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Modified Camp Loft Bed with Stairs into Bunk Beds

Submitted by tarzan21 on Sun, 02/08/2015 - 11:46

Using the Junior Height Camp Loft Bed plans...

I raised the height from 65 to 67 inches to better accomodate a bottom bunk.  Added bottom rails and extra 2X4s for the head board.  

I shortened the width and length of the stairs to better fit in the room, and in doing so, made a small mod to the post by the stairs to prevent the boys from falling down the stairs.

Kids Love them

Built from Plan(s)
Camp Loft Bed with Stair, Junior Height
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax Cherry Wood and Satin Poly
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

First Project

Submitted by dragondad on Thu, 08/06/2020 - 11:34

Well, I started with one chair and finished with a full set. Not bad for a first timer. Definitely room to improve. Little tip if you're going to make this amazing set... raise the backs as they are too low with thicker cushions. I built a casing to go on top after the fact. Pretty happy with how it all turned out. Thanks Ana for the plans... now onto the next project!

Built from Plan(s)
Modern Outdoor Chair from 2x4s and 2x6s
Modern Outdoor Loveseat from 2x4s and 2x6s
2x4 Outdoor Coffee Table

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Large Porch Bench

Submitted by kwildman on Thu, 11/14/2019 - 18:55

I used untreated pine for this project and painted with benjamin moore exterior paint. 

I modified the back a little and I love how it turned out.  I also added an extra brace against the back of each leg that fits under the seat for more support. 

Very easy to build.  I love the plan.

Blog Link
White House Wood Shop
Built from Plan(s)
Large Outdoor Bench with X Backs
Estimated Cost
75
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Black exterior paint
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Garden Shed

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 01/30/2017 - 06:26

Had to clean out my storage area to make room for my new woodworking shop, so a new shed was in order. Since my neighborhood does not allow large sheds i thought this would be the perfect fit for the small area right outside of the shop. I had to adjust the plan to make it narrow but longer. Used pressure treated fence pickets for the siding..

Built from Plan(s)
Small Cedar Shed
Estimated Cost
Cost approximately $300-350
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

King Farmhouse Bed

Submitted by jhavinga on Thu, 05/22/2014 - 16:31

Second project ive completed from Ana White, and I am very happy with how this bed turned out! The only thing I would fix would be the finish, I wanted it a bit whiter. not so creamy. Otherwise very quick and easy fun project to do. =)

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bed - Standard King Size
Estimated Cost
$300
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
1 coat of a basic latex white paint.
Then I sanded down just so raised grains would become exposed.
1 coat of dark walnut stain (wipe on with cloth)
Done.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Comments

jhavinga

Thu, 05/22/2014 - 16:34

Thank you for sharing all of these awesome projects. I was always hesitant when it came to wood, but now I cant seem to stop!

jhavinga

Wed, 06/11/2014 - 13:43

(You can do all this before or after your project is put together or not.)
Be sure to do a test piece before hand so you can see exactly what your getting :)

The first step I did once the head board and foot board were put together, was to sand any sharp edges or corners. I liked mine rounded and worn looking. I did not sand anything else.

Second step is to paint 1 even coat of a basic white latex paint.

Third step is to sand away some white paint. because we didnt sand it before hand the grains in the wood will be very bumpy. so the paint on the grains will sand off while the paint lower than the grain will remain. makes sense? hopefully i explained that right!

Fourth step is to now wipe on the stain of your choice. I went with Dark walnut. It stains the paint a bit bringing the white to a gray/brown tone. and stains the wood dark walnut so the grain patterns show up dark.

Let me know if you have any other questions and good luck!

jbogan15

Thu, 01/29/2015 - 07:49

What grit of sand paper did you use to sand off the white paint? and did you sand it by hand? Also, for the dark walnut stain, did you wipe off immediately or leave it on for a bit before wiping? Beautiful bed, I want to achieve this look!

jhavinga

Fri, 02/06/2015 - 09:15

Hi jbogan15, thank you!
For sanding I used a palm sander with 120 grit to get the job done a bit quicker, than went over lightly with 220. When staining I actually just dipped a rag in the stain and would wipe the stain on. =)

Good luck!
Justin

kosborn

Fri, 01/27/2017 - 11:05

Love this look! Exactly what I am trying to achieve...A few questions about the side rails. How high did you connect them to the 4x4 posts and exactly how did you connect them? Did you use brackets or screw right into the posts? Thank You!

barkleyl

Thu, 09/05/2019 - 15:07

I have seen several beds from Anna White. I was wondering if the frame require a box spring mattress or not. If not, are the beds lower than what a traditional mattress and box springs are. Thanks ! 

Tryde Coffee Table

Had a lot of fun completing this project. I was assisted by my fiance and her little brother.

Built from Plan(s)
Tryde Coffee Table
Estimated Cost
$80 or less
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Red Mahogany.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

Rustic Pot Rack

My kitchen needed a rustic pot rack to hang all my pots and pans. Instead of paying way too much money, I decided to get exactly what I wanted by making it myself. $20 worth of 2x6's and spray painted hardware purchased at The Home Depot in an oil bronzed was all that was needed to create this rack. I attached the hardware with metal screws to give it an even more rustic feel.

Built from Plan(s)
DIY Pallet Pot Rack - Feature by Faith Love and Babies
Estimated Cost
$20 for lumber
Approximately $60 for hardware
$10 oil rubbed rust oleum spray paint
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Special Walnut
Minwax paste finishing wax
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

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Master closet

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 05/10/2017 - 18:37

I tried to follow the plans as well as I could. I had the sheet of plywood and paint already. So I just had to buy the screws and coset rods. It was  around $40 or less! 

Estimated Cost
$30-$40
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
White paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

X desk with drawer

Submitted by RoseOfShaz on Tue, 04/02/2013 - 10:59

This was my very first project (yay!). I finally got over my fear of power tools and my husband bought me a jigsaw for my birthday. (Yes, I built this whole thing with a jigsaw! Clearly I was clueless about power tools back then! :) But even a jigsaw was pretty intimidating at that stage!)

Ok... so in hindsight it was a really bad idea to start on a project marked as "intermediate" for my first project, but I was so in love with this desk that I just HAD to have it. The drawer made it really tricky, but I figured no one has to know if it has its little quirks. :)

I saw a similar version of this desk on Pottery Barn's website, which retailed for a whopping $700! Thank you Ana for giving us the gift of amazing furniture for a fraction of the price!

Built from Plan(s)
X Desk With Drawer
Estimated Cost
$70 (probably about $50 if you already have some nails, screws, etc lying around)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Miniwax Jacobean wood stain
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Console

Made from pine boards and plywood.  Golden Oak stain

Built from Plan(s)
3 Drawer Open Shelf Simple Entryway Console
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

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Anna's Outdoor Sofa

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 05/13/2017 - 22:26

We used Anna's outdoor Sofa plans, which were very easy to read. For wood, we kept costs low by using pressure treated wood, and staining it with Minwax Colonial Walnut stain. We did use the lumber cutting service at Home Depot- only $15 for the cuts, and it made the project time very quick.  The cushions were from Lowes, and throw pillows were purchased the previous season at Homesense. We are so happy with how it turned out. Thanks, Anna!

Built from Plan(s)
Corner and Ends for Outdoor Sectional
Estimated Cost
$95 for wood, including cuts done by Home Depot
Screws and wood glue $15
Lowes cushions $ 200
Stain $0 (used for previous project)
Total cost $310 CDN
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Colonial Walnut
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

painter's ladder shelf

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 05/20/2021 - 13:28

I made this shelf from some old pallet wood, it took me long time to sand them.
I also made it about 5 inch higher, 1 inch deeper.
The result is perfect, I've already put my plants on it, love it! thank you Ana!

Built from Plan(s)
Wide Painter’s Ladder Shelf

Farmhouse King

Submitted by dl85 on Thu, 04/04/2013 - 20:41

Went together nicely. I had to use cedar 4x4s for the posts -they were kind of pricey compared to the pine.

Built from Plan(s)
Farmhouse Bed - Standard King Size
Estimated Cost
300
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Acrylic - high gloss.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner

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Nursetogo

Tue, 03/01/2016 - 12:52

Hello I just finished building the bed, and was wondering if you could give me the dementions for yours? Did you use 1x3, or 1x4's, also how did you attach by the headboard. Thank you so much.

 

Clothesline Peg Display Frame

Submitted by AndyH on Tue, 02/17/2015 - 16:41

Initially made this to display Christmas cards in.

Made from 1 by 4 No. 2 Whitewood.  Was stained with Rustoleum Driftwood and then painted with some left over paint I found in garage.  I then sanded it back a bit to show the grain and stain through.

The nails are 1 inch Clavos nails from a website called www.Directfrommexico.com

Measures about 30 by 25 inches on outsides.

 

Estimated Cost
Wood $4.50 as only needed one piece and used one left over piece. The large hammered nails were most expensive part at about $8. Line and pegs around $5.00 Stain and paint were leftovers. Total about $17.00. Have specified an hour or two but the down time between stain and paint drying obviously adds time.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Rustoloeum Driftwood as base and some left over paint. Painted on the stain without conditioner. Let dry overnight. Painted the next day and left another day to fully dry. Sanded by hand to show some grain through.
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project

Planter

Submitted by Neil B on Wed, 05/17/2017 - 00:39

Thanks for the easy to follow plans!

Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Farmhouse Style X table and benchea

Submitted by Rbmalatt on Sat, 05/29/2021 - 19:11

This is a Farmhouse X style table I build my mother in law. This was the first project I’ve done this big. Love the way they turned out.

Estimated Cost
$750
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Special Walnut stain on the top. The bases are white washed.
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

My first toddler bed!

Rather than buy a cheap toddler bed from a chain retailer I decided to build my own. Ana's plans were amazing! I changed just few things to fit our needs. My son loves it and so do I.

Built from Plan(s)
Lydia Toddler Bed
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Dark Walnut w/ Semi gloss Poly
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate

Keg Tap Handles

A buddy of mine brews his own beer (great beer btw) and mentioned that he was looking for some tap handles that he could write on to identify what brews he had on tap.   I decided to help him out...

For more details and photos, check out my DIY blog:

http://www.woodworkingfourdummies.com/blog/keg-tap-handle-diy

Cheers,

Ian

Blog Link
Keg Tap Handles DIY
Estimated Cost
$25 for 3 handles
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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