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Toy Car
Instead of pine and paint, I used Walnut, finished with foodsafe Osmo Top Oil for a durable finish. I also made the truck out of Padauk for an orange color.
Wood Adirondack Chair
My young friend Carter used his own twist to your adiraondack chair with this herringbone pattern. He made six chairs from your pattern with three different design. These look so amazing around my firepit.
Susan Morris/Carter Tillman
simple bed
This project took me about 10 hours. I enjoyed every minute of it! I built this bed for my son. I looked at other plans but you had to pay for them and they weren't as good as these. It's good to no that there is people like Ana that is still willing to help people. Thanks for the plans
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Tue, 07/05/2016 - 10:59
Simple Bed Plan Cutting List
Hello,
I've been on this website trying to find the plans for the Simple Bed Plan. I have seen many beds made; however, I don't see the cutting list (supply list) of the materials needed. Can you please help me with the supply list? My hubby and I are going to attempt to make this over the winter for a 3rd birthday present for my son. I would really appreciate the list so that we know what materials to purchase. Thank you in advance for your help with this issue.
Sincere thanks,
The Maynors
Sat, 01/19/2019 - 12:38
Simple Bed Plans
I am trying to build the Twin over the full bunk beds that stack. When looking at the site it says to use the Simple Bed Plans. When I look at the simple bed plans I get 3 pictures and that is it. I don't get a supply list or any kind of dimensions for the bed. Could you please point me in the right direction. I need to build the twin over the full bunk bed for family coming to my home in early March.
Thanks
Gary Dalton
Simplest Stool (as a water dispenser stand)
I needed a quick project that could easily be modified for my height needs and would make a good temporary base for my new water dispenser. This was perfect!
Farmhouse Table
We were looking at buying this table at Restoration Hardware but couldn't get over the price. I love the look of the table but didn't want to take out a mortgage on it. Once I came across this plan, it was game over. Went out, got the supplies, and had it built before my wife knew what I was doing. It is built like a tank and even my kids can't hurt this! We get so many compliments on it , thanks!
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Mon, 04/11/2016 - 07:56
Great job!
Beautiful!! The chairs go perfectly with the style!
And BTW, what about that wine rack on wheels?!? Did you make it, too? Love that! :) Would love to see a plan for that!
Mon, 04/11/2016 - 12:48
Thanks! We found that wine
Thanks! We found that wine rack at a store here in Phoenix. I thought about making one from scratch but I definitely was in over my head. We love it though
Tue, 04/12/2016 - 10:48
Maybe Ana can build a wine rack like your and add a plan for it!
Thanks for the info on the wine rack! Maybe Ana can add it to her list to make and add a for us! Hint, hint, Ana! :)
DIY Slim Truss Console Table
Just completed my version of the “DIY Slim Truss Console Table”. The base is made from 2” Rough Pine and the top from a nice Piece of Live Edge Maple.
Had a great time building this and just in time for Christmas.
Varathane English Chestnut
Varathane 3X Clear Finish
Heavy Duty Outdoor Farmhouse Table
Outdoor table and two matching benches. Easy peasy, albeit the table is pretty heavy to move. Stained with ECO.
Mark N
Dog Bed Window Seat
I wanted a place for our dog beds, without just having them all over the floor (we have 2 big dogs and 2 little ones. I decided to build a window seat in front of the large window in our dining room which could double as dog beds/kennels. While the base plan was off the large wood pet kennel end table, it had to be modified significantly to be wider, shorter, and sturdy enough to sit on. I am also still trying to decide if/how i want doors on here. This is actually 2 kennels next to each other (not 4) Next will be to build 2 actual kennels for the big dogs to place on either side of this.
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Sliding X Door Console
I created this based off the Grandy Style Console. However I used an actual cabinet style with adjustable shelves. Loved making it!
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Levi's play kitchen
We modified the plans a little we made the 2 pieces together instead of separate. We used a 2” hole saw to cut out the oven knobs, then drilled holes a tad bigger than the screw so they would still turn once attached. We also made the back splash taller to accommodate our faucet that had to attach on the back splash instead of the counter top. We used all pocket holes to attach everything it makes it look so much nicer but doesn’t need to be done that way. We bought vinyl circles for the burners on the stove. A dog bowl for the sink and a laundry room faucet for the faucet.
Links to products we used
Faucet - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KRCTHEA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Oven hinges - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004K7V8UU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
6 – 4 inch circles matte black Stove vinyl - https://www.etsy.com/listing/713062039/circle-circles-pack-set-vinyl-decal-car?ref=yr_purchases
Sink 56oz dog food bowl - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H6OXRN0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Oven handle - https://www.lowes.com/pd/Sumner-Street-Home-Hardware-Vail-10-in-Center-to-Center-Matte-Black-Pull/1001368422
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DIY Outdoor Chairs
Adirondack Chairs
Simple Beds
I used the basic design for this bed but altered it quite a lot to make the joins stronger, the edges smoother and the whole thing generally easier to take apart and put back together.
I used beech wood and completed the project at a woodworking club, so it's quite hard to estimate the time taken, as I only did it one evening a week and spent most of the time bringing the wood out, putting it away and clearing up each time I was there!
I am still undecided whether to give it an oil finish or to paint it white with chestnut wood stain on the headboard and footboard tops.
Island cart
Just copied the plans from ana, we built it for an auction to support a group home. it was easy and quick. the project panel was big enough to also use as a shelf when cut down for the top, we loved how the top and shelf matched. we built a bigger drawer to have a more chunky look.
Beach Bench
Thanks for the plans, Ana!
Rustic X Hall Tree
Completed this about a week ago. As usual, I went with the "--" instead of the "X", but it still turns out great.
Kids Picnic Table
Small kids picnic table (from Ana's plan)
Pa pop
Little Helper Tower
We decided to make a helping tower for my little guy for Christmas after I saw it on Pinterest. The curves were not the easiest, but I think they turned out fine. He's just finally starting to use it more as a helping tool rather than a playing platform. Definitely happy that it keeps him from standing on the chairs.
Thank you so much for this plan. I love this site!
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Sat, 07/14/2012 - 13:57
Beautiful! Love the colour
Beautiful! Love the colour too. I will be attempting this as a beginner project myself: fingers crossed!
Sat, 07/14/2012 - 13:58
Beautiful! Love the colour
Beautiful! Love the colour too. I will be attempting this as a beginner project myself: fingers crossed!
Craft Room Build
This project was one that I've been planning for about 18 months- I had to wait until we moved back into our home to start the build, so I had plenty of time to think about how to maximize my storage space in this small room with a slanted ceiling. My husband had some time off from work and offered to watch our toddler during the day time- so that was all the motivation I needed to start this big build!
Overall, it took about a week from beginning to end. The cost was between $400-$500 for everything- including hardware, paint, supplies etc. Still a huge savings over what it would have cost us to purchase desk and storage units to work in this room (I priced them out at about $2000-$2500 - WAAAAY out of our price range).
For the main desk unit I used the plans for the reclaimed look wood bedside table. I modified the height of the legs to 28" tall so that the sewing desk height was correct for when I'm sitting at my machine for hours on end. I also modified one of the units to be an open shelving unit, so that I could store my patterns and misc. sewing notions in baskets on the shelves.
The desk top was created by using six 1 x 4 whitewood boards joined with pocket holes. The corner joint is "woven" in a sense to give a unique look to the unit. I used 4 brackets in the corner (secured to the studs) to support the weight of the corner of the desk. I used Dark Walnut stain and then followed up with 3 coats of Poly (sanding in between each coat).
The two fabric/machine storage bins were made using the cubby bookcase plans as a base. Both plans were modified to maximize fabric storage with the small space- hence no face frame on each unit. The middle storage unit is one that was my first build a few years back, before I'd even heard of knock off wood- oh how it would have been so much easier if I'd known about this site back then. I added a plywood top with a piano hinge to fold out for a stand up cutting unit. For the legs, I simply went to the table/baluster aisle at my local hardware store and purchase some hardware to secure two balusters to the plywood top. Screwed them in on the outside of the window frame so I don't have to unscrew the legs every time I fold it up and away, cut the balusters down to the proper height and that was done!
The ribbon/wrapping paper storage was super easy- just used some of my left over 2 x 2 furring strips, along with 14 dowel rods and 1 /14 screw in hooks. I pre-drilled the holes for the screw in hooks as well as the 3" screws I used to mount it to the wall.
The thread holder was a previous build of mine as well- just cut out LOTS of dowels that fit into the peg board and glued them in place. Added a little decorative trim to finish it, and painted it white.
Overall I could not be more excited about how this build turned out...aside from wood working, sewing is my next favorite thing (I have a small Etsy shop and do local craft fairs for fun). Having the stand up cutting station is a HUGE relief, as after 10 or so years in the Army, my knees and back are shot (who would have ever thought that jumping out of airplanes wasn't good for you!) The fabric storage is great and allows me to see all of my different fabrics so I eliminate over-buying (which I obviously have a problem with) and purchasing doubles.
I can't thank Ana enough for her website- I grew up with a dad that builds everything, but was always a bit intimidated when it came to building stuff for myself. Her plans really break everything down to the simplest level of instruction and make the building process stress free. This was my first time building a cabinet unit and I was very worried about the drawers not working, but I just followed along on the instructions and they came out perfect.
Minwax dark walnut with Rustoleum POLY top
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Fri, 01/24/2014 - 10:23
Thanks Ana- I could have
Thanks Ana- I could have never done it without your website... I can't thank you enough for this resource!!
Fri, 01/24/2014 - 17:11
Impressive!
You did an amazing job, way to go! I love to sew too, and I think building is a lot like sewing...but with saws and hardware instead of scissors and a sewing machine!
Tue, 02/04/2014 - 09:51
help with corner weave
Stephanie Dexter -
Can you give us more insight on the corner weave? Maybe an up close picture? Angles? Board lengths? Thanks!
Tue, 02/04/2014 - 09:51
help with corner weave
Stephanie Dexter -
Can you give us more insight on the corner weave? Maybe an up close picture? Angles? Board lengths? Thanks!
Fri, 02/07/2014 - 13:09
Great job...
I would also like to see your corners up close.
Was your decision to not use a leg(s) for the support (and instead used the brackets) for a reason? Was it just easier?
I love the desk that size, but since we are military we move every couple years...I want to use legs for easier breakdown for transportation instead of something as permanent as the brackets. Not sure how far apart to space the legs for the support...
Fire Truck Loft
I built this for my son using the fire truck loft and playhouse loft plans combined. I put tread on the stairs to add safety and enhance the realism. I was pleased with the instructions. The hardest part was painting it red. I hate painting anything red. Make sure you get a primer tinted to gray that works with the red you choose.
Kids table
This little table and chairs were so simple to build. My little granddaughter just loved her Christmas present.