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Little Cottage Loft Bed

Submitted by BGBuild on Tue, 07/16/2019 - 07:14

My daughter absolutely loves this bed, and everyone who comes over can't help but to compliment it. I was able to build it in 4 pieces in the basement then carry them up to our apartment and put them all together. It was not an easy build especially since I kept making little mistakes and had to go back and fix them. For example I did not use wood glue at first for the bars so after I screwed them all into place i relaxed they wobbled and twisted so I had to unscrew all of them, add glue and screw them all back in. But overall the instructions were pretty simple to follow and I am very happy with the way it came out.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Chalkboard paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Outdoor escape

Submitted by Bread0186 on Tue, 04/18/2023 - 11:39

First build ever. Took about 2 days and the most expensive part was the cushions, but Lowe's had a good deal. I did not sanding, painting, or staining. I'm sure I'll do that eventually, or make another sectional later, but I'm in North Texas and loving this set right now.

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Claras Table and $4 stackable chairs sized for 18" Dolls.

Submitted by pjhaan on Mon, 12/26/2011 - 07:48

I decided to make the Clara table and the $4 stackable chairs for my daughters for Christmas. They were not for them though but rather for their American Girl dolls. I had to modify the plans to work for standard 18" dolls.

The Table:
It is a little taller than it should be but it allows the doll to fit under the table/apron while sitting in an appropriately sized chair (5" seat).

I also changed the length from 18" to 15 1/2" so the cuts could be made from a 4ft board.

3 - 1 x 6 @ 15 1/2" (Top) (1 @ 4ft)
4 - 2 x 2 @ 10" (Legs) (1 @ 4ft)
2 - 1 x 3 @ 10 1/2" (End Apron) (1 @ 4ft)
2 - 1 x 3 @ 9" (Side Aprons)

The apron is 1 1/2 inches. a 1x2 would probably work for the aprons too. You could then shorten the table legs by about an inch.

The Chairs:
The over all dimensions are now 12" H (back), 5 1/2" H (seat) X 6" W X 6 1/2" D

Cut List:
2 - 1×2 @ 4 1/4" (Side Aprons)
2 - 1×2 @ 5" (Side Supports)
3 - 1×2 @ 4 1/2" (Front Legs and Front Apron)
7 - 1×2 @ 6" (4 Seat Slats, 2 Back Slats and Back Apron)
2 - 1×2 @ 12" (Back Legs)

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
White paint. I used some Valspar paint on the table and one chair then decided it would take too long to get all the cracks and crevices. On the other three chairs, I used Krylon Spray paint. I put two coats of the spray paint on the first chair for better coverage.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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KAD050209 (not verified)

Tue, 10/09/2012 - 17:19

For the dimensions you have for the chairs... Is that to make one chair only? I so0o0o wanna make this for my DD! She'll love it!

Storage Bench

I followed the plans and everything went really well. Th bench was built to match a Farmhouse Bed and nightstand that I built. I added fake drawers and knobs to make it match the nightstand. The top of the bench is made from boards screwed together rather than plywood, to add a little character.

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
White paint with a clear acrylic on top.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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DIY Closet Conversion

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 01/30/2016 - 20:23

We built and designed this as we went while working within the existing closet.

Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Salad bar with handles

Submitted by Sara on Sun, 07/21/2019 - 11:18

My husband made this with a few tweaks: taller dividers to be even with the sides, smoothing of edges, and handles! It was perfect for our salad bar and pizza party!

Estimated Cost
$0 (used scrap plywood)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
none, but we plan to use butcher block oil/sealer
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Banquette Bench with Flip Up Storage

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 04/24/2023 - 08:35

Thank you, Ana, for the banquet bench plan! I’ve never done any form of carpentry before, but with your plans, the right tools and some perseverance, this labour-of-love is my new pride and joy and has added some much needed storage to my small kitchen.
Angela (London)

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one more farmhouse doll bed

Submitted by justqltin on Wed, 12/28/2011 - 19:27

A cooperative project. Hubby made the bed and I did the bedding.

Estimated Cost
$10
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
going to paint it white
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Corona Coffee Table - Square

Submitted by oneillrp on Sat, 07/27/2019 - 11:44

Built this table out of solid Maple, which made it much more expensive to build, but such a beautiful piece of furniture. I bought the legs from Osborne Wood. One thing I did to cut down on cost was to use 1" X 6" wood for the 5 center table-top boards instead of the 2" X 6" called for in the plans. Underneath those, I put a piece of 3/4" plywood to increase the thickness to match the (4) 2" X 6" outer edges. This is not visible unless you climb under the table to look at it from underneath but I think it actually helped to create a flat (almost seamless) table top. Thank you for the plans! I put a lot of work into this piece and I think it will remain in my family for generations!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$700.00 (
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
-3 coats of Varathane Stain (the color is Briarsmoke)
-2 coats of Varathane Polyurethane (Matte Finish)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Triple Bunk

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/29/2023 - 02:17

I needed to find a way to conserve space for 3 children to sleep in a very small home. I used an adapted pattern from Ana White. It turned out perfectly!

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Entryway Closet Drawers - Done

Submitted by cdswhite on Sun, 01/01/2012 - 20:28

We're still working on these but I wanted to show an in progress picture. Getting organized is fun! I've got lots more details on my blog if you're interested.

Update: We're all done with the drawers and they are the perfect way to organize and create storage in the entryway. It was a lot work getting them to fit into the closet but well worth it.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$110
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
We'll be painting these white when they're all done.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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sdevost (not verified)

Tue, 09/04/2012 - 11:21

Do you have a detailed how-to for these closet drawers.
I love the cut out portion at the top - and I have been trying to find an affordable alternative to the Ikea Stolmen drawers ($120 for 2 drawers)
If you could perhaps send me some details on materials, sizes, how you did the cut out at the top - that would be great.
Thank you
Stephanie

Cayden Stool

Submitted by hechoenwi on Tue, 11/19/2013 - 15:06

This was my very first project. I wanted to jump right in and start with a Storage Farm House bed but my husband was convinced that I would start a project and just leave it hanging and insisted that I start with something smaller. He was sooo impressed with these stools! I originally had planned to upholster the top as in the plan but we preferred the look with out it! The plans were very easy to follow.

Estimated Cost
$80 for two chairs
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Ipswich Pine - Minwax
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Coffee table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 02/05/2016 - 05:52

Pretty easy just followed the plans 

Estimated Cost
$60
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Farmhouse Chandelier

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 08/12/2019 - 10:50

Farmhouse chandelier that I'm building for a customer. I used a vanity bar light for the lighting for the chandelier. I just have to add the Edison bulbs and chains and it will be done!

Got my confidence in building back!!!!

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 05/05/2023 - 03:45

I woke up one morning and decided this space couldn’t go on without a day bed. One week later I am standing tall. This is my first intermediate build. Excited to jump into the next project!

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Numbered Cubbie Modified

Submitted by jlandr on Wed, 01/04/2012 - 09:36

This is my first woodworking project ever. I didn't like the numbers in Ana's plan so I changed it up a little for my taste. I also made this to sit on my desk and added felt to the bottom so that it wouldn't scratch the surface when my kids moved it around. It probably should have only taken me an hour but I was having issues with the brad nailer and not nailing straight.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$5 for the furring strips, I had the nails.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
1 coat white spray paint, 1 coat blue spray paint, I used acrylic paint for the letters and then sanded the edges and over the letters when they were dry.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Dinning room table

Submitted by Btpowell on Thu, 11/21/2013 - 09:19

Needed something I could put together between work in a few weeks to serve thanksgiving on. The base of the table is modified from Ana's build and the table top is a frame I built and filled with log slices and clear epoxy resin

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
100 for lumber.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark walnut then red oak
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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kennonr79

Thu, 11/21/2013 - 10:14

Awesome idea for the top. Would love to see a pic of the finished product!

kennonr79

Thu, 11/21/2013 - 10:14

Awesome idea for the top. Would love to see a pic of the finished product!

spiceylg

Thu, 11/21/2013 - 12:15

Love it and I agree with kennonr79, would love to see a pic of the finished product! So unique!

Farmhouse Table for Thanksgiving

Submitted by Midorable on Sun, 02/07/2016 - 12:55

My husband and I bought our first house back in October and wanted to build a table so we could host Thanksgiving dinner at our new place. With the help of my dad and his collection of tools, we were able to use the farmhouse table plans from Ana-White which turned out nicely. We used a dark walnut stain and a couple coats of MInwax Helmsman Spur Urethane.

Estimated Cost
$130
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark Walnut Stain
Minwax Helmsman Spur Urethane
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Side Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 08/31/2019 - 06:24

First thing my husband has ever attempted to build and I love it! Thanks Ana!!

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Maple Console Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 05/10/2023 - 17:24

Table was made from curly maple that was glued into 12" widths to match the panel widths of 12". Client loved the look.

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