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Printers Triple Console Cabinet

Submitted by Blackfinn on Sun, 10/06/2013 - 11:26

When I presented my husband with the plans for this piece that is inspired by "Restoration Hardware Printmaker’s Sideboard," I thought he would tell me I was crazy! But he looked over the well-written and thought out plans Ana provides and set out to tackle this cabinet. It turned out BEAUTIFUL! We are so happy with it and can't wait to decorate around it now.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Estimated around $375
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
American Walnut (Home Depot)
oil rubbed bronze cup drawer pulls (Lowes)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Blackfinn

Thu, 10/10/2013 - 10:45

I know what you mean about line of projects! This one got bumped to the front:) And now lots of little things to do. Finding this website was a blessing (for me!) and a curse (to my husband). haha! I told him I get to build the next project!

Grandy TV Stand

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 12/27/2015 - 12:20

Modified the plans to make smaller and shorter to use as a flatscreen tv stand to fit up to a 60 inch tv. It has room on each side for baskets that I will put in later!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$120
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax polyshades in Mission Oak satin, and Behr premium plus ultra in satin Ultra Pure White
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Sofa Console Table Bar Height for Dining

Submitted by ezematis1 on Mon, 01/23/2023 - 06:55

I took the basic idea of the Rustic X Console. Raised it to countertop height so I could use it for three stools. I also added a shelf so people sitting on the sectional could put drinks right behind them. Added a charging station to that shelf as well. Topped it with a live edge black walnut slab. Finally, I didn't use the X because the table was too high and the base was too narrow to make the X work. I used a tablesaw to cut a grove in the legs and then put a 1/4 plywood panel.

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Factory Cart Coffee Table Stenciled version

Submitted by rustywmn on Sat, 10/08/2011 - 16:13

We modified our plan by use a router on the edges and stenciling the top. We used pine. We left our wheels the original industrial metal .
**This is one sturdy table and easily serves as an ottoman with large groups .

Estimated Cost
100.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Used a Minwax Oak wood finish and polyurethane .
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Outdoor Sectional

This was my first project ever! I was very happy with the way it came out! I just did a little adjusting to get it the size I wanted =) Cushions for a decent price was very hard to find, I ended up going to walmart and I actually really like them.

It took me a while to complete as I have a little one (turned a yr the wknd I finished) and only worked at night and during naps!

Estimated Cost
Apprx. 150$
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
The picture it just of it primed =)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Ana White Farmhouse Bed - King Size

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 03/07/2019 - 09:37

This King Size Farmhouse Bed turned out better than I could've imagined! It did take a lot of patience, time, and even left a few bruises but, a few months out, I think I would do it all over again!

We chose the Farmhouse King Bed Plans by Ana White and I read everything I could about it. This would be the biggest project I'd ever done. Through reading comments, I found the DIY Farmhouse Bed - King Version by Ed Hart. He had a few modifications I liked so I bought his plan.

Then, I set to work!

We have a Naturepedic mattress and built this bed to its specifications, including bed slats no more than two inches apart.

Check out this post to see the modifications we made to the Ana White Farmhouse Bed: https://sunshineandrainydays.com/king-size-farmhouse-bed/

Thank you, Ana, for the inspiration to build!

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Homemade wood stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

DIY Modern Farmhouse Dropzone

Amazing Custom Built-in Entryway Mudroom by 804_Sycamore using Shelf Help!

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Board and Batten Bathroom

My first project with raw wood and power tools! All I have is a circular saw and electric sander, but it went really well. It took about 3 days because I couldn't work straight through (silly life and all it's appointments!). Thanks for laying out all the prep work with your instructions, Ana!! My next project is a cubby shelf for towels.

Estimated Cost
$76
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Satin Finish Latex paint by Valspar. Upper wall color is Valspar High Noon in Flat Enamel finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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loniwolfe

Tue, 10/11/2011 - 21:38

That looks really great! I was just thinking about doing this in our bathroom, thank you for posting this! Now I'm definitely doing this! Great great job!

Tryde Coffee Table

Submitted by Krifenbery on Thu, 10/10/2013 - 10:46

This was a fun easy to do project that can be done in a day.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Sanded with 80, 120, 220 grit sandpaper.
Applied pre-stain with foam brush. Allowed to dry 1 hr.
Applied gray wash stain with foam brush, wiped off stain with lint free rags BEFORE stain dried. Allowed to dry 2 hrs.
Applied two coats of polyurethane with synthetic bristle brush. Allowed to dry 2 hrs between coats.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Project "Garage Organization"

Submitted by tnjyoung on Thu, 12/31/2015 - 06:57

I saw the "Easy DIY Garage Workbench" plans and got motivated for a little garage organization.

Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
None.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Aunt's Kitchen

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 03/11/2019 - 04:47

My husband and I redid my Aunt's kitchen.  She has no storage, hardly any counter space and her kitchen was cluttered.  So we painted, put up beadboard and trim, plus added storage.  We took the console table plan and modified it to fit what she needed.  We raised the height to 39" tall and made two tables for the "L" shape storage.  She absolutely loves her kitchen!  

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$125
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Shiplap Fireplace Wall

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 02/02/2023 - 10:21

Built-ins coming next! Such a great build!

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Pallet Coffee Table

Submitted by Emscan on Mon, 10/17/2011 - 20:09

We love our new coffee table! Thanks for the idea!!

Built from Plan(s)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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A gift to enjoy everyday and forever

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 01/02/2016 - 10:47

I wanted to make something for my daughter Jaclyn and her significant other Sam for their new condo that would bring memories to the table each and every time they sat at it with memories that would last a lifetime. This was perfect. I made it in a week and was ready just before they moved into their new condo. The top is a slab of maple and the frame is pine 2x4's. I deviated by using a 4x4 center post on each side of the pedestal. I used my keg jig to hide the hole in various places. I used chains, a hammer and nails to distress the top.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
kona stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

First time building anything like this

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 03/16/2019 - 12:04

I love how the 2 tone turned out!!!

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

End of the Bed storage ottoman

This was my first project. I already had a large ottoman, but it didn't hold anything. So I broke it apart for the box frame, added a bottom and hinged the lid. I was able to reuse the padding and upholster the pieces with sale fabric from Joann Fab ( love that store). Than I attached the fabric with a staple gun. Since it's in my bedroom, I like to keep wedding photos and such inside. Plus my 2 year old cannot open it!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$50, since I had the frame and padding already
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Tabletop Chalkboard Easel

Submitted by spiceylg on Thu, 10/17/2013 - 01:47

First project for upcoming annual craft show. Guessed on cost as we bought 2x6s and 2x12s on clearance and ripped them down ourselves for a cost savings. Used beadboard for the chalkboard because I got a slightly damaged 4'x8' sheet for just $3.95. Have to say that it's not the smoothest so I'd definitely go with something like luann next time. Still cute!

That last picture shows the second batch I made for the following year. I modified the plan to simplify it for me and use less materials by making it just one-sided.

Estimated Cost
$8-10
Finish Used
Olympic paint (not a huge fan). Sorry don't have color names. Purple color from oops paint at Lowes, Valspar, I believe.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Kentwood Nightstand

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 01/03/2016 - 12:36

I made this nightstand and one other for my bedroom. I used 1x2's for the door and diamond willow for the handles. :)

Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
None yet :)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Rustic X Coffee Table and Side Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 03/23/2019 - 08:53

I absolutely love how this coffee and end table set have completed my living room. Each one took me about a day to complete and $80 or less!! Excellent, detailed plans resulting in a gorgeous piece. Thank you! 

Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
The top is stained with Minwax Jacobean finish, then whitewashed with watered down Dover White From Sherwin Williams. Base is painted Sherwin Williams Dover White in semi-gloss finish.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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