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Modified Square

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 04/14/2016 - 21:46

We modified this table to make it larger for our growing family. It measures 42" (10 inches larger than the original plan). We added 10 inches to the length of the 2X6's and added 5 2X2's to increase the width of the width of the table. We love the interest it added to the table. 3 coasts of minwax cherry and three coats of minwax helmsman poly.

Estimated Cost
$80
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Mixwax Cherry Stain
Minwax Helmsman Polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Converted A ashley twin size bed into Twin size Crib

Submitted by Mamabear2 on Thu, 01/23/2014 - 09:53

I purchased a twin girls captins bed for my daughter to grow into but she wasn't quite big enough for it yet so I had my husband convert it into a twin size crib!!!! Im in love with how it turned out. My husband Free hand a crown on a sheet of ply wood and cut it out. I used quilt batting and covered it with pink material and did the tips of crown in purple.

Estimated Cost
80.00
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Big Ur Counter height bench

Submitted by dmcarwin on Wed, 04/11/2012 - 11:27

I have been wanting a bench for my counter for sooooo long! I loved the Big Ur bench and finally got up the nerve to adjust the plan to be a counter height bench.

Since I am so cheap, I like to collect wood from the free section on craigslist. And that is how this bench came about! I had these 4x4's (well actually they were a little small and had to adjust for that as well) And these great top boards, which were a little warped, I think it just adds a little character to the bench to not be totally perfect, like me! :) (that was a joke, I am FAR from perfect!)

I made it like the plan, and as you can see from the unfinished picture my little ones needed a stool to climb up on the bench. So I added some 1x2's to give them a ladder for climbing. I love how it turned out and the best part is that it fits at my table as well!

Now my husband thinks I should build a smaller one for the short side of the island. We have six kids and this bench only fits four....we'll see.....

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
Free! Scrap wood
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
I used one coat of Rustoleum dark walnut. I gave a few coats of water based poly and and at least three or four on the top.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Bunnie1978

Thu, 04/12/2012 - 08:56

The bench looks great. But I think you must be crazy!! SIX kids??!?!? I can barely handle ONE!

In reply to by Bunnie1978

dmcarwin

Thu, 04/12/2012 - 13:12

Yeah, you could say I am crazy, in a good way! I do feel like a chicken with it's head cut off sometimes, but I am not sure I have a handle on things, does anyone? It's fun though! Thanks for the comment on the bench, and I am WAY impressed with your son's playhouse loft bed, I am still trying to find courage to tackle a project that impressive, great job!

Leslie Is Ready

Thu, 01/21/2016 - 09:44

You did an excellent job on this! I'd love to build something similar, but with upholstery on top.

 

BTW, I adore large families, and know that your six little ones must be a great blessing!

Loft bed with desk and book case

Submitted by puffin_81 on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 05:14

My daughter's bedroom was getting a bit cramped so wanted to make a loft bed for her but I also wanted to incorporate a desk and some shelves for her books and toys. I started with the base plans from Camp Loft Bed with Stair, Junior Height posted on this site and kind of incorporated my own touch with the stairs, desk, book case. I also added a removable tray for when my daughter is eating a snack in her bed. It hooks on the top rail of the bed. Another addition I made was the wall shelf I mounted above the bed for storing her books, I-pad, etc.

Sorry but I do not have any plans for these modifications. I just made some simple drawings and winged it. This is my first ever build so hope you enjoy it

Estimated Cost
600
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax American Walnut for the dark finish and Natural for the light finish
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced

Shared Miter Saw Station

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 10/02/2023 - 10:48

A friend and I built the mobile miter saw stand from your plans. We live in a retirement community and use the saw in our woodworking shop.

Built from Plan(s)

Roll Away Workbench with Miter Saw Stand

Submitted by advanlente on Sat, 03/28/2020 - 11:03

After collecting my tools, I needed a place to store them that would protect them. I had already had two jigsaws break because I was storing them in a rubbermaid tote. When I saw this plan I knew it was going to be perfect for my shop. My husband was supper happy because I would finally have a central spot for my workshop. My boys were happy to help when they could. 

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)

Hailey Platform bed

Submitted by Delilah on Sun, 05/27/2012 - 07:01

We needed a guest bed in a hurry and this fit the bill.

Estimated Cost
100 total
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax provincial 211 and satin poly
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

norge79 (not verified)

Thu, 12/20/2012 - 06:32

Thank you so much for posting this platform bed. I am building my first home. I am doing the finish work myself. Needing a box springs for a mattress I decided to build my own out of the scrap 2x4's and 1x4's. This bed style will fit perfectly in my new home!

esirois

Thu, 05/22/2014 - 09:37

how did you attach the headboard to the frame?
I cant seem to find those instructions anywhere.

esirois

Thu, 05/22/2014 - 09:37

how did you attach the headboard to the frame?
I cant seem to find those instructions anywhere.

Workbench

Wasn’t too awful bad. The cuts were basic and easy to duplicate. I would recommend having some clamps to hold the supports in place while you try to screw them together. Otherwise, this table is pretty heavy duty and a lot bigger than I thought it would be. I sprung for a more durable and harder wood top, oak so the cost was about $25 more.

Estimated Cost
100
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
None
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Miter Saw Cart

Submitted by tracysmith on Mon, 06/11/2012 - 13:24

Love this plan, it was easy to do. I did modify it a little as did another member with longer support arms. I just purchased an extra 2x2 and cut it to fit! Thanks for the great plans!!! Hope to see more shop furniture on here soon!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$45
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
None
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Our Farmhouse bed :)

Submitted by drewant on Sat, 04/19/2014 - 19:34

My wife and I wanted to upgrade to a king size bed and we stumbled upon this website and are so glad we did. My dad and I built this over the course of a month, working a couple hours at a time as time permitted. It was a fun build and the plans are easy to follow. I encourage anyone building these beds to find the exact measurement of your mattresses and modify the plans accordingly.

Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Valspar antique white in semi-gloss 4 coats
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

wthalin

Mon, 02/20/2017 - 13:43

I plan to make a bed very similar to what you did. I like the idea that it has a headboard and footboard with storage on the sides. How did you end up fastening the head and footboards to the body of the bed?

JanieMR

Mon, 02/20/2017 - 21:06

Bought your book and I love it, pouring through it every nite.  Planning to make the full size farmhouse bed.   Got lots of tools in the Garage and taking inventory of what's in there and what I'll need, (none have been used in a few years).  So glad my husband left all the tools behind when he left.

I've already built the worktable and saw horses. 

 

JanieMR

Mon, 02/20/2017 - 21:07

Bought your book and I love it, pouring through it every nite.  Planning to make the full size farmhouse bed.   Got lots of tools in the Garage and taking inventory of what's in there and what I'll need, (none have been used in a few years).  So glad my husband left all the tools behind when he left.

I've already built the worktable and saw horses. 

 

chicken coop

Submitted by namaste7 on Mon, 05/11/2020 - 22:10

Modified to make the coop bigger and the planter smaller. Added 1" foam insulation on the inside and changed the design to use the "deep litter" method. This means the coop bottom goes all the way to the bottom of the support beam rather than using a removable tray. Added a steel roof with a ridge vent at the top. The chicken run under the coop is lined with buried hardware cloth so no animals can dig under the coop. All hinges are mortised and doors flush mounted. The coop is wired for power for a heat lamp. The planter is lined with a metal tray. The coop can be separated into two pieces so you can move it or rotate the top 180 deg if needed (so you can get to the eggs from the left or right side). Great plans, thanks Ana!

Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
cedar deck stain. Olympic. brand
Recommended Skill Level
Advanced

Comments

Seasonal And Holiday

Planters

I loved this project! First time I got to use my kreg jig!! Which I would recommend to any builder. Took me a few hours. Not sure how I'm going to finish them yet!

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$20 for both. I had some scraps left over from previous projects
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Haven't decided on Minwax walnut stain, or a yellow paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Farmhouse table

My 19 year old son made this for me in an afternoon. I did the finishing and used an oil based outdoor stain. I would try a different finish next time. One coat did not seem enough, and two coast were tacky. I love the finished table though. We will use it outside on our patio. I am considering having my son build another using better wood for the kitchen.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$100
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Superdeck- Exotic Hardwood Stain, Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Large Tic Tac Toe Board

Submitted by JamieLynn on Tue, 05/26/2020 - 09:43

Took some liberties with this one and combined with another plan. My first stencil project.

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)

Comments

Myron3

Wed, 05/27/2020 - 08:28

I love this. Functional but also decorative. Would you mind sharing the plan for your version?

I did it!

Thank you for all the wonderful plans!

i used the modified plan of the tilt out waste bin that Shanty2chic put out as a three bin laundry sorter.   It turned out great!  

It is finished with chalk paint, lightly distressed. 

Estimated Cost
$40 or so
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoleum's Chalk paint in old gray. Lightly distressed with the ryobi corner cat.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Comments

Barn door cabinet and mini fridge.

Submitted by Keldani5 on Wed, 06/03/2020 - 13:35

I built this from the plans on this site My wife wanted a coffee bar and I saw this plan and she fell in love with it. I love the Barn door hack and how everything came out.

Estimated Cost
92.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
I used a stain poly mix that I got from Wal-Mart inexpensive but looks just as good as the ones I had been buying at the local hardware store (Home depot, Lowes)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Comments

Office Remodel

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 13:13

Remodeled my office at work.
1x2 and 1x1 for picture holders
1x4 and 1x1 plus old white board painted in magnetic chalk paint
Old metal desk legs that were sanded and painted and added a wooden slab to the top
1x3 and 1x1 for magazine rack. Picked up basket at Hobby Lobby and had the Univ of Texas metal pieces
1x2 and nails for the clipboard holder
Sanded all wood and used teak oil.
Easy weekend project

Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Teak Oil
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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