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Modern TV console table
This console table was a pretty easy build and looks great. We had the lumber store rip the boards to the size we needed. We used solid maple boards instead of plywood. We mitered the corners to avoid seeing end grain. Followed the plans pretty close. Used 6" hairpin legs from Amazon painted antique bronze to match handles. Very pleased!
Lots of prestain conditioner
Wax top coat
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Craftsman Frame
I bought this really cool print from a shop on Etsy, but I was having a hard time finding a frame for it My husband made the bed for his room too, and I wanted the frame to coordinate.
This was a simple project and really looks great in his room. We used an inexpensive pine and the same stain as his bed. I really wanted a green stain, but I couldn't find any like the type Anna used. This frame took just a little over an hour to put together.
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Built in Armoire (linen cabinet)
I modified the original plan so that it would fit in the area wher my old linen cabinet was. I also wanted the drawers to be visible.
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Laundry Station
My first project, something I took on with my kids. Lots of fun, errors, and lessons learned. Used an hvlp for stain and poly, so much faster and easier than brush or rag staining.
Thanks for the inspiration and instructions.
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Rustic logo end table
Made a gift for a Knicks lover. Used a dremel trio to etch in logo. Went back and forth on adding color and in end decided not to. But gave me another idea on my next logo table
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DIY Entertainment Center
Get behind the scenes on this entire project broken down step by step on my blog; http://www.lifewithfingerprints.com/2014/10/the-entertainment-center.html
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Corner Cabinet
built to fit messy corner. wife loves it there!
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Wooden chaise lounges
I didn't realize how expensive pool loungers were. Thank goodness for Ana White! I modified the size to 73 inches long and 22 inches wide so they would be a good fit for the cushions I got from lowes. Something to take into account is that the 2x4 won't be able to rest on the back legs when you use the 2x6 on the sides. There is no way to get it in. I didn't realize until I had built them but I just cut two pieces of 2x4 at 3 1/2 inches and placed it on top so I can rest the back all the way down. Love the end result!
Waterbased sealer-- will redo next time with oil based.
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Farmhouse Table
We recently moved from our small Minneapolis Bungalow to an apartment in Maryland. It was the prefect opportunity to build the Farmhouse Table plans I had been admiring. When we went to my parents farm in North Dakota for Thanksgiving we spent a couple hours digging through the barn to find old barn wood for the project. The wood then made the 1,400 mile trek to our new apartment in Rockville. Yes, you read that correctly…the table was built in our carpeted apartment! No excuses people…you can make this table in your apartment! If you do not have access to a saw your local big box home improvement store can make the cuts for you. If you go that route the cut list Ana has will come in very handy!
I do a fair amount of woodworking, so I was able to complete the project in one day. If this is your first project I would allow a weekend to finish it.
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Wed, 01/16/2013 - 02:25
wow this is stunning
wow this is stunning, you must be thrilled with the end result!!
Barn with lean to
When we wanted a barn for our children to play in and use for their farm we discovered that nothing could be found to fit our fancy online. So with the use of some pictures of old barns and basic ideas we started on our very first wood project. Our tools consisted of a sawzal a table saw and cordless set of tools. Many hours later we have this to show for it. We used lots of scrap wood and bought only the hinges, latches and one sheet of plywood so our costs are skewed from someone trying to do it with new material.
Easy Kitchen Island
This is my first build ever! Since we recently moved into a place with little kitchen space, I thought this island would be perfect for extra storage we needed. I modified it from 5 2x6 on top, to 4 2x6 so it would fit in the corner we wanted it in. So the overall dimensions were 54" wide x 22" deep x 36" tall. I also changed the 1x2s that make the shelves to 3x5/8 boards, 15 per shelf, with approxinnately 1 inch between each. I predrilled countersink holes and screwed them on using 3/4" wood screws. The stain is a walnut colored water based stain, and I coated the top surfaces with a matte finish poly.
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Wed, 01/16/2013 - 06:03
Beautiful! Can't believe it
Beautiful! Can't believe it is your first build!
Farmhouse Table
This is only the second project I've done, and I think it turned out great. I modified the measurements so that it fits 3 on each side and 2 on each end, 10 total (but it can seat more; the table is huge).
All I have is a band saw and a drill, and that's all I needed! The legs and support are Doug Fir from HD. The top is all 2x10's that I bought at a lumber yard so that they would have it kiln-dried and have the edges re-sawn. The only 2x10's I could find at the big box stores were green.
I finished it by sanding with 100 grit paper (I read not to over-sand doug fir for staining purposes), stained with one coat of Special Walnut (two coats on the breadboard ends), and 4 coats of satin poly.
This table is a tank. So glad I assembled it indoors, as we would have had trouble getting it in the house after it was all put together!
Leaning Ladder Desk - Made By Tara Holmes 2017
Leaning Ladder Desk - Made By Tara Holmes - Australia - 2017
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Pet feeding and storage station
Modified plans for the modern patchwork dresser so part of the top opens for access to pet food storage bins.
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Tryde Coffee Table
We took the origional plans and used that as the basis for ours. We re-designed it for our size needs on Vectorworks, a design program that we usually use for working in theatre. We bought all of our supplies at Lowes for around $80. Fortunately for us we have a fully stocked scene shop avaliable for our projects. We built it one day then the next we sanded it and stained and sealed it. Its a nice heavy table that we LOVE. we wanted a project to make something nice that will last forver, but still be cheap because we are on a college budget. We used an engraver to put our initials on the table so one day we can show our kids what we can do.
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Fri, 11/14/2014 - 13:40
Great Job on this! Love the
Great Job on this! Love the dark stain that you chose!
K&S Barn Door Console
Barn door console built by Kathryn and Scott Winkler of K&S Coastal Furnishings in Pooler, GA. The hardware is a custom design by Scott and Kathryn sets it off with her one of a kind chippy finish. Fb.me/kscoastal
American Girl doll house
Such a fun surprise for my 8-year-old daughter for Christmas! It took my 10-year-old and I several days to finish it, but we are so proud of the final product!
Reclaim wood look bed side table
Took a while biting think it came together well. Removed the top drawer so I could use it for the iPad. Then added the bottom shelf to hold the lap top.