Community Brag Posts

Lighted hall tree

Submitted by jeff.meyer on Tue, 02/02/2021 - 16:35

A lighted hall tree.

Estimated Cost
200
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Customized console

Submitted by JimmyE3 on Sat, 02/23/2013 - 09:04

Modifed the Rustic X console to fit the width of den area's windows. Wife wanted storage, I needed a project.

Estimated Cost
$55
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Early American 230 stain. Just brush on, wipe off after 15 minutes, and let dry.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Workbench console

Submitted by lincey23 on Wed, 12/31/2014 - 08:27

We built this after getting a new tv. We love it.

 

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
we used standard pine so it probably cost with stain around $90 to build. Took longer to stain and sand than anything.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
oak stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

4x4 Truss Harvest Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 03/29/2017 - 10:28

I began with the plans for the 4x4 truss table and modified the plans to include notched joints to make the table stronger. Finished the 4x4 pine base with paint to match our dining chairs and finished the 2x10 top with 1 coat of dark walnut stain and 5 coats of verathane. Added hardware under the legs to level the table. This was my very first woodworking project and everyone says how well it turned out! Next is a headboard and then maybe a dresser. Thanks for these awesome resources!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Dark Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Adirondack Chairs

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 02/09/2021 - 08:09

I wanted to buy Adirondack for comfortable lounge chairs but they are so expensive! Came across these plans and it took a little bit of trial and error but they turned out great! Completed 6 chairs total and they are super comfortable and look great!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$70 per chair
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Seasonal And Holiday

Herringbone Top Console Table

I was looking for a "super easy console table" and once I was ready to build it, I mustered the confidence to try a more complex table top design. Using pocket hole joinery, 2"x2" legs and supports, scrap 1"x2" "blocks" for the herringbone pattern, scrap 1/2" 8"x4' plywood, 3/4"x1/2" pieces to frame the top, and much wood glue, I built this 8.5" narrow console table for under $30. The plan shared on this site was one of the inspiration pieces that helped me believe I could do this too!

Estimated Cost
$28.10
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Golden Oak and Red Oak. Watco Danish Oil in Black Walnut. Olympic Semi-Gloss white (off the shelf).
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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yurra-bazain

Mon, 02/25/2013 - 21:22

Thank you both for your gracious comments. It is so lovely to receive supportive feedback from a community of doers. =D Blessings to you!

Numbered Cubby Desk Organizer

Submitted by donnamarie on Sat, 01/03/2015 - 12:50

Here's my version of Ana's 'Numbered Cubbies on the Wall'.  Mine is made from a 6' long 1/2" x 3" craft board and a 6' long 1" x 4".  I followed Ana's plan, adjusting mine for a smaller size and proportion.  I used a finish nailer with 1" nails.  The numbers were drawn on with black Sharpie following Ana's method.  First print out a 3" number in your choice of font, cut it out and tape to the cubby, press HARD to outline the number with a ball-point pen, then remove the stencil and fill in with paint or marker. 

This is an easy and fun project.  It's very versatile and cute and looks store bought and expensive.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$15
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Woodfinish in Provincial 211, with numbers written in black Sharpie
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Black and Brown Simple Outdoor Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/01/2017 - 12:47

I built the simple outdoor table using a black frame and Brown boards on top.  

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$100 with paint
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Black outdoor paint and valspar color radiance dark brown
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

We Did It! We Made The Farmhouse Table and Bench!

Submitted by fsufan3535 on Tue, 02/16/2021 - 10:58

My sister and I made The Farmhouse Table and Bench (with pocket holes) for my daughter and son-in-love. She was so surprised, she cried! I think she loved it!! It was my first project and now I'm getting requests from my oldest daughter to make one for her after her closing the end of next month.
Thank you Ana White for sharing your plans and making it so easy to follow!

No sew Parson Chair!

this project called for sewing the cushion covers, but i was to lazy to take out the sewing machine, so instead I stapled the fabric and it turned out pretty good if I do say so!! thanks for the plans!!

Estimated Cost
$60.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
minwax
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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moosmani

Tue, 02/26/2013 - 16:07

Oh, very nice! I am making one of these right now. I need to go out to get the foam before I can proceed. I'm excited. It's great to see how nice yours turn out!

Our family coffee table

Easy to build 

Estimated Cost
$30-$40
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Black walnut stain s/g laquer
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Loft bed with side rail

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 04/03/2017 - 13:53

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

Plant Corner

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 02/23/2021 - 08:35

This was my first piece of furniture to make all on my own and the Corner Cupboard plans were soooo helpful! I needed more space for plants and had already built shelves in every window of my house, so I decided it was time to make a larger space to house my plants and add supplemental lighting so I could put it anywhere I wanted. This corner was dark and I don't love lamp light, so I thought a pop of color + plants + daylight grow lights would be perfect for the space! I've been taking on more carpentry projects and also wanted something that was a bit more challenging. This plan was perfect! I'm more of a napkin planner myself, so it was nice having the structure provided in Ana's plans and the cut list was super helpful. I had to make some modifications to fit things into my car, but it all came together nicely! This being a plant hutch with grow lights was the plan all along, but I gotta tell ya, when it came to having to drill 3/4" holes in the back of my newly built beautiful hutch, it took me a minute to work up the courage! I really love how it all came together - thanks for sharing your plans, Ana!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Kilz primer + Behr orange flambe paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Sideboard

Submitted by BJW1262 on Fri, 03/01/2013 - 11:59

7 ft long gigantic sideboard. Removed the options for the drawers and extended the cabinet doors for extra storage needed. My favorite project to date.

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

14' dining room table

followed Ana's plan to a T!!  took 2 full days of cutting and assembling.  Then stain and many, many coats of poly.  14 foot dining room table seats the entire family together!!

Estimated Cost
$320
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
american walnut stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Smiling mudroom

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 04/06/2017 - 15:46

Made from birch plywood and painted. 

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

Queen Headboard

Submitted by TKP3321 on Sun, 03/03/2013 - 17:48

Was my first DIY project and was surprised as to how easy it was. The directions in the plan were spot on and look forward to future projects.

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Stain - Riverstone
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Mobile Kitchen Pantry

Submitted by webjr on Wed, 01/07/2015 - 19:56

I made a version of the "DIY Rolling Pantry - Classy Clutter" project, but I sized my shelves differently than in the original photo. This is an easy starter project for just about anybody. It is full of counter-sunk butt joints and can be constructed in a single afternoon or evening.

We couldn't apply any finish because it is too damn cold.

The frame is 59"x26" to match the size of my fridge (minus the door). Add in the casters on the bottom and it matches my fridge perfectly.

Materials Used:
- 4, 1x4" select Pine boards
- 1, 4'x8' sheet of Red Oak plywood
- A bunch of 1 1/2" wood screws
- A bunch of nails

Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
None at the time. It is too cold to finish in my garage shop right now.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Comments

webjr

Thu, 01/08/2015 - 13:33

To be perfectly honest, other than some stuff in shop class in middle school and the quick work table in my garage, I hadn't done any woodworking in my life. I have the tools, but I never just sat down and did it. It was a learning experience. I can't wait for my next project.

American Girl doll house with stable and carport

Really good plans helped make these.

Estimated Cost
500
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Barn Playouse

Submitted by lddupuis on Wed, 03/06/2013 - 08:15

We turned the Playhouse loft bed into a "Barn" for my son who wanted his room to be all about horses.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$300.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

My daughter and niece's new stables, they painted them themselves

my first project, the second went a lot easier. We are still waiting on the doors to dry to hang them but the girls are excited for their horses to have a place to sleep.

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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