)

The project took us about 4-6 hours to build, and then we just sanded a little each evening, and the next weekend we stained and poly.

Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoleum Kona Stain
Rustoleum gloss spray poly
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Breeding house

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 02/02/2016 - 23:28

My daughter and I dedicate this doll house to my great uncle George Breeding who made a beautiful doll house for my sister when we were kids. I hope my kids will carry the maker bug into the next generation! Great plans!

Built from Plan(s)
American Girl Dollhouse - Fits 18" Dolls
Estimated Cost
I know I spent more than $350 on material.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
urethane and paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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shannonervin

Thu, 12/15/2016 - 08:21

I'm wondering the same.  The dimensions looks bigger here.  Would you mind sharing?  I like the size of the rooms here.  Thank you.