Mother's Day Cedar Planter Boxes
I made some of the cute little cedar boxes to use as planters. I love the size and they were super simple to make.
I made some of the cute little cedar boxes to use as planters. I love the size and they were super simple to make.
Since moving and finding Knock Off Wood, we decided now would be a good idea to try some gardening (again...after failed attempts!) These beds are so simple but beautiful out in the yard and for the first time I actually have vegetables growing. We used the cedar fence posts just as Ana suggested.
My husband designed this after the farm house bed. I wanted panels on the head board and foot board to "dress it up a bit" and storage drawers. He did a wonderful job. I don't think I have ever had a more prized piece of furniture. Now to find some tall night stands.
Thu, 07/23/2015 - 07:56
is there anyway to get the plans from him? for the adjustments and cubbies he made?
Wed, 09/23/2015 - 11:54
Any chance you or your husband would share the adjusted plans to include the storage under mattress?
Thank you so much! love your site and your work!
Thu, 01/21/2016 - 21:52
Hi Ana!
I was wondering if you had the plans available for this bed with the drawers underneath and the head and foot board ?
:) thank you!
vanessa
Wed, 09/25/2019 - 10:40
Ana,
Can you provide plans with pics for this bed? My wife wants it and I got tasked with doing it.
Sun, 06/07/2020 - 06:27
Do you have the plans for this in a King size bed with the drawers? This is a beautiful bed!!
thank you!
Tue, 01/26/2021 - 12:26
I would love to have plans for this bed with draws for a California king bed if at all possible.
I saw the barn shaped greenhouse plan but preferred a regular roof pitch. I did however incorporate the corrugated polycarbionate as a covering. I find it odd that you guys installed the polycarbonate horizonitally instead of vertically.
Anyway thanks for the info on polycarbonate.
Tue, 09/01/2020 - 17:47
Love this! I really prefer the roofline on your greenhouse. Did you modify Ana's design, or did you get plans from another site? Would love to replicate your design if possible-very elegant.
I'm so happy to have found your site! I've been wanting a potting bench for a while. Today the Hubs and I built this one in Daffodil Yellow! It is only partially painted, but I already love it! The hubs wants to build a modified one for his heavy electronics equipment. Thanks a Bunch!
Loved this build had to make it smaller but wow.
Paula
Only hiccup in plans was incorrect angles for tabletop cuts. Should be 45 deg, not 22.5 deg.
NOTE: Thank you for the feedback, we have corrected this plan error.
Radiator Cover! My son was starting to crawl and be interested in the giant radiator in his room, so it was time to cover it. I'm so happy with how it turned out and since we left 4-5 inches of space from the top, we can use it as a space to keep his air filter & light. I left 2-3 inches around the sides as well and put a board across the back for support and to keep the cover in place.
Margaret Cember
With another baby boy arriving in August, my one and three year olds are moving to a "big boy" room. My oldest decided he wanted a bunk bed and as they both are obsessed with tractors, when I saw the "John Deere Tractor Bunk Bed" plan, I was sold.
We would be needing a twin sized bunk bed though not a toddler. I used the classic bunk bed plans and simply modified them to suit our needs. I moved the ladder to the front, added a rail on the bottom bunk and added a small ladder to the side for my one year old to climb into the bottom bunk.
Once the the frame of the bed was complete, I added the tractor accessories. A couple of storage cubby shelves with fabric baskets for toy tractors which act as stairs up to the ladder and make the tractor bucket at the front. Also, the wheels which are made from joined 1x6s as I find plywood hard to sand and paint to the quality of finish I like. A cab & roof from 1x4s framed together. A side mirror that I decoupaged a picture of another tractor on. I used push lights for the headlights as well as a reading light above each bed (they're on timers so they'll turn themselves off). A steering wheel (play equipment access from toys r us). Also, I built and mounted by the head of both beds a "flat wall book holder" so they would have somewhere to store a few books.
My boys and I are fairly new to building so I spent a lot of time planning and measuring to ensure it would all come together in the end. It paid off because it all went smoothly (even with "help" from my boys). It's not perfect but they're very happy with the result. We also built a John Deere themed "Just my size closet" and even finished with over a month to spare before the new baby arrives! :)
Just want to say a quick thank you to Ana both for the amazing plans and also the inspiration to take on these projects. The time spent with my boys building as well as the resulting treasures are priceless and I would have never realized what we were capable of had I not stumbled upon your website and been so inspired by you and everything you've accomplished. Thank you!
Thu, 10/09/2014 - 14:12
I am new to this and I was wondering were to find the measurements for the twin size bed? I would love to make this for my boys!!
Mon, 10/20/2014 - 13:10
HI! You did an amazing job with this! Is there any way you can post the plans or send them to me? Thanks in advance.
Mon, 11/03/2014 - 07:48
Sorry for the slow response to those requesting plans. For main structure of the bunk bed, I used Ana's "Classic Bunk Bed" plans. For all of the add-ons, I made up my own plans. I'm pretty low tech so unfortunately they're just pencil & paper plans but I'd be happy to scan and email them to you if you're interested. Just message me and I'll send them your way. :)
Fri, 11/21/2014 - 13:26
Can you please email me your plans? [email protected]. Thanks!
Thu, 07/09/2015 - 19:48
I was just wondering if you by chance got three bunk bed plans?? If so would you be willing too send them my way??? [email protected] thanks so much
Thu, 05/26/2016 - 14:54
I know that it has been a while, but did you ever get plans for this bed? If so, will you please forward them to me at [email protected]? Thank you!
In reply to Plans please! by kerrihicken
Sun, 02/12/2017 - 07:36
if you recieved plans for this can you please forward them to me [email protected]
Fri, 01/02/2015 - 12:36
If you wouldn't mind sharing with me also I would love a copy. Email ... [email protected] This is by far the BEST tractor bed I have seen online! You did an awesome job!!!!! Hopefully I can recreate!!!!
Mon, 01/05/2015 - 08:44
I love this! You did an amazing job! Could you please send the plans to [email protected]
Thank you so much!!
Wed, 01/28/2015 - 14:08
Hi Veronica, Well done fantastic job! Two little men who want to move in together because of a new addition on the way. Their request though is a John Deere Bunk Bed! would be grateful if you could forward on your plans if you have time, Kindest regards.
In reply to Plan Request by Veronica P
Thu, 01/29/2015 - 07:18
Hi, I would love to get a copy of the plans used to make this bunk bed for my grand kids. Have two grandkids and a third one due the middle of February so got to get a bed made quickly for them to have a great bed to sleep in when staying with nana and pa. Plans can be emailed to me at [email protected] 731-415-9666. Thanks Diana
Mon, 02/02/2015 - 07:31
This looks so great. Could I get a copy of your plans? Thanks [email protected]
Mon, 02/09/2015 - 21:06
I would love to receive a copy of of the Plans for the John Deere bunk bed. My email is [email protected]
Tue, 03/03/2015 - 10:43
Can you please email me the plans. I have a 4yr old that is obsessed with John Deere. We would like to make this for his birthday. [email protected]
Thu, 03/05/2015 - 22:31
Just love the whole thing very beautiful & I was wondering if you could send me the plans for the whole set up. My email is [email protected] thanks
Mon, 04/06/2015 - 21:04
Hi Veronica, like everyone else i love your plans, could you possibly email them to me? Thanks in advance.
Thu, 05/28/2015 - 10:35
Please send me the plans for the John Deere Bunk Bed. I love it.
Fri, 05/29/2015 - 09:06
Please send me your plans for the John Deere Bunk Bed in the twin size. [email protected]
Sun, 05/31/2015 - 23:36
Will you please email me the plans for the John Deere tractor bunk bed? Thank you. You did awesome
Tue, 06/09/2015 - 08:06
Hi! Can you please forward me your plans for the john deere tractor bed to [email protected]?
Thank you so much and awesome idea!
In reply to Plan Request by Veronica P
Fri, 06/12/2015 - 19:31
Please, please email these plans to me! My son will love this!!!! Email is [email protected]. Thank you!!!
Thu, 06/18/2015 - 14:04
Thanks for being willing to share your plans. Your tractor bed is amazing. I have 2 boys who would LOVE a bed like this. Could you please send your plans to [email protected]?
Thank you so much
Sun, 09/06/2015 - 10:06
Dear Veronica,
Our grandson, 6 years old, will absolutely adore this bed. He loved riding on Grandpa's real JD tractor. Please send me your plans for the attachments. They are just darling and I could not do any better. Thanks for your generosity!
Fri, 01/15/2016 - 10:52
Can you please send me your plans? i am stumped on the arms of the tractor
Wed, 07/13/2016 - 12:12
Veronica P this bunk bed is amazing! Could you email me your low tech paper and pencil plans please? :) [email protected]
Fri, 09/13/2019 - 21:11
Hi Veronica. My 3 year old just loves the tractor bunk bed. I was wondering if you would mind sending me the plans you have. It would be greatly appreciated. My email is [email protected]
Thanks in advance
Wed, 10/16/2019 - 17:56
If you're still sharing, we would love a copy of your add-ons plans.
Thanks,
MyMaw and PawPaw
Sun, 08/23/2020 - 11:32
What an awesome build! We would love a copy of your plans if you could please share. Thanks!
[email protected]
Mon, 12/15/2014 - 20:19
Would you please email me these plans for your bunk bed? Thanks A lot!!! email to [email protected]
Thu, 05/26/2016 - 15:00
Hi! I know that it has been a while, but I see a message where Veronica says she emailed you the plans. If you still have them, will you please send them to [email protected]. Thank you!
Tue, 12/16/2014 - 19:22
Is there any way I could have email plans? [email protected] . Thank you.
Sun, 12/21/2014 - 00:35
Please email the plans for this to [email protected]
Thank you in advance!
Tue, 12/23/2014 - 07:33
Hi Veronica! I would love an email of the plans to make this bed. My sons thinks it is out of this world!!! Thanks for all you effort and wonderful job.
Sat, 12/27/2014 - 15:12
Would you please consider emailing the plans to me? We have started this for my son today and would love your insight on some measurements. Such a wonderful idea, thank you for sharing! [email protected]
Tue, 01/06/2015 - 08:21
Hello all. I've tried emailing plans to all those who've requested them. I had some trouble attaching the files as they were large so if you didn't receive them, please let me know and I can resend. Thanks
Tue, 01/06/2015 - 11:53
Hi Veronica. I did not receive an email. Woul you have time to try again? If you email me your address I can send you my fax number if that's easier too. Thank you so much! I can not tell you how much I appreciate your dedication to this! [email protected]
Sun, 11/01/2015 - 16:58
Hi
I didnt receive any plans. couldyou send methem please
Thanks
Jason
This was the second building project I've ever completed. I had to make a few adjustments to make it fit the size of ray's closet, but it was totally worth it. most of the work was in the measuring, sanding, and sealing of the wood. Ftting the frames can be a little tricky if your planks aren't perfectly straight. Otherwise, this project was pretty straight forward and can be done in just a few days depending on how much time you have to dedicate to it. Thanks Ana!
I built the octagon picnic table, and modified in a couple of ways.
1) Due to project deadline (Christmas) (and cost) I opted for composite decking for a finished top and bench, and pressure-treated 2x framing stock. Builder beware! Composite decking can be 5 1/4" wide, which impacts the spacing between the pieces, which means re-calculating most of the table-top pieces. Also, I added lateral structure underneath the benches (more weight!)
2) I really wanted that hole in the center, and hope that my solution (which slightly weakens the overall structural integrity) withstands the test of time.
Inspired by the Tall Secretary with mail slots but with my own twist/needs incorporated in it. Finished with pure white satin paint.
I wanted a big rustic farm table, didn't want to drop thousands on one from a store, so I decided to make my own!
I built it in the (formerly empty) dining room, with tarp on the floor and plastic to seal the doorways.
Was a big project and my first project so I started with the benches as this site and users recommended.
I used the farm house bench plan - just shortened the dimensions so that I could have two benches on either side of the table. Then I merged the two table plans so that I could have the top with the bread boards but legs that attached underneath (like the rustic table) so that they could be removed when we move. I'll work to upload my plans too.
Used Minwax Wood Stain in "english chestnut" and Deft Satin Wood Brushing Lacquer (instead of a Polyurethane).
Sun, 09/25/2011 - 12:18
Your use of short benches makes the set more family and guest friendly. I usually hand rub my finish, I think i want to build this and probably use 0ak 2X12's (know it will be heavy).
Suggestions?
I will use it on a Florida roofed concrete deck for an outdoor dining area. Typically more formal dinners. Deck overlooks beautiful cove.
Thu, 10/13/2011 - 11:00
Can you explain how you merged the plans to add the bread boards? I would love to do the same!
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 01:30
Would love to see the plans for this!
Looks amazing!!
Are the table legs 4"x4"?
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 09:09
This is exactly what I am looking for in a table to build. We want bread boards on the end and we don't want stretchers on the bottom. How did you combine the two to do this. Can you send me a copy of your plan? [email protected]
Fri, 06/08/2012 - 12:59
i would the plans for that table my daughter loves and wants me to build her one
send to [email protected]
Mon, 06/11/2012 - 13:19
We love this table! Could you please send plans to [email protected]
Thanks so much!
Mon, 06/11/2012 - 13:21
We love this table. Please send plans to [email protected]
Thanks!
Fri, 06/15/2012 - 10:00
Your table turned out awesome!
I already have old boards waiting on plans to be turned into a table. Any chance you could send the plans for your table to [email protected]?
Sat, 08/04/2012 - 13:35
Could you please send me the plans for this table? I love it and would love to attempy making it. Thanks so much!
Sun, 09/23/2012 - 14:37
Hi, Can you please send me the plans to make this table?
Thanks!!
Alex ([email protected])
Sun, 09/30/2012 - 18:34
I love this table. Can you please send the plans to [email protected]
Sun, 11/04/2012 - 11:07
I would love to attempt this!Would you please share your plans?
[email protected]
Thanks so much
Sun, 11/04/2012 - 17:17
This table is exactly what I've been looking for!! Could you please share your plans? [email protected] Thank you.
Sun, 11/04/2012 - 17:25
This table is exactly what I have been looking for! Could you please share your plans? [email protected]
Tue, 01/01/2013 - 06:09
Can you send plans for this table build to [email protected] thanks.
Wed, 01/02/2013 - 15:53
Your farm table and benches were exactly what I was looking for. Please send me the plans if they are available. Thanks
Wed, 01/02/2013 - 19:18
I would love your table plan. This is absolutely gorgeous!! Please forward table plans to [email protected]
Wed, 01/02/2013 - 19:23
I would love a copy of the plans for this gorgeous table you made. I am inspired.
Fri, 01/18/2013 - 18:01
Could you please send plans? I love the look of your table!
[email protected]
Sat, 03/16/2013 - 20:12
Can I please please please have the plans? I have a very narrow dining area and this table is PERFECT. Thanks
Sun, 05/12/2013 - 14:30
I would REALLY like the plans for his version as well. I am going to combine them. Can someone ask him to post or his he sending via email? If so, [email protected]
Thank you SO much!!!
Wed, 06/26/2013 - 13:09
Thu, 06/27/2013 - 13:34
Fri, 06/28/2013 - 10:49
Great table! I too would like plans - please send to [email protected]
Thanks!!
Mon, 07/15/2013 - 09:48
just bought a cabin and need all sorts of furniture. I love what you did and would sure love to have your plans and how you merged the two----both for the table and especially for the benches. Trying to do a 10' table for huge family gatherings. Thanks so much! You rock!
Tue, 07/23/2013 - 14:28
This table and bench set is exactly what I am looking for. You did such a great job!
Do you have plans that you wouldnt mind sending to my email? [email protected]
Mon, 08/26/2013 - 13:09
Hi! I noticed MANY requests for the merged plans. Did you post them somewhere or can you please email the plans to me at [email protected]?
BIG THANK YOU! Tina
Fri, 09/06/2013 - 13:49
I would love the plans for this table... could you please email them to [email protected]?
Thank you so much!
Beth :D
Fri, 01/09/2015 - 19:54
Hi everyone,
Well I didn't see all these comments! Sorry to have ignored your requests for plans!
This is the bench I made (I did four of these, and adjusted the measurements so they were each about 40" long)
http://ana-white.com/2011/01/farmhouse-bench
I was going to do this table, because it matches the benches, but decided I wanted a table with removable legs so it would be more maneuverable when we move!
http://ana-white.com/2009/12/plans-farmhouse-table-knock-off-of.html
I ended up using more of this plan in terms of how I assembled it, but adjusted the plans to have the tabletop include breadboards (the plank on top perpendicular to the long tabletop planks) and I used 4x4s for legs, plus the top was from 2x8s not 1x10s. I put in the optional cross supports too, and additional supports under the breadboard to connect it to the table frame and table top slats.. this is more info than you need, all to say, plans are flexible and you can do what you want!
http://ana-white.com/2010/03/plans-very-rustic-table-and-cool.html
Sorry I don't have detailed notes. I was very picky about the dimensions (based on space) and how high I wanted the table (about 1.5" taller than a normal table). I also measure the distance between the underside of the table and the tops of the benches so I could cross my legs under the table (an odd requirement).
Happy Building!
Sat, 03/21/2015 - 17:34
could you send me the plan for this rustic table that was made from the farm house and rustic table if they are available? Email to [email protected]
Sat, 03/28/2015 - 12:45
can you please send me the plans [email protected]
i love it!!!
Wed, 04/01/2015 - 15:10
I like the english chestnut stain. That works so well with this type of lumber. Great job. I plan to use the same stain on the Tryde coffee table I am building. Thanks for sharing your work!!!
Sat, 08/08/2015 - 12:30
Thu, 08/13/2015 - 19:17
Sorry! I accidentally hit the spam button but I really would like the plans for the table. Sorry for the confusion!
Thu, 08/13/2015 - 19:23
Ok, now I feel really silly. Obviously, this is my first time leaving a comment. I love the table. It is exactly what I've been looking for. Could you email the plans to [email protected]?
Thanks!
Fri, 01/08/2016 - 17:38
Fri, 01/08/2016 - 17:40
I made a smaller version of the Tryde End Table with Shelf. I made 2 of them from 6 2X4's
Mon, 05/25/2020 - 06:27
Love this! Do you have the dimensions of the pieces for this one?
I found these plans online and was just waiting for the kids' grandpa to come out and build it. Could be built in one afternoon (depending on how many trips to your local Home Depot, and availability of the correct tools)
Modifications from original plan:
6x6 instead of 4x4
Brackets to hold patio umbrella for shade
Added seat gussets for additional support
Added "wooden flange" around bottom of box to run lawnmower on
One additional center back support on each bench
One centered handle (instead of a handle on each end)
Stapled landscape weed barrier fabric onto the bottom
Sanded all exposed edges
Materials:
4@2x10x8'
12@1x6x6'
2@2x6x12'
8 hinges
2 handles
3 1/2" decking screws (for attaching 2"x boards)
1 5/8" decking screws (for attaching 1"x boards)
2+ 1 1/4" 2-hole straps for metal conduit (for attaching patio umbrella*)
*Our patio umbrella pole was 1 1/2" diameter, but 1 1/2" straps had too much play, so we used 1 1/4" straps and misc flat washers to adjust the snugness to the pole
Cut lengths:
2@2x10 cut to 72" (long sides of the box)
2@2x10 cut to 69" (short sides of the box)
Cut one each of the following out of a 12 footer:
2@2x6 cut to 75" (long side "flange")
2@2x6 cut to 64" (short side "flange")
No cuts were made to the 12 1x6's
Used one leftover 2' from the 2x8x10's ripped in half cut to 11.5" for arm rests
Used two leftover 2' sections from the 2x8x10's ripped in half cut to 21" for back supports
Used the last 2' cutoff to make two seat gussets (cut about 9 1/2" off and then ripped it at 45 degrees)
Used the remaining piece (ripped in half length-ways) to attach to the center of the backrest for additional support and as the attachment point for our handles
We decided to do one handle in the center of the backrest so one reasonably strong adult could open the lid
The bottom "flange" was assembled with the box upside down. Basically a 2x6 screwed to the bottom edge of the box allowing 1 1/2" overhang all the way around
After making cuts, but before assembly, we recommend using a quarter-sheet pad sander (or similar) with 60 grit paper to break all of the edges and round over any ends or corners that will be in contact with sandbox users
Followed other general assembly instructions
Just wanted to do something a little more original.
Sat, 12/10/2016 - 17:57
Hi. Are there any plans for this piece using the lift top hardware?
Wed, 12/21/2016 - 20:46
Just curious about the hardware and design if there are any actual plans for this coffee table
Wed, 04/08/2020 - 05:01
Where can plans for this lift top version be found?
We loved the radiant air in our new early 20th century house, but as our daughter learned to crawl, we needed to prevent her little fingers from touching the two radiators that were still uncovered. After I finished my first few builds, I custom designed these radiator covers with 1x2s, 1x3s 2x2s and 1x12s. Needless to say, I got a ton of use out of my Kreg Jig. On the middle panel of the larger cover, I used a bit of decorative metal that they sell at the Big Box stores (of course, it would have been easier to use more of it, but I am a bit paranoid about little fingers touching a metal cover). For a final touch, I covered the top of the larger cover with decorative glass. For the smaller cover, I matched the distressed pink throughout the rest of my daughter's nursery.
Seen these plans a couple years ago and finally have gotten around to making a set. This was a fun and really easy to follow set of instructions and I think they turned out really nice.
Jeff, with LaBrie Family Woodworking LLC
The better way to garden! I built the original, and then the fish got too big for the 55gal tanks below. Had to upgrade to 2 300gal IBC containers. Now I have 50 tilapia that are ready to eat, adn enough vegatables to feed us for the year.... awesome!
Built using Ana Whites plans for a Bigger Kids Picnic Table. Used pressure treated 2x4 for frame (legs and supports), 2x4 and 2x6 pine (fir) for table top and bench. Finished with Cabot's semi-transparent redwood stain and sealer.
With the help of friends and family, we managed to build this greenhouse rather easily. We had to start with the foundation since the spot we chose was not an even grade. We did this by filling sono tubes with cement and leveling each off so the greenhouse would have a solid place to sit. We then built out a frame around the outside of the cement tubes with some reclaimed 6x6's. After that, we filled the space with 5 tons of river rock and then got to work! After the foundation was ready putting the rest of the house together was a piece of cake. The frame was so easy to put together. We had a few minor kinks to work out here and there, I won't say this house came out 100% perfectly, BUT I am so happy with the end results. We chose to paint it a deep green color as a final touch. So far we just moved a few potted plants from our deck to the greenhouse for the winter. It has been working very well to keep the plants cozy during the colder days we've had. Eventually, I plan to build a potting station, shelving, and most likely a garden bed for winter harvests.
Mon, 11/09/2020 - 09:52
The foundation looks great the greenhouse looks amazing! I'm sure fun was had building it too:) Thanks for sharing.