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Planked Wood Sideboard

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 05/31/2017 - 16:01

Great buffet for any dining room. Made with pocket hole joints. Built by mgwood_work on instagram 

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Jacobean
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Farmhouse hall tree

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 06/26/2021 - 09:49

Made the farmhouse hall tree from the plans on the site. I added wallpaper in front of the panels and it looks wonderful!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced

My take on Ana's Wood Chaise Lounge

Submitted by kareylynn on Mon, 04/15/2013 - 18:09

I used the plans for Ana's $35 Wood Chaise Lounge plans, but changed the frame to the 2x6 boards to match a loveseat & two chairs that I've previously built. My husband helped me with the notches, but now I think I can do them on my own. The chairs are so comfortable, even without cushions.

Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Outdoor Wood Sealer (I can't remember the exact name) in clear over Minwax Provencial stain. I customized the furniture with the family's cattle brand.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Seasonal And Holiday

Fancy X Farmhouse table with 4x4 base

I used 4x4 post for the base.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I sanded the heck out of the table. I then applied a coat of wood conditioner with a rag. I let it dry for about 30 minutes. I then brushed on a coat of minwax Special walnut. I only let it sit for about 10 to 15 seconds, then wiped off the access with a towel and blended it in with the same towel. I let that dry 25 hours and then brushed on a coat of minwax weathered oak. I let this sit for about 14 to 15 minutes then wiped off and blended in with a towel. I let it dry for 24 hours then applied 3 coats of the urethane. Letting it dry at least 12 hours between coats.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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aggielandma12

Sat, 03/07/2015 - 10:01

We are waiting on our slip cover chairs (on back order). I have built a matching bench that needs to be finished.

dadmandude

Tue, 05/10/2016 - 10:20

I'd also like to build this table using 4x4's.  Can you tell me how you came up with the lengths for the diagonal pieces?  Also, how did you attach the perpendicular end pieces to the top?  I've been looking to do that as well and on all the plans I've seen they used pocket holes and I know that will not last before the end pieces begin to sag.

Thank you!

Rustic X End Tables

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 06/03/2017 - 19:39

I took the base plans from your Rustic X end tables and added a little more detail on the sides and experimented with the stain combination. I stained the entire table in Golden Oak and for the based I stressed in an Ebony to give it a slightly burnt look in the base. Turned out really well. 

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$75
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Golden Oak
Ebony
Clear Gloss Poly
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Patriotic Cornhole Boards

Submitted by ae1ret99 on Fri, 07/16/2021 - 13:30

I wanted some Cornhole Boards and I wanted to make them myself. I used some vinyl stickers (distressed American flags) that I got on Amazon! I also bought the Cornhole Bag set on Amazon as well! I added some carrying handles from hardware At Home Depot. I found the link here on Ana's website! I love them!

Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Stained the base with Valspar Redwood tone from Lowe's. Then applied some water-based poly over the top.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Entryway Mirror

This is my very first project, and is from The Handbuilt Home. I had an old dresser mirror that I just couldn't throw away, and now I'm glad I didn't! It fit the frame perfectly. This project only took a few hours, and the plans were so easy to follow. Just have to get the hooks and she's done! Thanks Ana!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$10 plus the mirror clips
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
A mix of Ultramarine Blue and Slate Gray (cheap craft paints), followed by two coats of Poly Satin finish. I tested the colors on the back of the project first.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Kid's kitchen

Submitted by Tim Pardy on Sun, 03/08/2015 - 19:01

My wife had decided we need to do something special for our great niece's. .Oh that I should. Lol..It was a great experience, and I would do it again. .

Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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DIY Vintage Farmhouse Table - Arhaus Copycat

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 07/26/2021 - 18:12

The Francis dining table by Arhaus was out of my budget, but with the table top plan by Ana White and the table base plan by Jen Woodhouse, I was able to create my own copycat version of the Francis table. It took me some time to figure out the stain order and combination, but I couldn't be happier with the vintage farmhouse stain I achieved with just a few layers and some wax. The table is light enough to carry upstairs, but it's also incredibly stable and solid.

Estimated Cost
$350
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Old Barn Living stain, white wash, weathered oak, and waxes
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Router Table

Submitted by benbutler on Sun, 04/21/2013 - 10:51

My wife has been asking for new dressers for the boy's room for a while now but every time we go out shopping for them I am very disappointed in the quality of what is available. So I decided to make them myself. I have not made any furniture before and needed a few tools to help me out and thought what better way to get both the practice and the tools then build my own router table.

I searched the web for plans and found these great ones. I loved these plans but wanted to make a couple of changes anyway. I decide to build the table top as well as the cabinet and decided to make it a little taller to fit me better. Due to the changes and making the table top it took me 2 days to finish, 1 day for the cabinet and 1 for the top and to put it all together. (Not having used a router before it took me a while to get the template just right to cut in the insert.)

It works great and looks great in my shop. Now on to the dressers.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
350 with the router
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
none
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Little Tower

Submitted by Liliana N. on Thu, 03/12/2015 - 10:53

I'm a mother of three kids, so it took me a while to finish, but I also did some additional work on it so I would be able to stain rather than paint it.  I used a countersink drill bit to put in a bit of a hole that I filled with wood by using a plug cutter so that it would match more.  I also used epoxy in the knot so my son's baby toes wouldn't get hurt.  That's it.  I love it!

Estimated Cost
$30
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Oak stain and a coat of clear polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

handmadewithash

Sat, 03/14/2015 - 20:25

I need to add this project to my todo list. My little one can't walk just yet, but it's coming soon. This will be a cool piece of furniture to have when the time comes. Great job on the build! :)

Rustic X Collection

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 06/10/2017 - 17:31

I'm building them all... this table is next! 

Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Stuffed Animal Cage

Submitted by akwebb3 on Tue, 08/03/2021 - 14:30

I followed this plan exactly and it fit in my Grand-Daughters room perfectly. She has a lot of toys and stuffed animals and she needed some place to put them all. I don't like the look of the pet nets and don't like that she couldn't reach her animals when she wanted them. This was a simple project that really didn't cost me anything because I was able to use wood that I already had left over from other projects. It turned out so good and will get so much use.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

my picnic table

Very easy project to make. From leaving the house to get the wood, get home, make cuts and assemble was about 4-5 hours. I have used this website as inspiration for other projects, but this was the first that I just followed the plans and it turned out great!. Very sturdy and perfect size. My daughter in the picture is almost 5 and this is perfect for her and will last years for our youngest daughter.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
15 for wood, screws I already had and paint will be 3-4 dollars
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Will be painted
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

I built a desk!

Submitted by dakahl on Sun, 03/15/2015 - 17:55

This is my biggest project to date. It's a great craft desk!

I used an oak project panel for the top, and pine for the rest. Finished with Rustoleum dark walnut, 2 coats of poly, and white paint.

Also, I'll probably revisit the hinge placement, adding another on each side.

Estimated Cost
$40
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoleum dark walnut, 2 coats poly, 2 coats white paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Square farmhouse table

I built this square farmhouse table for a friend of mine. Used the same build as the 4x4 truss table. Just made it square. 64.75x64.75

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Mixed dark walnut. Classic grey and American walnut to match the chairs . Semi glosss Decorator white paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Farmhouse Queen Bed and Kentwood Nightstands

Submitted by hughes on Fri, 04/26/2013 - 08:59

Spent two weekend between both the bed and the nightstands. The nightstand were completed one weekend and the bed was completed on another weekend. The wood for the nightstands was purchased at Lowe's. The wood for the bed was purchased at a lumber yard. The lumber yard carried untreated 4X4 posts 16 ft long for $9 each.

Estimated Cost
$60 each for nightstands and $80 for the bed.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
white paint and golden oak stain.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Clock

Submitted by tedgray86 on Tue, 03/17/2015 - 22:10

For build materials, please ask!

 

 

Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Gray stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Farmhouse Bed with Storage!

We LOVE our finished bed. We started out to make the Farmhouse Queen Bed but decided after completing the headboard and footboard that we wanted some storage with it. We made the frame from the Farmhouse Storage Bed plans without the actual drawers. We wanted a more open look to the storage. We are pleased with the way it turned out and love that Ana shares these wonderful plans online. Thanks again Ana! 

Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Triple Truss Coffee Table

Submitted by cu09 on Mon, 04/29/2013 - 09:55

I used cedar because I love the color and wanted the natural look.

I ended up creating a cement top instead of using the 2x6's and added 2x2 on the top boarder for added support.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Danish Oil
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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