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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.
Tilt out bin

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.



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Thu, 09/11/2014 - 10:17
Front panel
Can you give me a few more details about your grooved front panel...
did you just run the panel thru a table saw?
Tue, 01/24/2017 - 16:03
Size for 2
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
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.
Simple Panel Bed

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!



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Sat, 11/17/2012 - 09:42
How sweet :o)
LOVE the nightstands, but the story behind them is even better.
Mon, 11/19/2012 - 11:39
These look great. I think I
These look great. I think I can see a satiny sheen on them that is really pretty!
Tue, 11/20/2012 - 02:11
Great Work
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?
Wed, 01/02/2013 - 01:47
Made my own...
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!
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Mon, 08/08/2016 - 16:16
How beautiful!
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
I built this table for my wife for Christmas.
Rust-oleum Antique White for the rest.
Rust-oleum Triple Thick Polyurethane in clear satin
Hall Tree with Coat Hooks and Shoe Storage

We extended the height to 84” and width to 65”. We also added a 2nd bar for hooks.

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!



rust oleum ultimate polyurethane - Matte Finish
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Thu, 11/22/2012 - 05:54
You are very talented. These
You are very talented. These pieces are beautiful. I would never have guessed they were all made by "upcycling" old wood. Your story is very inspiring. Keep up the good work!
Thu, 11/22/2012 - 20:08
Thank YOU!
Goodness Pam, I really appreciate your kind words. I am always floored by your brag posts!
Cheers!
CP
Thu, 11/22/2012 - 19:09
Makes me want to sit down
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!
Fri, 11/23/2012 - 02:08
Makes me want to sit down
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

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.
Polyurethane Matte Finish
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Sat, 09/06/2014 - 17:24
Gorgeous table!
Congrats on an awesome project! You did a beautiful job and the finish is gorgeous!
Computer Desk

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.
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.



Rustic Barn Wood Console

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.
My finished flip top console table

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



DIY_Women Owens Nightstand

This piece came out beautifully! Took all of 6 hours to complete it. I used pine on this project.
Nephew's Custom Bookshelf and Train Table Bed.

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.



Modern DIY Farmhouse Railing

I am always inspired by Ana's projects. Here's a picture of our stairs that were inspired by her plans. I show my husband and son and they plan and complete. I love how they turned out! - Sherrie Gates-Scott
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.


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Kitchen island
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.
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1st piece of furniture build
This was my 1st attempt to build a piece of furniture. Plans were easy to use.