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Grandson's Loft Bed

Submitted by mmcuevas on Fri, 09/10/2021 - 10:20

So, my grandson's room is quite small and my daughter was asking for advice on how to arrange things. I found this plan and figured it would be perfect! It was quite easy to build, but did take longer than I thought. We had three of us working on it and we build it over Labor Day Weekend. It isn't perfect, but my daughter says it just adds character. He loved the bed and the extra space to play underneath. It really did the trick to open up the room. Thanks Ana for all the great plans! You are my idol!! Now, I just have to build one for all the grandkids!

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Two Pallet Lake Chair

This was created using one and a half reclaimed pallets. Sealed and ready for a fire pit this summer!

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Spar Varnish (Water and Weather Proof)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Maple Stool

Submitted by lostime on Sat, 03/21/2015 - 16:14

Ripped a 2x4 down the middle for the legs and bottom rungs, so custom 2x2s.  1x2s for the mid and top.  Biscuit jointed and edge glued 12x12 Hard Maple Top.  Glue and pocket hole joinery. 

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
maybe $20
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Brown Spray Paint for the legs. Clear Shellac for the top.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Double X Bench

Submitted by naomi on Fri, 06/23/2017 - 07:23

I made this double x bench from plans from www.hertoolbelt.com

This is seriously easy to make.

It looks complicated but it really isn't.

I used the vaseline technique for distressing.

This bench looks amazing at the end of my farmhouse bed.

Estimated Cost
Under $20
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
White enamel paint with vaseline distressing technique.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

American Girl Dollhouse

Submitted by jhoulihan on Wed, 09/22/2021 - 10:09

American Girl dollhouse built using PureBond Plywood, Kreg K4, and Ryobi tools!

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pcook67

Wed, 01/25/2023 - 11:11

Do you have more detail on the materials for the outside of the house?

Kentwood Nightstands

My wife and I have couldn't decide where to start our DIY projects, so we picked the Kentwood plans out of a stack and got to work.

Ours are fashioned out of two 1x 12 pine boards, (7/8 x 11 1/4) cut for size. There is a great mom and pop lumber yard about an hour from where we are, and has spectacular prices on just about every kind of wood...saves us about 67% off the box stores.

We had some cedar tongue and grove boards lying around, so I used the cedar for the side and door panels. We also opted to add a shelf to the interior, measuring 13' off the bottom deck.

We did not finish the interior, aside from sanding the shelves, and putting on a top coat.

The top of the nightstands are made with scrap tongue and grove pine wall panels my father-in-law had sitting in his wood shop.

Really fun, enjoyable first foray into the ana-white.com community. Gotta say, having a Kreg jig makes joinery a snap.

Estimated Cost
$50-$100. Mostly in hardware and finish materials.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Heavily sanded all pieces with 120, followed by 220. Covered with Rust-oleum Ultimate Kona, topped with Rust-oleum Satin finish. We brushed on the stain, let it sit for a few minutes, then wiped it off with a cotton rag. Repeated the same process with the clear coat. Put second coat of stain varnish on table top then lightly passed #0000 steel wool over all surfaces to knock off any imperfections from the poly coat. For comparisons sake, the steel wool seems to make a softer finish than sand paper, and does not scratch the finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Drawers for the Closet Tower

Submitted by Lady Goats on Tue, 03/24/2015 - 10:40

When I realized I was going to build the closet tower, i made sure there were plans for the drawers before beginning. Thankfully there were, so that made this a brainless build. Thanks, Ana! Read about the build, here

Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Behr Ultra White in semi-gloss
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Sliding barn door entertainment center

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 06/25/2017 - 09:17

Fun project, ordered the hardware for the rail system itself and the wheels were too big so I made my own rail system.

Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Dark walnut stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Sofa and coffee table.

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 12:22

I love my Sofa and coffee table!

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Pocket hole plywood rack

I built this plywood rack for my shop a couple of weeks back. Here is a link to my site with a free set of plans: http://www.lanebroswoodshop.com/2015/02/sheet-goods-rack.html

And my YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJWOj63wqYk

Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Cabin Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 06/27/2017 - 19:03

My son loves his new cabin bed and now my girls are beggin for theirs. I used nuts and bolts to secure together for easy removal once he grows out of it.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
150
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Behr NYPD Blue and Behr Mars Red
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Slightly modified all tree

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 12:25

A friend asked me to build them a hall tree for their entryway because they couldn’t find one big enough to suit the area in their home. Thankfully I found the plans here for Mimi’s hall tree bench and hutch. I had to modify them slightly to make it a little wider and taller. They were very happy with the finished project!
Thank you for providing woodworkers with these excellent plans for all skill levels!

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Knotty Alder Console Table

Built from reclaimed knotty alder

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

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Farmhouse table and benches

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 06/29/2017 - 20:48

This is the table I made from your plans, but I changed up some of the dimensions and such to fit my needs...it turned out amazing and my wife, family and friends love it...I have been asked if I take orders, but my wife says no...I can only make one for her...lol

Estimated Cost
300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Epoxy
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

4x4 Truss Beam Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 13:07

I followed the plans for the 4x4 Truss Beam Table and it turned it out great! I definitely recommend the Kreg Jig HD for the 4x4's. I used non HD Kreg screws for the table top.

It's much easier to build it upside down to ensure you get all your pocket holes underneath. Also, use duct tape to keep the 45 degree angle posts clamped as it's much easier when screwing together.

As a bonus for the family I built it for, I cut their name out with my scroll saw and added as a personal touch for the piece.

Built from Plan(s)

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Doll Bed for Lily

Submitted by handymommy on Wed, 03/09/2011 - 05:52

My two boys, ages 4 and 6, made this (with a little help) for their cousin for Christmas. They even helped me sew!

Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
white paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Tall TV Cabinet Built-in and Fireplace Board and Batten

Submitted by anb80 on Tue, 03/31/2015 - 12:00

See the before/after pic for the difference.    My daughter was pulling everything off our open TV stand so it had to go!  I designed this to give us the toy storage we need as well.  The niche was over two feet deep so I wanted something to utilize all the space.  I also wanted the fireplace to stand out so added the board and batten treatment.

Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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American Girl Doll Closet

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 07/03/2017 - 09:18

This was fun and easy. I had some of the wood already so I didn't spend that much. My girls painted it to add a personal touch. I would consider adding a magnet to help the doors stay closed a little better. Its been a couple of years and they are still enjoying this. At the time I had no idea how to make a star. Now I know it woudl be easy with a jig saw. 

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

Window Seat

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/04/2021 - 13:32

I made this window seat for my home office from your mudroom bench plan. Turned out fantastic. Loads of storage in these huge drawers. Loving it!!

Built from Plan(s)

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media cabinet

Custom size media cabinet. Two doors with interior shelves. Three open shelves for media components.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$140.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
1. one coat primer
2. two coats Behr off white, satin finish
3. distressed with 120 grit sandpaper on mouse sander
4. stain Minwax special walnut
5. two coats Minwax clear satin poly
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate