Corner cabinet
My mom had been wanting a corner cabinet in her dining room forever but every one we found was mad expensive. So I built her one as a gift. She loves it! I used left over paint from her dining room walls so the colors match exactly.
My mom had been wanting a corner cabinet in her dining room forever but every one we found was mad expensive. So I built her one as a gift. She loves it! I used left over paint from her dining room walls so the colors match exactly.
So many projects were built using Ana White plans.
This was my first project that I took on from this site, and I was very happy with the result.
I used the plans from the Simple Sawhorse Table, and adjusted to our needs.
The only real adjustments were instead of using a solid top, I used 2 2x10's. I also made the total length 90" on top.
Very great site, and hope to be building more soon.
I made the $4 dollar chair and Ana Table. For the chairs I used 2x2's for the legs to help sturdy it up and because of that my seat slats are closer together. It's a very sturdy chair. I can sit on it and it doesn't budge.
The table was easy to do.
Sun, 08/11/2013 - 20:35
This is just so cute! =D Now I want to stop what I'm doing and build one too; infectious! Haha.
The project went relatively well. Had to readjust in order to fit our king. I used 2x4s and 2x4 joist hangers to support the mattres.
I started off following the plan, then decided I didn't want to put a full back on it. Then I decided it was a good time to learn how to use my new router, and the next thing you know, it had turned into this! I didn't know what I was doing, so I just made it up as I went along.
I wanted a table like Ana's narrow cottage table, except I just wanted an open shelf instead of a drawer for a basket.
Here is my version modified to fit my needs. Thanks to Ana, of course. :)
This project is fun and relatively quick for the end result. All together, it took just over 20 hours. For the most part I followed the instructions and wood cuts according to the plan. I ended up having to tweak some things and I'm not sure if the error was in the plans provided online or my own error. Probably mine!
I thought I would add that, for the sign, I simply picked a font on the computer and printed out big letters (a size that would fit nicely on the sign) and then used those letters to trace out the border. Then I painted the letters by staying inside the lines! Easy Peasy. I used a small rustic rope and drilled holes in the sign to slip the rope through. I then tied knots so as to hold the sign in place. Works great and definitely completes the set. I thought about skipping the windows, but I'm so glad I did not. They really stand out and look amazing. My son loves to open them and just stare out (who knows what his imagination is making him see).
This bed is great because it allows for another area below. My son likes to turn on a lamp, sit in his chair and read. Thank you SO MUCH for this plan!!!
Mon, 03/14/2016 - 19:00
May I ask which mattress size do you used? Looks small for me and I'm guessing you've used toddler bed?
Sun, 03/27/2016 - 09:53
I used a regular size Twin Mattress. I'm 6'2" and I've actually slept in this bed : )
Took me a bit longer since I had to make a new cutting list as my table was smaller. Plus, the wife wanted a really dark rich stain on it so several coats went into the stain.
A friend of mine loves the tables by Harp Design Co. but she wanted changes made to it such as the apron being inset, removable legs, oak wood, specific finish, etc.
She hired me to make her one and it's been an exciting build! I built it from a pile of raw wood, turned the legs, etc.
My favorite thing to do is to inpsire others to reach beyond what they're comfortable doing - that's why I post about my projects through my website so other people will feel like they can do it too! https://theprojectlady.com/how-to-build-a-harp-design-table/
I'd rate the level of build as intermediate, but really anyone can make it easier or harder. The most challenging part is the legs - do something more simple, hire someone to make you some, order them online, etc. The posts I created for this table are in-depth but don't let that intimidate you!
Happy Building Friends!
Used a light stain to feature the cedar.
by Lawrence and Pat!
I am close to completing an outdoor set with only the table to go. My parents are going to love this at their new house they are building!! I found the cedar 1x4's at home depot for about six dollars a piece. I painted the base a basic semi-gloss white before I built the bench. It's so much easier to paint first and build later. I have a few more touch ups but I am happy with it. I used the Kreg Jig Jr to screw in underneath($40), which made this project and every project I've done so far that much easier.
Tue, 07/26/2011 - 15:28
Looks great! Love the two toned wood look. I wondered whether you added an extra support in the middle... sort of seems like there's one at least in the last picture. Also did you build the top completely separate so it was one piece? Sorry for all the questions. I really want to make this bench for a friend and I would like it to look better than the last outdoor table I made with my kreg jig. Thanks
Tue, 07/26/2011 - 16:42
Thanks! The bench had a little flexibility when I sat in the middle of the bench. I added the extra support in the middle which made no difference at all. It turns out that cedar is a naturally light and flexible wood. If I had it to do over again I would use treated pine for the white base and keep the top cedar. The 1x4 cedar from home depot I used is actually .625 x 3.3875 not .75 x 3.5. So as you can imagine, it threw off the whole slat configuration. Best thing to do is use 28 or so .25 inch spacers to place in between the 14 or so slats on level ground. Once you space the slats like you want, then you can maneuver the frame freely until its even on both sides. Once it looks even on both sides start screwing kreg screws at one end and continue until the last one is done. FYI - I highly recommend drilling the pocket holes first before building the frame in Step 1. Hope that helps!!
Tue, 07/26/2011 - 17:05
Almost forgot. I did add 2x2's in between the blue and green boards on each side of the frame to add more support. The middle board I added as you can see in the last picture did nothing structurally speaking.
Fri, 08/05/2011 - 10:11
Thanks for the tips. I finished cutting all the wood and am going to start putting it together tonight... After reading through the comments I think I'll join the 14 slats together with the side 52 1/4 boards before attaching it to the frame. Did you use an extra 1x3 for the second leg board?
This was my first "real" project other than making a small bench to hold my miter saw in order to make this project! :)
Saw these plans and instantly fell in love. I knew my daughter's birthday was coming up soon (she turned 4) so I got to work!
I used Poplar wood that had different nominal dimensions than the standard making this project not nearly as easy as what it should be. A lot of headaches, but seeing Tatum's smile on her face when we revealed her surprise made it ALL worth it!
I mostly used my Kreg Jig and Kreg screws. Used my nailer to tack up all trim. used wood screws to secure all of the walls together through the legs.
For the stairs, I purchased a large bathmat from Walmart and cut it to fit each step. I tacked it down with some staples and adhesive. I used 12" continuous hinges for the stairs and they worked perfectly.
Keep in mind other expenses, as the bill can increase rather rapidly!
My total wood bill was $398...but I used Poplar. If you go with pine, it will cost you less. $40 for primer and paint. $100 for new twin mattress. $30 for protective mattress cover. $75 for pottery barn quilt set (eBay). $13 for carpet on stairs. $24 for hinges ($8 each)!! $28 for 2 sets of sheets...bringing the grand total to a whopping: $708!
Very finicky to assemble, but love the finished product!
This is my youtube video of me building the loft bed.
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Thanks Ana for your plans. I used them but made just minor adjustments to the height to suit my daughter.
Having your website defenitly made things easier, from picking up the wood to the cuts!
Thanks!
Loved building these chairs. Last year I built 5 of the smaller ones for my grandchildren.
Carol Schiffman from West Orange. NJ
Problem: I want a serving table. I love the Rustic X Bench. Solution: Longer legs! This was made from the Rustic X Bench plans. We built two. And they serve us well. We love them. They are small enough to move around and use for all kinds of purposes from serving outdoor meals to holding the screw gun while I clamp the next ana-white inspired project (it was my tool holder/work bench when I built our chicken coop). Easy project made super cheap that works perfect for every outdoor serving table need.
My husband and I made 2 of these for my 3 year olds "Picnic Birthday Party", and they worked out great! We will definitely be using them for a while! They took about a week off and on since I just had a little time each day to do them, but I could have gotten them done in a couple easily. Very fun, easy project! We ended up staining the bottom support pieces and painting the top pieces a light blue, I love how it turned out!
Mon, 08/19/2013 - 19:13
This little table is just darling! The picture of your girls at the table is just the cutest thing! Thank you for posting this!
This was our first big DIY project and I absolutely LOVE the finished product. We now have a solid, sturdy king size bed that everyone loves. The plans were pretty easy to follow although I chose to make the headboard and footboard taller than mentioned on the original plans. The measurements came from another Ana White DIY-er http://diystinctlymade.com/2014/02/05/diy-pottery-barn-farmhouse-bed/ . For the bed frame, brackets and 2x4s were used. The stain use was dark walnut by Rust-o-leum and finished with minwax polyurethane semigloss. Working on and off, it took us approximately 2 weeks to finish the project; although, I'm pretty sure it could've been completed in a weekend.
Entryway console without base pieces to more closely match my other furniture.