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Pantry Cabinet
Pantry cabinet, with lots of room, Ana-inspired. We combined ideas from the Momplex kitchen, simple armoire, and benchmark storage, and we are super pleased with how this turned out. We built it in 2 pieces, attached together and then secured to the base and wall studs so it’s a ‘built-in’. Then we added lots of trim and painted to match the dining room. The opening at the left is large enough to fit pretty much any size microwave, and there’s a dedicated outlet behind it in the opening. The shelves are spaced wide enough apart for tall cereal boxes, tall bottles, and chip bags to stand upright. Overall finished cabinet size is 48" wide and 95 3/4" tall. This took us several days to complete. Since the doors are tall and kind of heavy, we added the Blum cabinet door dampeners from Rockler (these things really work!). Ana, thank you so much for the inspiration. I don’t think we would have tried this if it wasn’t for you. We love our new pantry!
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Sat, 07/21/2012 - 07:44
Beautiful!
It looks amazing! What a great idea to add it as a built-in. Nice modification for the microwave.
Stool
My first project! it took me longer than it should have but I had never used a jig saw or hinges before. The kids were 2&3 (now 3&4) and they LOVE them!
Pallet Shelf/coat rack
This was a super easy project. We love how it turned out
- Minwax early American Stain
Workbench Desk
Wanted a desk that was not your typical desk, this was my first project using plans from Ana White and it was easy to follow that it keeps me coming back, thank you Ana!
Modern Adirondack Chair
Built by Boatman
Twin Farmhouse Bed
My daughter learned to climb out of her crib so we rushed to the furniture stores to find her a bed. I was very disappointed in the quality we found. I had this project in the back of my mind but didn't know how quickly I could get it done. It was really quite easy and we got her in her new bed in no time! She loves it and I think it was better than anything we saw in a store and way less expensive!! I even made the quilt for her.
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King Sized Hailey Bed - Customized
I took these plans (http://ana-white.com/2012/01/plans/hailey-platform-bed) and adjusted the size for a king size bed. I beefed up the sides with 2x10's instead of 2x6's and extended the trim to 1x4's instead of 1x3's.
Adirondack Chairs and end table
Easy project to build. I added a full board to make chair 4in wider. I also counter sank all screws and used wood plugs to cover screws. I also used 1x4's for all the slats and arm rests. Didn't use 1x3's at all. I added cup holders with some scrap left over wood. Got some plastic cup holder inserts.
Modern Geo Headboard
For more information and photos see House of Rumors in Instagram www.instagram.com/houseofrumours
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Rustic Coffee Table
Rustic farmhouse using lap-siding on 3/4” plywood for the top.
Big Kid Picnic Table
After I saw the bigger kid picnic table, I knew I HAD to make this ! I did change the measurements slightly, but I don't recall how now (I made this a year ago).
Texas Adirondack Chair
With a little project oversight, my son built and painted this chair which went on to win 1st place in his division at the local 4-H show!
Triple Pedestal Table 12ft long
First DIY, my twin brother and I decided to build a table for my parents; as they are currently remodeling their house. Thank you so much for these easy-to-follow yet very thorough set of plans! We made some adjustments to the length and width: 144inches (12ft) long by about 45inches wide!! It's a monster of a table! We made the legs wider as well to compensate for the adjustments of the table top. We are all extremely happy with the results- thanks!
Barn Door Pantry
I am so happy with this repurposed media center. I finally have a pantry!
Bench Planter
This build was also a lot of fun! I made an extra brace to hold the wait of two sitting on the bench. Thanks again Ana for your plans!
David Marks
Apothecary Console With Storage Doors
This console features the style of the Apothecary Console and the functionality of the Console with DVD Storage Doors. I drew my own my plans by combining Ana's plans for the Apothecary Console and the Console with DVD Storage Doors. You can view my plans by visiting my blog at www.2crafty4myskirt.blogspot.com or by clicking the plan link below.
Stain - Minwax Early American
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Sat, 03/17/2012 - 19:50
Really cool
That's a really awesome cabinet. I love the look of the apothecary, and wouldn't have thought to design the doors like that for the added storage.
Sun, 03/18/2012 - 02:30
Beautiful!
Really like this build. Just wanted to let you know there are a couple of mixed up letters in your blog address at the very beginning of the post...so it sends you to a different site.
Adore the cabinet! Thanks for sharing.
Superhero Tower
When my 4 year old son perused the toy catalogs that came in the mail prior to X-mas, one thing was certain - he loved all the towers and buildings being advertised for action figures. However, I refused to buy one more plastic piece of junk that inevitably breaks after a couple of uses. When I found these plans, I knew they were perfect! My husband and I worked on this together, he's much steadier with our jig saw. I fitted my drill press with a hole cutter for the tops of the arched doorways. We added a rope swing and green paint to the original design. I had trouble knotting the twine for the ladder at even intervals so I used some cylindrical wooden beads I found from an old necklace to use as spacers. It doesn't close up as tightly as we'd like, but we can still get the clasp closed. I decoupaged some of the inner walls with scrapbook paper for fun scenes: maps, brick walls, pebbles, bark, and forest. It was a fun project for us and it's been fun watching him! He has played with this tower nearly every day since he opened it up X-mas morning!
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Coffee table and matching side table
Great plans. I got a lot of attention for these tables. I think they're easy to build and a few bad cuts/mismatches can make it look more rustic so no need to worry about perfection with these. I use them in my apartment and they're both really nice. I stained with miniwax jacobean and used a satin clear poly on it after. I only needed one layer of stain.I think a dining room table version of this plan would be really awesome too!
Can be alot cheaper if you already have these things. I had a bunch of the lumber in scraps already.
Perfect Guest Room Bench
We needed a bench in our guest room for the upcoming holidays. After searching Ana's site I decided on the Flip Top Storage Bench. (We didn't need the flip top, so I just built a flat top and added a couple boards under the top for extra support) The plans were very easy to follow and the bench works perfectly in our room for extra seating as well as suitcases. Thanks Ana!