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Sliding Laundry Hampers

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 10:29

I've had my eye on the Laundry Station for years. After making a few other projects, I finally felt comfortable enough with my skills to go for it. I purchased a 2'x4' project board for the top and decided not to cut it down to fit. I left a small (~1") lip in front and let the rest hang off the back so I have a larger work area. I used a paint sample (Wythe Blue) I had laying around to paint the frame of the table and front of the sorter drawer. I used a Minwax wood finish penetrating stain (Honey) for the top, and then sealed it with a clear satin finish poly spray. - Sarah H

Built from Plan(s)
Laundry Station
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My Ayla Cabinet

Submitted by Janettx on Tue, 12/18/2012 - 16:23

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.

Blog Link
All the things I love
Estimated Cost
300.00
Finish Used
Robin Egg blue with dark ebony to antique.
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced

Comments

Patrick Hosey (not verified)

Wed, 12/19/2012 - 18:17

This is incredible. Where did you get those spindle legs?

Janettx

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.

srodge1

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??

Workbench Console

Submitted by tracysmith on Sat, 09/27/2014 - 20:20

Building this was pretty fun. I've never done the type of carpentry where you would notch out a piece of wood before. I've seen it done, but never done it myself.  I altered the size of this build and omitted the center divider piece as I just felt that with a 5' length, it was un-necessary and obstructed the view. Plus I wanted to use baskets underneath to have hidden storage. I also added a shelf for the TV components.

Built from Plan(s)
Jilly and Mia Workbench Console
Estimated Cost
I used a lot of scrap material especially for the shelving as with it, it was more expensive than I wanted to spend. So, I'm estimating that it was about $60 for what I spent.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I used a Minwax mixture of stains. I used the weathered grey with chestnut. Then I covered it with a mixture of Lucketts green, Milk Paint. Used a little boxwood to have the appearance of many coats of paint and then another coat of Luckett's green. Finished off with a coat of hemp oil.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Ana White

Sun, 09/28/2014 - 12:04

Tracy!  This is beautiful!!!!  Thanks so much for posting and also on the tip about the plan issue.  Much appreciated! Ana

tracysmith

Mon, 09/29/2014 - 12:52

Thank you Ana! I always geek out a little when you respond to my work. :-) 

And thank you for posting the plans! I knew this was going to be perfect for my living room cause it just fits who I am. Funny thing is now my mom wants this as a vanity in her master bath! Thanks again for all you do!

Becca Trunk slightly modified

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 01/13/2017 - 11:22

I made this Becca Trunk for my daughter for Christmas.  I wanted it bigger so I made it 48" wide.  I also lined it with cedar.  It turned out pretty darn good!!

Built from Plan(s)
Becca Wood Trunk
Finish Used
I believe it was a Golden Oak stain with a few coats of polyurethane over it.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Junior loft camp bed

Submitted by lyds6382 on Fri, 09/25/2020 - 20:36

This was my first big build, previously I had only made the $10 ledges. It mostly went as expected! The hardest part, as many have said, is keeping the pieces still while drilling the pocket screws into place. The bed itself did not take much time to build, my time estimate is so high due to the finishing, and really it could’ve used a great deal more sanding and sealing. I was OK with a somewhat rough/rustic finish because it is for my daughter’s “forest” themed room.

I considered using bed hanging hardware, but all I could find used hooks or something similar, which does not seem wise for a bunk or loft bed, since someone could be underneath and accidentally lift it out of place! In the end I just use pocket hole screws to attach everything like the plans dictate.

Built from Plan(s)
Camp Loft Bed with Stair, Junior Height
Estimated Cost
about $120 for lumber and screws, maybe $30 more for stain and poly
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Early American
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Custom Console Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/21/2024 - 12:36

Based on your 2x4 console table. I cut 2x4s in half to make the legs and frame. And instead of putting the two slats on an angle I placed them all vertical and moved them to the back.  - Larry Donnelly

Built from Plan(s)
Box Frame Console Table

Western Train Table

I started with Ana's "Mom's Train Table" design and added a bit of western design to it. I also added two drawers instead of the empty space to store the train set and other toys to be played with on it when the coffee table top is on. The train table top is also loose in the space, so it can be swapped out or flipped over for another design, farm, train, city, racetrack, etc.

Blog Link
Night Fire Ranch's Carpentry Blog
Built from Plan(s)
Mom's Train Table
Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Danish Oil & Polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Rustic Vanity

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 01/15/2017 - 23:26

Ana, we saw your plans for the barn door cabinet that was pinned in pinterest and absolutely loved it and felt we had to build it but we had to completely modify  the plans to have it custom fit our bathroom. It was a trial and error experience never having built anything before. Thank you for giving us the idea.

Estimated Cost
$275
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Lacquer and Early American stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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First Woodworking Project!

My sweet son completed his first woodworking project over the weekend! He chose the board game lazy susan as his first project and it turned out beautifully! He used a circular saw for this but thanks to one of Miss Ana’s videos we are looking at purchasing a compound sliding miter saw in the near future. He genuinely enjoyed this project and has received great feedback from loved ones! Thank you very much Miss Ana for sharing these plans! Don’t underestimate the impact you are having on families as far away as Ohio :) We appreciate you and your time and effort!

Comments

Ana White Admin

Fri, 10/02/2020 - 21:14

That smile says it all, thank you for sharing! I can see many hours of games being played on that as well as many more hours, building great projects!

DIY Cedar Shed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 11/02/2024 - 13:04

Small shed. Built as a place to store yard furniture during the late fall/winter and then in the spring when it’s moved back out this shed will hold my pressure washer, blower, and other garden tools for the spring/summer seasons. Plans were straight ahead and easy to follow. I had to research how to cedar shingle a roof and thanks to a This Old House YouTube I was successful. I finished this in a natural color exterior wood stain to hold the color of the cedar and for more protection.

Built from Plan(s)
Small Cedar Shed
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Cubby Shelf

Submitted by Tourniquet on Tue, 12/25/2012 - 19:37

I used the Kreg Jig to permanently mount each shelf (two pocket holes per shelf).

Estimated Cost
$85
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Valspar Satin Black
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

rustic dresser

Submitted by marino on Mon, 10/06/2014 - 12:01

my daughter needed a new bedroom set... i refused to spend thousands of dollars on a new dresser and a bed. with a little hard work and help from Ana's plans... i was able to put these together and they turned out AWESOME!

Estimated Cost
$600
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
dark walnut stain and white latex paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Our closet

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 01/18/2017 - 20:19

We made smaller ones for each side of the closet. Love it!

Built from Plan(s)
Wood Closet Shelving
Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Early American
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Custom Toybox

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 11/10/2024 - 20:00

Needed a dress up box for my granddaughter so modified the toy box plan. Added a place for shoes which made it not so deep. Added mirror and sliding tray for her jewelry as well as padded the inside. She loves it and uses it all the time! Love your plans - so easy to follow and modify if needed! You're the best! - Sandy

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Toy Box

Puppet theater

Submitted by petera on Fri, 12/28/2012 - 12:03

I was able to use the lemonade stand plans for GRACE'S TOWN to make a puppet theater for my kids.

Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax golden oak stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

great project

Submitted by Hudsonic on Thu, 10/09/2014 - 16:01

Great site and projects! I had to add glass doors after I thought I was finshed. Then it was strongly suggested to add doors to keep gglassware safe from our four cats.

Built from Plan(s)
Corner Cupboard
Estimated Cost
Actually I reclaimed the shelving boards from shelves in a spare room that we were getting rid of. Probably about $100 as the 1/4 " glass ran about $50.
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Some behr paint+primer.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

booksnotbombs

Fri, 10/10/2014 - 07:11

I think adding doors to the top was a GREAT idea, as an owner of two cats myself. ;) It also adds a great look to the project. I think I prefer it to the ones without the doors. :) You did a wonderful job. It's beautiful.

Hudsonic

Sat, 10/11/2014 - 04:39

While the glass doors were an after thought, they do add something nice to the end result which I really like. Thank you for your comments.

Modified Rustic X Tables

Submitted by SuperTim69 on Fri, 10/09/2020 - 11:24

Used the Rustic X templates. Just modified a little. Thanks Ana White

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Coffee Table
Rustic X End Table

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Outdoor Reading Spot

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 11/14/2024 - 07:45

"Part of our back-to-school prep includes deep cleaning the closets, scrubbing the house from top to bottom, and finding more nooks and crannies to set up enchanted school spaces. This cozy corner is on our balcony and had become our afternoon read aloud spot...and I’m not going to lie, I LOVE it! 

My husband built me this Ana White daybed for my birthday and much of the rest was thrifted. But don’t judge me for how much I spent on those throw pillows. I’ve got a few more colors on the way and a whole nursery of plants growing in my bedroom until fall when it’s a bit cooler and then this space will be complete." - Rootedchildhood

Blog Link
rootedchildhood on Instagram
Built from Plan(s)
2x4 Outdoor Sofa
Seasonal And Holiday
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Vintage step stool

Submitted by jaderae on Mon, 10/13/2014 - 17:59

This project was wonderfully easy to build and it is a sturdy step stool I feel will last for a long time.  I was able to build it very quickly, with minimal assistance. Painting and finishing adds to the time but it's beautiful.

Built from Plan(s)
Vintage Step Stool
Estimated Cost
$25 including paint, and primer, and there are scraps left over
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
This is in my kitchen for my 2.5 year old to "help" me
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner