Slightly modified bottom shelves to be heavy duty. Used salvaged 60yr old mahogany paneling for shelves surface.
Made from re-purposed fencing slats, shims & copper tubing . The handle doubles as the bottle opener. I like that the piece will improve over time as the handle oxidizes. The Holiday Spirit now comes in packs of six.
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This was my first woodworking project! Thank you Ana for the easy to follow plans. Making this end table has given me the confidence for my next project - bathroom vanity unit, which is almost completed.
Wed, 09/10/2014 - 14:12
Congrats on an awesome build! You did an absolutely beautiful job! LOVE the finishes you used! :) JoanneS
Slightly modified version replacing the "X" with a Truss design on the ends. The table top uses a 2x8 in the center and 2x6 boards for the rest. This is because when you rip the edges off the 2x6's for a nice gap free table top the total width of the top is too small so the 2x8 in the center re-gains the lost width. Finished with Minwax Expresso and Spar Urethane Ultimate!
I built the original cabin bed for my son when the plans first came out and it has been such a huge hit. After seeing the loft version on RH, I decided to modify the original plans in an effort to give my son more floor play space in his room. The loft bed was his Christmas gift and I've never seen him more excited (he's four). Both he and his brother spend hours a day playing in the bed and underneath. It's hands down the most satisfying project I've built.
Mon, 06/24/2019 - 10:00
Hi!
I am so sorry I didn't see this sooner! I added the modified plans to the "blog link" section above. The modifications I made are in red. Feel free to email me if you have questions. I don't seem to get notified of comments on here.
Fri, 06/22/2018 - 17:50
This is absolutely stunning!!! I want to build the same one for my kids' rooms! Did I mention I love the colors as well? You did such a great job! Did you have to add anything for additional support since it's lifted higher than the original plan? Anything else I should be aware of or anything you can share if I were to build this bed? Thank you so much!
Mon, 06/24/2019 - 10:07
Thank you! I'm so sorry for the delayed response. I don't seem to receive notifications of comments on here. No, I did not have to add any additional supports. It is really sturdy. The build itself is very similar to the original, I just adjusted the height of the bed, and changed the dimensions of the upper cabin to leave more space on the bottom for play or another mattress. Hope that helps some. The plans are linked above in the "blog link" section if you're still interested.
Fri, 06/22/2018 - 17:56
Is your room 8' or 9' ceiling. Would you mind sharing your dimensions?
Mon, 06/24/2019 - 10:11
We have 8' ceilings. If you're still interested in the plans, I linked them above in the "blog link" section. Sorry for the seriously delayed response. I apparently need to check my notification settings. Feel free to email me if you have any questions. [email protected]
Due to COVID-19 the first 9 weeks of my children's schooling will be online. When I looked for cheap desks in my area they were completely sold out. I have been a big fan of Ana White's designs since I first discovered her through Pinterest. This was my first furniture build project and while it's not perfect I will definitely be attempting another. I modified the height of the desks to fit my 1st and 5th graders. I also decided to add a second bookcase for extra support and storage. My husband owns a flooring store and he had custom quartz desktops made instead of using wood. We temporarily glued the desktops on versus a more permanent install. This is so when the kids go back to school full time and the desks are no longer needed in our dining room we can remove the bookshelves, finish the tops off in another way and move the bookshelves to their bedrooms! I may still add cork-board to the front section of each desk but I am undecided at the moment.
The standard play kitchen. The pine planks used were not a consistent 12 inches. I would recommend using plywood. Finished with hardware from IKEA ( blue handles) and lowes (flowers and hinges).
We've built a headboard, two nightstands a farmhouse table and bench all off of knockoff wood and this workbench console table and hutch was the Easiest build yet !
We didn't use pocket holes so instead of doing the middle center shelf of the hutch we chose to keep it open. I actually love the way this looks better than the original plan!
Waiting on our black bear mount bottle opener that will be attached later this week and then we can't wait to stock up our new bar. It looks great next to our farmhouse table and bench!!! Thanks for the deer antler inspiration - this gave the perfect finishing touch!
4'x4' Coffee Table
This was my second ever project. I think this will become a long time hobby.
2 years ago I mad a TV stand that was nice. I decided to make a new one now that I know more about wood work. First one was made from Lowes top choice oak plywood and took a lot of work. I have discovered real hardwood stores and for plywood I like Baltic Birch.
I didn't make any hard plans for this one, made it by ear. 2 sheets of 5x5 18mm (3/4) 1/2 sheet of 12mm (1/2) and a 1/2 sheet of 6mm (1/4) Baltic. For edging I left the baltic alone and just rounded it over.
60'wx20"dx 28h
I modified the plans from the storage bed to create two benches according to the sizes I needed. The benches were arranged in an L formation and secured to the walls and to a base that I built from 2x4s. I made overlay (correct terminology?) drawers using accuride drawer slides that were super easy to install. Floor molding around the base and some 1x2s for the trim. Drawer handles from the depot. Custom cushions ordered online (I can't sew and yes this was the most expensive part of the project). Pillows from Kohl's with free ship and a 30% off coupon - whoo hoo!
We used Behr cloud burst for the colour and Minwax special walnut for the stained platform. I hand drew and painted the owl (the wings are scrapbook paper) and coated with three coats of polyurethane.
Sun, 09/21/2014 - 08:51
I love the paint job, but am unsure of what the item is. Can you please explain? Thanks!
Sun, 09/21/2014 - 14:19
The helper tower is a sort of step stool with sides, for your child to stand by you and be your "little helper" in the kitchen, workshop, craft room -- it's a super cute idea. :) Here's the link to the plan that has lots of adorable pictures from Ana and readers who have built them.
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Sun, 09/21/2014 - 16:20
Thanks! That helps explain the little platform :)
I have no children young enough for this. Maybe someday when I have grandchildren.
It was very easy to follow the directions and the costs were minimal. Our granddaughter is in heaven with this bed.
Modified the console table by height (approx 39"), length (approx 40"), and eliminated the middle shelf. I can't put an accurate $ estimate since I bought wood for three projects and this was one of them.
Thanks again to Ana for the instructions. It turned out great!
This was my first ana white project. I didn't take great photos. I also modified the bunk a bit for small children. I added a bunk right on the floor and made the legs slightly longer so that there was some headroom. After the kids grew a little, we switched it back to just the clubhouse with some room underneath for storage/playing. First time using pocket holes too.
I wanted to make a China Cabinet and I couldn't find a plan for one on Ana's so I used the Ayla Cabinet plan and I just made it bigger. This cabinet is 46 inches wide x 17 1/2 inches deep x 64 inches tall. I also added 4 glass doors and one large drawer in the middle. I added the bottom shelf and baskets because I felt the cabinet legs would be more secure with this option. The reason there are 4 cabinet drawers is because I added a middle shelf and a center support. I did not take into consideration the doors being inset when I added the middle support so I had to make 4 doors so that they would be inset. I also added crown molding to the top of the project. I'm not sure you can see but I also carved a Fleur de lis and scrolls onto the drawer.
This took me about 2 weeks to complete....and a lot of tears but it is complete and I am very pleased.
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Sun, 12/23/2012 - 04:42
I got them at home depot. they are stair spindles, very cheap 5.00 each. I cut each one at a pleasing location on the spindle and the length I wanted then I used a double ended screw and screwed them into the leg and to the cabinet, I also used glue to make sure they were secure. I decided the legs were not safe without the bottom shelf because this piece is so large and heavy, so this is the reason there is a bottom shelf.
Sun, 01/10/2021 - 21:03
Janettx ... you did a GREAT job!! I've got this project planned for the spring . We're having our annual church auction and I know it will sell high! I was considering buying furniture anchors since it will be for a child and I want to make sure it won't tip over. Did you have any issues with the project being top heavy??
made this farmhouse table 30in tall 4ft long and 26in wide,
I wrote a blog entry about this project that you can find at:
https://1thing1week.com/2017/01/09/airplane-shelf-for-a-nursery/
This shelf is great for beginners, easy to assemble and very inexpensive! I had a blast making it. I made it for my expected son's airplane themed nursery.
I started learning woodworking several weeks ago and came across your video and plans for the Farmhouse Counter Stool. It was easy to follow, and I love how it turned out! I made one first as a test, and I think I'll make three more. Thanks Ana!
Fri, 09/25/2020 - 14:57
Welcome to the woodworking community, it looks fantastic! Thank you for sharing:)