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Altered Apothecary Media Console

Submitted by vlilly on Sat, 04/12/2014 - 08:34

I had the wood to make this for about 2 weeks. Started on Tuesday and finished Thursday evening! I wanted the look to be different from the Apothecary look so I made the doors a little different!

Built from Plan(s)
Apothecary Console
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Stained all wood with Rustoleum "Carrington" stain, then painted over the bottom part with Rustoleum "Heirloom White" Spray paint. Distressed through the white so the dark stain could peek through.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

jeanniemn

Mon, 04/14/2014 - 17:16

I love this! I just finished putting the frame together but wasn't loving the original door look. Can you tell me how you did the beadboard doors? And what hinges? Thanks!

vlilly

Sat, 04/19/2014 - 08:02

Sure! I just bought a 4'x8' sheet of beadboard from Lowes. I have about half left over. They sometimes have half sheets but didn't when I went. I had them to rough cut it into 20" strips to fit in my car. It came white but I painted over it with Rustoleum Heirloom White spray paint. I bought 2 12ft boards for the frames, I think they were 1/2"x2".. only around $8 per piece and they are stocked vertically at lowes near the beadboard (at the store near me at least!) I cut the beadboard at home and then cut the frame board to fit. I used glue and a brad nailer with 5/8" nails to attach them to the beadboard. My doors had to overlap the plywood since I had the extra shelf that was flush with the rest of the cabinet.. I couldn't inset my doors like she did at Shanty-2-Chic. I bought the same hinges she used, the brand is Liberty and I found them at Home Depot. $5 something for a 2 pack. They are awesome! The doors aren't heavy duty but we didn't need them to be. You could always add a layer of MDF or Lauan if you wanted them to be more sturdy!

I hope this helps.. I'll be glad to answer more questions!

jeanniemn

Thu, 05/01/2014 - 18:28

Thanks!! We are almost done but are stumped by the hinges (I bought the Liberty ones too). Any tips on those? I think we are just over-thinking it, it can't be that hard!!

jeanniemn

Thu, 05/01/2014 - 18:42

Thanks!! We are almost done but are stumped by the hinges (I bought the Liberty ones too). Any tips on those? I think we are just over-thinking it, it can't be that hard!!

pde00311

Fri, 05/02/2014 - 06:53

...has completely stumped me before, and buying the wrong type has halted one of my first projects. Make sure you pick the right hinge for how you want your doors to align. From my experience, HD sells mostly "overlay" and "3/8 offset" hinges, with a small selection of "inset" hinges. These links are to a different hinge manufacturers, but the little pictures/explanations have helped me figure out what type of hinge I need to buy:

http://www.rockler.com/how-to/understanding-hinges

http://www.menards.com/main/store/20090519001/items/media/Millwork/Belw…

(and vlilly, I love the distressed finish on the console above).

Portable work table

Submitted by nestico on Tue, 06/16/2020 - 18:47

This is my first build. I thought making a work table would be the ideal first project. I'm very happy I came across Ana's Youtube channel and website. I made some rookie mistakes with the cut list. I t was my fault but a good learning experience. In the past I have dreaded any kind of woodworking project. I became very frustrated using the garage floor or some makeshift work table. This sores nicely in the garage and is very functional. I did add a handle on the side of the work table to carry it to the work site. I'm looking forward to many new projects.

Built from Plan(s)
Portable Workbench “Woodshop in a Box”
Estimated Cost
$30.00 That includes lumber and hardware.
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Unfinished

Storage Dining Bench

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 03/22/2024 - 07:34

Kitchen dining bench with storage. Due to the plugs being in an awkward position, I opted to build this bench with a facade as opposed to adding a back and sides. This also meant it had to be panelled in situ which was a fun challenge! It has piano hinges as well as soft close pistons making for a great storage bench that is in keeping with the rest of our kitchen.

Built from Plan(s)
Banquette Bench with Flip Up Storage - Customizable Size and Shape

Farmhouse table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 06/18/2020 - 19:25

First table build! We modified the plans with no breadboard ends since we live with lots of humidity and wanted to allow the wood movement. We also used 4x4s for the legs. White chalk spray paint legs and custom mix of special walnut and weathered oak stains. We LOVE it!!

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Table - No Pocket Holes Plan
Beginner Farm Table Benches (2 Tools + $20 in Lumber)
Estimated Cost
200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)

Sewing/cutting table

Submitted by drc3924 on Thu, 06/19/2014 - 19:53

This has become my dream sewing/craft desk!! This project took about a week from start to finish (with work days in between). The shorter portion of the desk is used for my machine and sewing. The taller portion is used as a cutting table. The plans (dimensions) were tweaked some to get the perfect heights for me :).

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Craft Table
Estimated Cost
$200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
After sanding I painted 1 coat of interior primer the about 2-3 coats of mint flat interior paint. I decided not to add a clear coat just because I wanted to use my amazing desk ASAP!!!
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

tamaralyn79

Wed, 03/25/2015 - 06:31

Your desk is GORGEOUS!!!! It's exactly what I've been looking to build for my space. I would love to know how you modified the plan to make it.

TaylorMade1205

Wed, 03/25/2015 - 07:23

I also wanted to comment on the thread shelf you build, that is really awesome, you can see all your colors right in front of you. Mine are in a drawer and I have to pull the whole thing out to see what I need. This is really giving me ideas.

kchess

Fri, 09/04/2015 - 08:45

Would you please send the plan instructions (with measurments).  It is perfect for me as I sew and embrodery both and have two machines.  

DIY Greenhouse with Reclaimed Material

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 05/03/2024 - 08:00

My wife & I did this in two weekends, we're not that handy but your plans were easy to follow. Mostly reclaimed material. So fun & we love it!
Thanks!!

Tammie & Scott

Built from Plan(s)
DIY Greenhouse

Table

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sun, 11/13/2016 - 17:45

Table

Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Open Design Wood Shed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 08/26/2024 - 09:29

Great design. Weekend project. Thanks Ana for your detailed plans.

Wade

Built from Plan(s)
Small Firewood Shed Plans

Comments

Mcpotsie

Tue, 09/03/2024 - 05:11

Plans are off a bit, the roof 2x4 in plan say to cut at 43”, but on the finished pic you show the same 2x4 cut at 40”…… was so far along and had to redo after I noticed…

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Console Table

Submitted by stacie_b on Thu, 09/11/2014 - 11:05

Modified the plans only slightly - to make it fit perfectly in the space, and to add a shelf. Great plans, I love my table! Thank you, Ana!!

Built from Plan(s)
Simple, Cheap and Easy Console Table
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Mixed stain to get the color I wanted... still not quite what I was going for, but I was OVER staining at the end. ;)
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

$55 Fancy X Desk - my version

Submitted by burgan on Tue, 12/11/2012 - 10:31

Duel Computer Desk. I varied the desk width to 16.5" in and used 3 - 2x6's for the top. Other dimensions changed to allow for the narrower top. Purchased hardware for under desk keyboard and mouse tray. The His and Hers signs were made on a scroll saw by my wife.

Built from Plan(s)
$55 Fancy X Desk
Estimated Cost
$65
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Classic Black Gloss Stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

ScottyG

Mon, 03/23/2015 - 17:48

I'm building a computer desk myself and just purchased a 1"x16" x 6 foot project board for the top. I love the look of your narrower Fancy X Desk, so I'm thinking I'll go that route too. ヅ

8 foot long truss style farm bench

Submitted by Bigherd on Wed, 04/21/2021 - 05:01

I had a friend that loved the 48" long truss style farm bench. However, she wanted one 8' long. I modified the "2X4 Truss Style Farm Bench" and came up with this design. As you can see, she want a very specific stain color combination.

Blog Link
Like my FB page
Built from Plan(s)
2x4 Truss Style Farm Table
Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
stains and Minwax Polycrylic
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Little e's Train Table

Submitted by jaime19861 on Mon, 03/25/2013 - 14:38

I made this train/activity table for my niece's 2nd birthday. I did omit the bottom shelf to allow more leg room when sitting/kneeling on the floor. The one BIG issue I encountered was that I cut the top inset to fit perfectly. Then I painted it.... the pieces no longer fit due to the extra paint thickness. UGGGGG! So, I had to go back to sanding to get that nice fit again.

I put in a scrap of indoor/outdoor carpeting for "grass" for the train set to sit on. This is not glued in, so it can be removed if they decide to use it for something other than the train. I painted it using cabinet paint to give it a little extra protection against scratches and scuffs since it will be used by a two year old. I painted the inset white on one side, but I put chalkboard paint on the other side. This way, it's like three tables in one! An activity table, chalkboard table, and a train table! She loves it!

I need to get a picture of it with the top on so you can see the white and chalkboard sides. It was a really fun build!

I may build the smaller Lego version for my own house - not to play with Legos, but to keep the dog's tail from knocking over any beverages I set down! It also would be a nice place to store the laptop when not in use.

Built from Plan(s)
Mom's Train Table
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I primed it using Kilz and then used Dutch Boy Cabinet and Trim paint and Rustoleum Chalk Board paint for the inset.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

2x4 Truss Bench

I loved making this bench - only 5 2x4s. I used premium studs, sanded before building, wood glue/countersunk screws and filled them in. Used English Chestnut stain and I’ll add polyurethane to ensure longevity. My first build - the trusses/supports weren’t the right size, somehow we’re short? So I cut those out twice. It’s OK because I had excess anyways! Nice snug fit now.

Blog Link
Instagram
Built from Plan(s)
2x4 Truss Style Farm Bench
Estimated Cost
$60
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
English chestnut varathane stain, polyurethane finish
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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My First Greenhouse

This was my first attempt at building a greenhouse. I wanted my cucumbers to be able t climb high so I made the house higher than the plans showed. It's also a little larger too. Since I am in Europe my dimensions are in meters. The overall size is 3 x 6 meters. I also built it on top of 100mm x 100mm lumber (the equivalent of 4x4's). It took 5 sheets of 6mm thick polycarbonate in 2 x 6 meters.

Built from Plan(s)
DIY Greenhouse
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Square Picnic Table

Submitted by frmoody on Tue, 08/10/2021 - 07:05

Enjoyed this project although with the price of lumber it was a little expensive to build. The only modification I made was to put a cross brace in the centre of the table top. That allowed me to attach the top boards a little more securely as some of them were a little bowed. I'll add a better photograph once I get it out of my garage and on to the back deck. It is a little heavy.

Built from Plan(s)
Square Picnic Table
Estimated Cost
$240
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I stained the dark part of the table with Behr water based English Chestnut and the seat and top with Minwax Ipswich Pine followed by four coats of Varathane Exterior Gloss.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Train & car table

Submitted by Jrich on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 12:58

We customized the train table a bit and laminated the top into one solid piece so that we could paint a car map of our neighborhood on the underside. It's heavy! But with two boys in the house it's never really on anyways! :)

Built from Plan(s)
Mom's Train Table
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Tung oil
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

mswendsen

Thu, 03/06/2014 - 22:26

I was wondering how you made it possible to lift and what the process was to do the map? I am wanting to do something like this for hot wheels for our friends son so he has something to play with when they come over.
Thank you

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