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CA King Farmhouse Bed
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This was my husband's 3rd or 4th Ana White project. We also had to go back for mre wood as the shopping list was not complete.
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Mon, 05/13/2019 - 15:53
farmhouse bed
This is gorgeous, can you share what you had to go back for? Also, what is the finish?
Barnwood Electric Fireplace Surround
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Gorgeous Barnwood Fireplace Surround by Scott Snyder
6 Cube Bookcase
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We are redoing our almost 3 year old girls room to a big girl room and we started with this! The Bed is almost finished and I can't wait to share it! I think adding the moulding to the top makes it look very pretty and professional. Our other two rooms have real PBK furniture in it but I honestly think this is going to look better!
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Tue, 02/07/2012 - 06:15
Beautiful!
This will look just perfect in my kid's room. I can't wait to try it out. Going to my local Lowe's in 30 minutes.
The Bandsaw and Boxes Go Together
I just wish to point new bandsaw users toward trying to make bandsaw boxes as a way to really learn blade differences, tensioning, cutting curves, setting up the bandsaw and generally getting comfortable with your new tool.
The fun thing about bandsaw boxes is you can just almost cut free form and still have a great result. From start to finish it takes about two days some of which is just waiting and sanding.
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Fri, 10/18/2013 - 16:31
Very nice
I love the boxes, Jake. I did have an inexpensive band saw and I tried using it to make small boxes similar to yours. The saw scared me to death - when the blade came flying off I put everything back in the box and returned it! I'd like to, someday, try again.
Fri, 10/18/2013 - 18:14
Bandsaws are Safe
I have only had my bandsaw about 6 months and in that time I have had two blades break and occasionally slip off the wheels. Bandsaws are considered to be one of the safest power saws you can use so don't be afraid but know where the off switch is if something happens. You just need to experiment with proper setup including the placement of guiding blocks or bearings, blade tension, and blade choice. Also a 3/16" blade can make a very tight turn where it would be foolish to try it with a 1/4" blade. I like a 3/16", 4 teeth per inch skip tooth. Youtube has many tutorials on how to make a bandsaw box.
Fri, 10/18/2013 - 16:31
Very nice
I love the boxes, Jake. I did have an inexpensive band saw and I tried using it to make small boxes similar to yours. The saw scared me to death - when the blade came flying off I put everything back in the box and returned it! I'd like to, someday, try again.
Fri, 10/18/2013 - 17:04
Awesome project!
These are awesome! My son was looking over my shoulder at these and said, "Mom, you have to comment and tell this guy your son says these things are awesome!" And I agree with him! How did you cut them to fit the drawers? These are so cool, do you have any in-work pictures?
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Fri, 10/18/2013 - 18:24
Bandsaw Boxes are Easy - Sort of!
Many thanks to your son for recognizing genius. Ha Ha Sure!
Everything fits because every piece is cut from the same block of wood. I want you to go to this link http://www.woodworkingformeremortals.com/2010/05/how-to-make-bandsaw-bo…
I was inspired to try it by Steve Ramsey of Woodworking for Mere Mortals and slowly progressed to what you see in my pics. Search Youtube and you will find a ton of bandsaw box videos.
I am limited to the size because of my small bandsaw but they are really fun to design and build, especially when you mix a variety of wood (including plywood) in your product. For your first box just take a 4x4 of any wood and cut into a 8 or 10 inch length and go from there. If you screw up it hasn't cost too much.
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Fri, 10/18/2013 - 18:28
Work in Progress Pictures
Yes I did document the building process of one box and I will try to add the pics in the Brag post within a day. I may be limited on the number of pics however.
Fri, 10/18/2013 - 20:37
Thank you, Jake, for
Thank you, Jake, for introducing us to bandsaw boxes! I've seen these for sale at craft shows and always wondered how they were made. They always look so complicatedly intricate. After watching that tutorial I now know that I CAN make them, too!!!! I've had a bandsaw sitting in my barn/workshop for several years and have only used it once. Now I think I'll be using it quite a bit more!
Daughter's Vanity
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Made this with an oversized removable center top. Wanted this to double as a vanity and art table, so I made this with a 20" deep center top. By being removable (set into slots) the two end pieces can later be used as separate storage shelves or night stands, as these are made from solid alder wood.
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Desk X Build
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Full timelapse and thoughts in the imgur album.
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Loft House Bed
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Modified the junior loft plan to add a house design element and storage stairs, by Amy Mott
Rustic Farmhouse Bench
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This is one of my favorite things i've built yet. Its cute, small, and sturdy!
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Done!
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Photo Gallery Made Easy!
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I love my new photo ledges. I had a huge space on my wall and these ledges are perfect. The ledges were so easy to make. I got a kreg jig for my birthday (I never thought I would ask for a tool for a birthday present) and I have gotten so much use out of it. I saw similar ledges at pottery barn for 10 times the cost of this DIY project. I saved so much with these ledges. The kreg jig has already paid for itself. The ledges make it super easy to switch out photos and I love being able to display so many fun photos. Everyone who sees these ledges loves them!! This was my first project. Thanks Ana for the great plans!
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Lift Top Coffee Table
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I used the rustic x coffee table for my inspiration for this project. I found the mechanism for the lift top table on the web and was able to work it into my design. I used oak plywood for the top instead of the 2x6's and trimmed out the rough edge, however, I have thought about redoing the top with the 2x6's to match my tv stand and end table. I am still really happy with the way it turned out though. After posting this I decided to upgrade the top as I had described and I am way happier with the look of it!!
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Tue, 01/19/2016 - 13:19
Totally Sweet!
Great job with this project, it looks amazing. Thanks for sharing!
Wed, 04/13/2016 - 10:43
Lift Top Coffee Table
Where did you find the mechanism for the lift top table on the web & how much was it I would like to try this project.
Bench and mirror
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This is the 5-board bench and project #2 mirror from Ana's "The Handbuilt Home" book. The bench was shortened to fit the space that I wanted it for.
Montessori bed
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A Montessori (full size) bed made for my grandson Jack’s 1st Birthday.
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Bookshelf
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Bookshelf for my son.
Forward facing bookshelf
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This was my first build and I think it turned out pretty nice. I had been considering a new bookshelf for my daughter's room for some time because the one we had was large and clunky. This takes up significantly less floor space which makes her room seem so much larger.
The hardest part of this I found was cutting the arches out of the 1x2s. I noticed a lot of other people omitted that part, but I thought it was a neat way to add some interest so I really wanted to keep it. Unfortunately, they aren't exactly symmetrical and the cuts were very jagged. But I knew I was going for a dark paint in those spots so with a little bit of sanding you can barely tell.
Speaking of paint, I didn't realize how much even a small quart was going to cost me, and I bought two colours! But it was definitely worth it I think. The white with plum purple accents is really sharp, and my daughter loves it. In fact, I'm already planning on building a complete bedroom set for her in the same colour scheme. Hopefully it works out.
Thanks for taking a look! :)
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Sat, 04/19/2014 - 06:19
Love the accent
Love the accent colour!!
I've been trying to figure out how to throw in a pop colour, this is it! Thanks!
Love my new built ins!
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built ins for my office-based on basic bookcase plans, and pieces from rustic bookcase plans. I got a kreg pocket hole jig for this one- best money ever spent!!! My husband didn't think I could do it but I did! ❤️❤️❤️
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Cedar Outdoor Side Table First Project
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This was my first attempt at making anything out of wood. I was thankful for guidance from my husband but I did it myself!!!
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Sat, 05/04/2019 - 13:30
Great first project!
Great job! These little side tables are perfect! LOVE!
Thank you so much for sharing a brag post!
Octagon picnic table
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Great project . Easy plan to read .
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dining table
We got idea from here, but we had to make our own plan for table to make it fit in to our home.. and we just love it :)
more in my blog http://kellarinkatkoissa.blogspot.se/2013/10/tee-se-itse.html
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Sat, 06/20/2015 - 11:18
about how long did you make
about how long did you make your table so that you could fit 3 chairs on each side?
you table is stunning
Home Depot DIH Workshop Rolling Storage Cart
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I needed more storage in my small kitchen so I modified this cart to 42 x 20 x 96. One shelf has a sliding drawer. I am very new to all of this so I mistakenly overlooked accounting for the side ends of the shelves in my calculations. I left them off, but may go back and insert 1 x 2 to complete them. Not sure yet.
Toddler Kitchen
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Granddaughter wanted a Pink kitchen for Christmas, so what does Meemaw do ?? She goes to your website and does her research. I completed this kitchen in probably less than 2 weeks.
She abstained loved it, and no one in the family could believe Meemaw built this…
Many thanks..
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Fri, 03/10/2023 - 13:27
Love the pink!
This is adorable, you are an amazing Meemaw, thank you for sharing!