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Narrow end table

I adjusted the dimensions to fit my space and added a shelf on the bottom. I built it using my Kreg Jig.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
I stained the end table and then polyurethaned over the stain.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Tilt out bin

Submitted by naomi on Sun, 08/31/2014 - 07:48

I love this bin so much I built a large one and a small one. The small one is for the bathroom. The large on is for the kitchen. This is actually a rather easy build. I used mdf. I grooved the front panel on the large bin to add character. This was built from Ana White's Wood Tilt Out Trash or Recycling Cabinet Plan.

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
White enamel paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Niewenhuis

Thu, 09/11/2014 - 10:17

Can you give me a few more details about your grooved front panel...

did you just run the panel thru a table saw?

naomi

Fri, 09/12/2014 - 01:44

I don't actually own a table saw.

I just used my router and set the depth so that only part of the bit touched the mdf.

It was just a matter of testing it until I found the right depth.

Hope this helps. :)

shelbyannec21

Tue, 01/24/2017 - 16:03

I know its been awhile, however the one you have both normal trash and a recycle bin in.. is that the same dimensions as the ana-white build for a single? 

I assume the trash cans are just flipped side ways to hold 2 instead of 1?

looks great, thank you!

Doll Farmhouse Bed

Submitted by rpd on Sun, 12/18/2016 - 23:57

Made for my grand daughter.  It was too cold in the shop to use carpenters glue, so I used medium thick, gap filling CA (cyanoacrylate)glue, and brad nails instead of screws.

 

Estimated Cost
$10.00
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Watco Golden Oak
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Simple Panel Bed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 08/27/2024 - 14:47

I built a simple panel bed using Ana White’s tutorial and plans. It is a big boy bed for my 3 year old and we love it! I think it turned out so awesome and I am so impressed with how nice it looks. Thank you so much for these amazing plans Ana!

Nikki at titusmom.com

Farmhouse Bedside Table

For the 7 years I have been married to my lovely wife we have used an old 70's bedside table and some Rubbermaid boxes as our nightstands. It was time to give my wife a nightstand that she would love. With the help of the Kreg Jig, a new table saw and some trials and tribulations in staining, I have given her a special treat. Best part: She loves them!

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

Comments

Jake

Tue, 11/20/2012 - 02:11

You did a great job on the night stands. What did you use for the legs? They look like 2x2s but where did you get them?

Scott Kershaw

Wed, 01/02/2013 - 01:47

Funny enough the legs are ripped down to 2x2's but they started as 2x3's. The 2x3's were cheaper at my local big box joint. What was nice about ripping them down on the table saw was that I could get a nice square edge on everything unlike just throwing a off-the-shelf 2x2 on there with their inconsistent rounded edges.

Balin Console Table

Second Ana White build!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$150-$175
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Console was painted Antique White and covered with Asphaltum glaze.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

kristyzed

Mon, 08/08/2016 - 16:16

You did a lovely job on this, I think it's my favourite of all of them.  Where did you find those knobs?  Is there a special technique you used for painting and glazing?  It looks like it might not be even everywhere but have a more random pattern to it.

Farmhouse Table and Benches

Submitted by Darrin Dee on Fri, 12/23/2016 - 11:09

I built this table for my wife for Christmas.

Estimated Cost
Less than $150
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Rust-oleum Weathered Gray stain for the tops.
Rust-oleum Antique White for the rest.
Rust-oleum Triple Thick Polyurethane in clear satin
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Fancy X-Table & Vintner's Hutch

Inspired by the Fancy X Table plans, this table was made from scraps of thresholds and door frames. The table legs were made from the runners and deck board from shipping pallets.

The Vintner's Hutch was created by re-purposing fencing for the wine rack, decking for the buffet top & pallets for the buffet itself.

The little guy featured in the additional pics is a twin to another accent table. All three tables can now be joined to make one 12' long table for the ultimate family feast. Magnets are used to make the connections!

It is an honor to post these on the Brag Board since I was inspired by the old "Knock-off Wood" to start building furniture 18 months ago as a way to bring in income and help pay for my wife's MS medicine. A humble and sincere "thank you, Anna" for reminding me that , even if I can't do much, I will never be accused of not doing what I can. You've inspired me to stop feeling sorry for myself when money was tight and collectors were calling. Now I proudly own Chucked Wood; where old pallets go to live!

Here's to life...

Cheers!

Cory
www.facebook.com/chuckedwood/

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$30 in screws, wood glue and some hardware
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax's Red Oak stain
rust oleum ultimate polyurethane - Matte Finish
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

spiceylg

Wed, 11/21/2012 - 14:51

What a nice post and beautiful builds! Keep up the great work and best wishes in your endeavors.

Cory Phillips

Thu, 11/22/2012 - 20:08

Goodness Pam, I really appreciate your kind words. I am always floored by your brag posts!

Cheers!

CP

Juanita_r

Thu, 11/22/2012 - 19:09

Makes me want to sit down there and enjoy the company of great friends and some wine, cheese and some fresh crusty bread. amazing!!! Your wife is very lucky to have you!

Cory Phillips

Thu, 11/22/2012 - 20:09

I'm blessed to have her. As cool as Anna is, Shelby has taught me how to be authentic, sincere and thankful for the small stuff.

Cheers!

CP

Juanita_r

Fri, 11/23/2012 - 02:08

Makes me want to sit down there and enjoy the company of great friends and some wine, cheese and some fresh crusty bread. amazing!!! Your wife is very lucky to have you!

Corona Square Coffee Table

Submitted by KevinBrown on Sat, 09/06/2014 - 12:54

This was my first handmade diy furniture project ever.  It turned out much better than I anticipated.  The lumber store that I used did not offer knotty pine in 2x6 dimensions so I improvised with 2x4s.  This project was a little time consuming due to the fact that I am a complete novice and I had to gather all of the necessary tools and learn how to use them.  Everything considered I am very happy with the result and I really enjoyed this project.  

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Dark Walnut Wood Stain
Polyurethane Matte Finish
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Computer Desk

Submitted by mjgreene79 on Mon, 12/26/2016 - 10:29

I made this computer desk for my college age daughter out of a 150 year old door that we got from her grandfather's homestead.  I think it turned out fantastic.  I need to add a glass top to complete.

Estimated Cost
$50
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
painted legs and base but left the door the original.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Rustic Farmhouse Dining Room Table w/ Benches

Made a vintage/rustic farmhouse dining room table with matching benches. Fairly easy DIY job. The notches were the most difficult. Quite heavy, so I suggest using less 2x2 for under-table supports. Turned out beautifully and very happy with it.

Estimated Cost
200
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Stain and polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Rustic Barn Wood Console

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 09/09/2024 - 09:20

My Wife of fifty years showed me a picture of this Ana White X Table a few years ago, then flew down to Florida to visit our Grandchildren. Two days later I sent her this pic. She asked how I completed it so quickly and I told her I would have had it don sooner but it took me a day to find the weathered barn wood.

Built from Plan(s)
Seasonal And Holiday

My finished flip top console table

Submitted by Janettx on Sun, 11/25/2012 - 06:36

What a fantastic fun project. I spent more time on the finish than I did building this piece. I used outdoor rail posts for my legs because it's all I could find. These rails were larger than the 2x2 required so the back top board had to be a 1x6 to accommodate for this size leg. Besides the narrow hinges I also used some supports under the top so the top would stay up when opened. I didn't want any tiny fingers getting smashed.
I am thinking of doing this one again but altering it to be a sewing machine table. I'll post a picture if I am successful.
Thank so much for the fun project.
Janet

Estimated Cost
50.00
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Paint and stain
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

DIY_Women Owens Nightstand

Submitted by diy_women on Mon, 09/08/2014 - 08:39

This piece came out beautifully! Took all of 6 hours to complete it. I used pine on this project.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Cost about 75 dollars.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Polyurethane.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Nephew's Custom Bookshelf and Train Table Bed.

Submitted by pondrider on Mon, 09/07/2020 - 12:50

Today Tracie and I had the privilege of delivering a custom bed to my nephew south of Houston. His mom, my sister wanted to combine reading, trains, and of course sleeping. I delivered a bed with their selected color, dark walnut, hidden lights, electrical/USB outlets, a rollout train/play table, and a bed between two sets of bookshelves. Yes, it is all solidly built to be ready to hand down to the next generation. Please know I enjoyed this project while being inspired further to build more. I bragged recently that this would be the perfect bed for English teachers.

Vintage bar stools

Vintage bars stools made for our kids ages 4.5,2.5, 1 (hence the reason they are high) the kids love them and I love the price tag! Around $15-20 each to make.

I left off the decorative corners.

Estimated Cost
less than $60
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
just white paint - as I found out I'm pregnant and can't stain anything. I really wanted them distressed but didn't wanted them unfinished for months because I already have a two page list (and growing) of all the things hubby has to do.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Kitchen island

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 12/30/2016 - 11:27

Weekend project worked out well. Also made the tall bar stools also found on Ana White! Topped with a granite countertop. In the middle, I went with a double trash can sliding cabinet. 

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

Comments

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