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Sam's New Loft Bed

Submitted by blouden on Fri, 07/13/2012 - 23:18

Built my daughter the day bed, and my son needed his own bed. But with a 2 bedroom house they have to share a room for now. So I seen the loft bed and well this is what I came up with. I stained it cherry, and routed the edges to give it a little touch.

Built from Plan(s)
How to Build a Loft Bed
Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Cherry Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

TommyHawk

Fri, 12/20/2013 - 07:57

This looks great! I like the way you kept it simple yet more rustic type appeal without adding the top board (laying flat).

TommyHawk

Fri, 12/20/2013 - 07:57

This looks great! I like the way you kept it simple yet more rustic type appeal without adding the top board (laying flat).

Twin Panel Bed

Submitted by Luckysme on Thu, 05/01/2014 - 12:45

Thank you so much for these awesome plans. When I saw the original twin panel bed, I knew this was exactly what I wanted to build for my two daughters. I love super high head boards, and these are exactly that. I am in love. I did make some changes to the plan. I went with taller side rails, and used metal bed rail brackets. The brackets were super important. We move every few years being in the military, and I wanted something that would with-stand time and moves. I am also quite impressed how solid these beds are. I could never find anything this amazing in a store. I would also like to thank my husband for his help. It was our first build, but definitely not our last. Thank you!

Built from Plan(s)
Twin Panel Bed
Estimated Cost
200 per bed.
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
I used Annie Sloan Chalk paint. Paris Grey, and Old White. First I Clear waxed it, then finished it with a dark wax. This gave it more dimension.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

spiceylg

Thu, 05/01/2014 - 18:02

These came out beautiful and especially for a first build! Seriously impressive. Love the whole ensemble. Really pretty.

Danib

Wed, 06/11/2014 - 13:31

This bed is beautiful. You did a wonderful job on it. Could you please tell me where you got the big base molding for the inside of the headboard and footboard? Would love to try this for my granddaughter.

Luckysme

Wed, 06/11/2014 - 17:27

Thank you for your very nice comments:
Here is some info, let me know if I can help further more.

This is what we used for the base molding and the headboard molding at the top. http://www.homedepot.com/p/House-of-Fara-5-8-in-x-4-in-x-8-ft-MDF-Base-…

For the the inner molding we used two pieces of molding: This is the style (link below) we used, but ours was a little bigger, 5 1/4 inches. Couldn't find it on the home depot website, but this is exactly the same style.

The addition molding below is a finishing molding that we had to use since the above molding was not flush to the back board. It finished really nice. Glad we added this addition dimension. You can easily skip using it with different "above" molding.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/American-Wood-Moulding-LWM47-9-16-in-x-4-1-4…

http://www.homedepot.com/p/American-Wood-Moulding-WM100-11-16-in-x-11-1…

For the side rails we also used 10 inch boards. I thought it made the bed look more proportioned. I will add additional pics of the molding, so re-check pictures. Again, let me know if you have further questions.

Luckysme

Wed, 06/11/2014 - 17:27

Thank you for your very nice comments:
Here is some info, let me know if I can help further more.

This is what we used for the base molding and the headboard molding at the top. http://www.homedepot.com/p/House-of-Fara-5-8-in-x-4-in-x-8-ft-MDF-Base-…

For the the inner molding we used two pieces of molding: This is the style (link below) we used, but ours was a little bigger, 5 1/4 inches. Couldn't find it on the home depot website, but this is exactly the same style.

The addition molding below is a finishing molding that we had to use since the above molding was not flush to the back board. It finished really nice. Glad we added this addition dimension. You can easily skip using it with different "above" molding.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/American-Wood-Moulding-LWM47-9-16-in-x-4-1-4…

http://www.homedepot.com/p/American-Wood-Moulding-WM100-11-16-in-x-11-1…

For the side rails we also used 10 inch boards. I thought it made the bed look more proportioned. I will add additional pics of the molding, so re-check pictures. Again, let me know if you have further questions.

Farmhouse storage platform bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 05/23/2020 - 20:01

Fellow Alaskan here!
Wood and screw Materials costed $320
The metal storage buckets are outdoor drink buckets from Home Depot $200 for 8 of them!

There are 4 storage buckets on each side! We took this from your farmhouse plan and altered it for king size. And in after thought he made a baby co-sleeper to match, 30$ to make!

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Storage Bed with Drawers (Queen)
Estimated Cost
$550
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Weather gray stain
Watered down white paint
Poly on top!
Corrugated rusted metal is restored from a local barn that was getting torn down.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

DIY Wooden Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/05/2024 - 08:36

We needed a solid queen-size bed for our rental cottage, and Ana White had the perfect plans! Easy to follow, fun to make and such a beautiful big solid bed! We are so proud of ourselves. I can't believe we made this! I am really looking forward to my next project. Thank you Ana!

Blog Link
sandragrantpdt
Built from Plan(s)
Modern Farmhouse Bed Frame

$10 Shelves

Submitted by mgesinel on Tue, 07/17/2012 - 11:36

As soon as I saw this I had to try it! So cheap and so easy! Makes for a fun piece of art work/ practical storage for books.

Estimated Cost
$10 per shelf
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

X coffee table

Submitted by fresh5150 on Sat, 08/06/2016 - 17:46

I really love this table! Thanks for the plans! 

Built from Plan(s)
Rustic X Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
This was free! I visited the dumpsters at construction sites for wood.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax grey stain and satin polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Potting Bench

Submitted by Ronin on Sun, 05/24/2020 - 23:52

I built this for my wife, she loved the design and it was something we were able to do together. I did use 2x6 instead of 2x4 that the plan called for, it really made the bench extra sturdy.

Estimated Cost
130
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Spar Urethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Outdoor Patio Table

Submitted by stephanief on Wed, 07/18/2012 - 18:29

I built this outdoor patio table in about a weeks time working on and off. There are mistakes, it's uneven in places and it is not perfect! That being said, the plans for this are very forgiving and nobody would ever know without looking for these things.

You can get the breakdown on the build, the finish I used, chair solutions and other suggestions here:

http://legosecretagent.blogspot.com/2012/07/outdoor-patio-table.html

This beautiful table only cost around $60 total to build!

Blog Link
Outdoor Patio Table
Built from Plan(s)
Simple Outdoor Collection
Estimated Cost
$60
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax, specifics at http://legosecretagent.blogspot.com/2012/07/outdoor-patio-table.html
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Kentwood side table (Restoration Hardware Kenwood nightstand)

I DO NOT have a Kreg Jig. If you don't have a Kreg Jig, I recommend purchasing small mending plates. I got mine at Walmart, they were $1.77 a 4 pack. I do not recommend using 3 inch nail screws and trying to get them in super straight. While it worked for 3 face frames, the last frame I just could not get to work (maybe I was getting tired). Speaking of tired, I mostly build in the middle of the night while my family is sleeping. If you look closely, I put the 1x2 26 1/2 inch pieces on the front and back frame. Wah wah.... I had to add an extra 1x2 across the top and re-size the 3/4 inch plywood on the bottom.

I'm pretty sure everything went wrong for me with this build but I wasn't going to let a nightstand beat me!

In case you are wondering, the cabinet pull is from Anthropologie. I haven't decided whether or not it's too fabulous for this piece.

Blog Link
http://www.polaroidsandpistachios.com
Built from Plan(s)
Kentwood Nightstands or End Tables
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Ha. I stained it with Minwax Gel Stain in Aged Oak and then my husband wanted dark dark dark so I did 2 parts Minwax Wood Finish in Dark Walnut to 1 part Minwax Polyshade in Bombay Mahogany. Then somewhere along the lines I sanded it all down, put mineral spirits on it and stained it with Rustoleum Dark Walnut. I touched it up using Minwax Gel Stain in Dark Walnut. Then finished with Minwax Polyurethane in Satin.

TLDR: I could never reproduce this color again. Ever. That is all.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

2 x 4 sofa

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 08/10/2016 - 09:30

Made from wood salvaged from a renovation.  Cushions from Improvements Catalog and Target.

 

Pin For Later! 

2 x 4 sofa

Built from Plan(s)
2x4 Outdoor Sofa
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Behr Marquee exterior
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

Night Tables

Submitted by Aisha on Fri, 07/20/2012 - 09:40

I used the plans for the Reclaimed Wood bedside tables but I didn't want to make all those drawers (being a beginner) so I settled on one. It took me fairly long to complete but really it should have been only a weekend project. I love the way they turned out.

Built from Plan(s)
Reclaimed Wood Look Bedside Table
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
One coat each of Varathane's Early American followed by Red Mahogony. Two coats of poly.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Debi_G (not verified)

Fri, 07/20/2012 - 20:16

I too fear drawers.
Your bedside tables have turned out beautifully!

Simple Entryway Bench

Submitted by eulysses on Sun, 05/11/2014 - 19:46

This is my second project. I based it on the "simple easy storage bench". I made this for my wife, she requested an entryway bench as you enter the house from the garage. I'm glad I was able to finish it just in time for Mother's Day :).

I learned a lot by doing this project (e.g. hiding nails, wood fillers, warped wood, sanding, to name a few). There's still a lot of things to learn, I'm hoping to be able to practice more.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple End of Bed Storage Bench
Estimated Cost
$35
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Clear Gloss Polyurethane (minwax)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Simple Outdoor Table

Submitted by MrThompson on Sun, 08/14/2016 - 08:30

I was inspired by Handymommy's set, using the arm chairs instead of the standard ones, so thanks to you!

The wood I had was all rough cut 1 x 6's so I had to adjust the plans a bit.

Built from Plan(s)
Simple Outdoor Dining Table
Estimated Cost
$250
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Helmsman clear gloss
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Seasonal And Holiday
Spring
Summer

Little planters

Submitted by HOWsMom on Wed, 05/27/2020 - 13:36

Used the flower box pattern from the $10 Cedar Tiered Flower Planter, and added hanging loops and wire to make planters to hang on our fence !

Built from Plan(s)
$10 Cedar Tiered Flower Planter or Herb Garden
Estimated Cost
$5
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Hanging flower planters.
Nothing edible, as we used pressure treated lumber.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

$2.00 Scrap Lap Desk

This was a really quick and easy build. I built it with two bucks and two hours with some scrap wood I had laying around. The only thing I bought was a package of 2 standard hinges ($2). Also, I deviated from the plan a little by not including the lower storage compartments (didn't want it to get too heavy), making the legs 4" shorter (so it's more comfortable to use in bed), and not building the storage dividers under the flip-top lid. Check out more info by clicking my blog link!

Blog Link
What To Do With Two Bucks and Two Hours
Built from Plan(s)
Scrap Lap Desk
Estimated Cost
$2.00
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
A quick sanding and a coat of Rustoleum Ultimate Wood Stain in Dark Walnut.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Farmhouse Table

This was my first woodworking project. Thank you Ana for providing the plan and making it easier for me.

Estimated Cost
60
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax oak and fast drying poly.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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