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We did it!!
This is the second thing I’ve built made based off of an Ana White plan! We followed as best we could? It got a bit dodgy around step 5 but we made it!
Hidden Gun Safe
I used your frame idea to install a hidden wall safe for valuables and firearms.
Bill Devereaux
Shoe Rack
I needed a compact way to organize and store my running shoes. As you can see in the pictures above, the answer was relatively simple. My google search led me http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/shoerack/ . I simplified the idea using 1x2, 1x3, and 1x4 boards. You can see the simple shape these make holds the shoes by the toe. I used a 1x2 board for a spacer between the two levels. On a whim , I added another spacer board and topped it all off with another 1x4 which fit perfectly as a shelf.
Before I assembled the pieces, I predrilld holes across the 1x2 boards. When I installed them piece by piece, it was only a matter of leveling and installing drywall anchors.
Dollhouse
I built a slightly smaller version of the full sized dollhouse. I used MDF for the house with the roof and pine for the and windows.
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Tue, 08/13/2019 - 18:45
Love this! How did you come…
Love this! How did you come up with the dimensions?
Modern Farm Table and Benches
Used the Kreg Jig for the table top. I followed Ana White's Youtube Video "How to Build a Tabletop" for instructions on how to do it.
Weeklong project for all three. Started on a Saturday and had it in the dining room and eating a meal the next Saturday!
King classic storage bed
Built fairly close to original plans. Though we did modify slightly to create a slightly taller bed.
We placed a simple - but sturdy 2x4 frame between the sides. The span seemed a bit wide and we did not want any sagging.
We skipped the optional drawers, instead we will be building lightweight wooden storage crates to fit the storage spaces specifically.
Not a hard project. Though be sure to measure twice before you cut. 🤣
Stacked Laundry Basket Organizers
First time building for re-sell. I sanded everything before assembly and used pocket hole contruction so I wouldn't need to fill holes. Each one will be finished per customer request. Each unit takes about 2 hours to build start to finish.
Rustic X Console
I spent about 2 weeks off and on working on this project. I was happy with the outcome. It was a project for my daughter for her 23rd birthday. She loved it! Thank you for the plans!
Vintage Step Stool
My take on the vintage step stool. Inset a 1x3 on the front top support (my pocket holes were splitting the 1x2’s) and it turned out nice.
Benchright Farmhouse Bench
Our first Ana white project! My husband and I are both really excited with the results. We plan on making the table too. I followed the plan and added comments/details/changes we made on my blog http://thehuth.blogspot.com/2012/09/diy-pottery-barn-bench.html I added pictures to follow along the steps from the tutorial.
2 coats- Minwax Polyurethane
Taylors coffee table
Coffe table for our living room. Really fit our style. I had problem cutting the plywood but i turned out great. I love the colour: Varathane early american.
Seesaw
Thanks Ana for the great plans!
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Modern Farmhouse Coffee Table
One of my friends asked me to build her this coffee table after seeing the gray one I built, so that's how I spent my weekend. She wanted something a little bit bigger than the original table I had built, so for this, I used 1x12 boards, and increased the height of the table by an inch and a half so she can add some slightly larger baskets underneath. My brad nailer is out of commission at the moment, so for this project, I used ¾" pocket holes and 1 ¼" kreg screws. I used a hammer and finishing nails and a bunch of glue for the 45 degree braces. I filled gaps with wood filler, then went crazy with my sander. I finished this project with Varathane American Walnut stain, then sealed with two coats of Minwax Satin Polyurethane.
Minwax Satin Polyurethane
Rustic Table and Benches
Originally built this to be part of a set and then took it home. (My two year old loves the bench!) Used 4x4s for the legs and increased the table thickness to 2".
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Thu, 03/07/2013 - 23:47
Love this!
I love what you have done here with the 2" top, and the 4x4 legs. Do you have any plans for this or can you tell me how you attached the wider legs from the inside? Still just screwed it in or some kind of bracket? Thanks :)
In reply to Love this! by Shari Hurley
Tue, 06/24/2014 - 11:53
Sorry!
I am just seeing this comment now! I used the plans provided, just switching out the top and legs. I did add a few extra 2x2s under the table top. The end 2x2s are right next to the legs and add a little extra support.
Fancy X farm table
This is my first attempt at furniture. Anna's plans were very easy to use and I had a lot of fun building this table!
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Tue, 10/18/2016 - 21:19
Thanks! I used a exterior
Thanks! I used a exterior semi transparent from Behr. The color is sable.
Farmhouse Storage Bed
I made this farmhouse storage bed using three different plans! For the headboard and footboard I used the plans for the regular (with no storage) Farmhouse bed. For the storage and bed part I used the farmhouse storage bed plans. I also put the footboard on hinges so that I could access the huge amount of storage under the bed. I got that idea from someone else on here who posted it. Hers had a built in box below the footboard for storage but I just really like having the massive space under there. (My kids think its their fort!) We also put 2x2 kickstands on hinges on the sides behind the footboard so that we could stand the footboard as a table. (I really don't think that feature will get utilized but oh well)! I'm very happy with how this bed turned out! This is the coolest coolest bedroom set I've ever had and I paid the smallest amount for it!!! It blows my mind! I did not add drawers because I really like the open look better. Thanks for these plans Ana and anyone else whose I looked at!
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Tue, 09/18/2012 - 12:19
Thanks!
Your bed is the one that I initially fell in love with... I've had it pinned forever! I got my pink bedding at target, but after I bought it of course, I found a DIY for it here: http://knockoffdecor.com/white-ruffled-quilt/.
First project--Updated Simplest Console
I'm pretty proud of my first project even though it does have some flaws. I learned a lot. I made every cut with a handsaw! Don't do this unless you want to have some seriously sore arms. I'm ready to graduate to a circular saw. I also used a hammer and nails instead of a nailer, so this project took me a little longer than it should have. Thanks so much, Ana, for the opportunities!
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Tue, 08/12/2014 - 14:43
First Timer - No Way
Using only hand tools? You did a great job. Ana offers great suggestions on what you need to start but here are my comments on some tools for Christmas or sooner:
Choose the miter saw over the circular saw. So much more useful and safer. For those times you need to cut sheet plywood invest in an inexpensive small circular saw. Lighter and easier to handle.
Orbital sander
Basic Kreg jig kit with drills , clamp etc.
Several lengths of pocket hole screws. You will use hundreds of them.
Square
Power drill
Clamps (Harbor Freight clamps are great and inexpensive) Get a lot of them and none less than 12" capacity. Miminum of six to start.
Eye and hearing protection
Titebond II or III glue
Tue, 08/12/2014 - 15:01
Thank you!
Thanks, Grandpa Jake. :) (I'm just going to call you that since so many of your projects are for your grandkids!) I was sorry to read about your problems today but glad you are so persistent. You weren't kidding when you said that checking for square is super important! I'm currently in the middle of my second project (the step up table, plans here on Ana White--actually done building but need to finish), and I took it apart/redid it twice to make sure it was square.
Thanks for building my Christmas list for me! I'm definitely itching for a fancy kreg jig, but I really need to get those clamps.
Rekourt Dining Table
SUPER excited about my table and benches I got to make with my dad. We spent the weekend doing this and I was so surprised how easy it was! It took hard work but I am proud of the outcome. I decided to go with the aged grey chalk paint. I sanded to make it distressed. Then, I put polycrylic seal on it. I did about 3 coats as it will be a high traffic area. Plus, I didn't want to bother with wax after reading reviews of having to redo it.
Patio Chair & Coffee Table
Still not done with it. I need to stain it and seal it with poly. I haven’t screwed down the center slats in the table yet so I can stain first but at least you get the gist of what it is ☺️ This is only my second table and chair set. Still going to add another chair and a sofa. And still not sure what color to stain it. May even go natural. I LOVE the red tones that are naturally in these 2x4’s.
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KeepitSimpleKe…
Sun, 07/05/2020 - 08:42
Lovely workspace with the new sewing tables
Lovely desks/space! And the sewing machines look like they're going to bring hours of fun! What kind of wood did you use for the tops? Did you route it to make it tongue and groove?