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outdoor patio table
Just finished my very first wood project ever . I think it turns out pretty good . But if I did it again I’d make some adjustments . This version is made from pine as cedar has been unavailable for weeks . Thank you for the plans
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16' x 16' Storage Shed
Thanks to the tips and tricks we picked up from Ana here, we were able to build our very own storage shed. We use it for storing our kayaking, sailing and camping gear for our company down here in the Bahamas (which is still a bit unorganized in the photo). It works so much better than what we had before in multiple kit sheds. We even have a loft up top for extra storage, electricity in there with a fan, fridge and lights... MAJOR UPGRADE :) We still need to paint it and finish a few things, but we are very thankful to have it up and being used.
My favorite thing is the door handle (a boat cleat) sliding barn door and the herringbone design for 'eye candy' :)
Thanks go out to Ana and her wonderful site! I would have never attempted this without the foundation I built here!
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Sun, 04/14/2013 - 20:37
Sliding door
What did you use to make the sliding door? Can you upload pics? I really want to make one for my bathroom but all the hardware I find is really expensive.
In reply to Sliding door by jbayer80
Mon, 04/15/2013 - 11:29
Hardware
I've read on some blogs people have found theirs at Lowes or Tractor Supply.
Mon, 04/15/2013 - 06:05
Barn Door Hardware
We built the door out of some T1-11 Siding, 1x4's and various scrap pieces. The hardware we used is this Stanley set here: http://www.stanleyhardware.com/default.asp?CATEGORY=HDW+BARN+BOX+TRACK&… Then we bought the steel track separately. This door is super heavy, but it rolls like a charm on the track. Does this help any? Good luck!
Mon, 04/15/2013 - 11:42
And they work perfectly for
And they work perfectly for our camping gear and kayaking gear too :)
Sun, 05/05/2013 - 13:58
Plans
Not really any plans that would help. We just drew some rough sketches up some paper and kind of went from there. Between Ana's site here and this book: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Building-Shed-Build-Like-Pro/dp/1561586196 we just pieced things together with the space and money we had. The book just helped me a lot to plan it out, and then all of the building techniques Ana has taught me on here came in handy. It's a group effort :) Hope this helps!
Dog toy box step stool
This was a quick, easy project. I needed a way for the dogs to easily get on the bed and I also needed a place to store their toys. This was a great solution to both problems. I made it a few inches loger and added carpet to make it easier for them to use. I also cut arches out of the bottom back to give them easy access to their toys.
Planked Wood Sideboard
Great buffet for any dining room. Made with pocket hole joints. Built by mgwood_work on instagram
Farmhouse hall tree
Made the farmhouse hall tree from the plans on the site. I added wallpaper in front of the panels and it looks wonderful!
My take on Ana's Wood Chaise Lounge
I used the plans for Ana's $35 Wood Chaise Lounge plans, but changed the frame to the 2x6 boards to match a loveseat & two chairs that I've previously built. My husband helped me with the notches, but now I think I can do them on my own. The chairs are so comfortable, even without cushions.
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Sun, 05/17/2020 - 15:00
Stop Block Help
How did you get the stop block to fit using the updated 2x6 plans?
Fancy X Farmhouse table with 4x4 base
I used 4x4 post for the base.
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Fri, 03/06/2015 - 15:54
This is really pretty! I love
This is really pretty! I love the way that you staged it too!
Tue, 05/10/2016 - 10:20
4x4 Measurements?
I'd also like to build this table using 4x4's. Can you tell me how you came up with the lengths for the diagonal pieces? Also, how did you attach the perpendicular end pieces to the top? I've been looking to do that as well and on all the plans I've seen they used pocket holes and I know that will not last before the end pieces begin to sag.
Thank you!
Mon, 08/19/2019 - 07:45
Did you ever find the…
Did you ever find the measurements and details? I'm interested in making the same table!
Rustic X End Tables
I took the base plans from your Rustic X end tables and added a little more detail on the sides and experimented with the stain combination. I stained the entire table in Golden Oak and for the based I stressed in an Ebony to give it a slightly burnt look in the base. Turned out really well.
Ebony
Clear Gloss Poly
Patriotic Cornhole Boards
I wanted some Cornhole Boards and I wanted to make them myself. I used some vinyl stickers (distressed American flags) that I got on Amazon! I also bought the Cornhole Bag set on Amazon as well! I added some carrying handles from hardware At Home Depot. I found the link here on Ana's website! I love them!
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Entryway Mirror
This is my very first project, and is from The Handbuilt Home. I had an old dresser mirror that I just couldn't throw away, and now I'm glad I didn't! It fit the frame perfectly. This project only took a few hours, and the plans were so easy to follow. Just have to get the hooks and she's done! Thanks Ana!
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In reply to I really like the stain you by dsteinberg
Thu, 01/23/2014 - 21:42
Thank you! Val
Thank you!
Val
Kid's kitchen
My wife had decided we need to do something special for our great niece's. .Oh that I should. Lol..It was a great experience, and I would do it again. .
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Mon, 03/09/2015 - 15:16
Lucky nieces!
These are darling! What lucky girls your nieces are! Awesome job!
Kentwood bookshelf
Was a fun build. Took 3 days. Ana your awesome.
DIY Vintage Farmhouse Table - Arhaus Copycat
The Francis dining table by Arhaus was out of my budget, but with the table top plan by Ana White and the table base plan by Jen Woodhouse, I was able to create my own copycat version of the Francis table. It took me some time to figure out the stain order and combination, but I couldn't be happier with the vintage farmhouse stain I achieved with just a few layers and some wax. The table is light enough to carry upstairs, but it's also incredibly stable and solid.
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Router Table
My wife has been asking for new dressers for the boy's room for a while now but every time we go out shopping for them I am very disappointed in the quality of what is available. So I decided to make them myself. I have not made any furniture before and needed a few tools to help me out and thought what better way to get both the practice and the tools then build my own router table.
I searched the web for plans and found these great ones. I loved these plans but wanted to make a couple of changes anyway. I decide to build the table top as well as the cabinet and decided to make it a little taller to fit me better. Due to the changes and making the table top it took me 2 days to finish, 1 day for the cabinet and 1 for the top and to put it all together. (Not having used a router before it took me a while to get the template just right to cut in the insert.)
It works great and looks great in my shop. Now on to the dressers.
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Sun, 04/21/2013 - 10:55
I need to build one of
I need to build one of these!!
Yours looks very nice!
Little Tower
I'm a mother of three kids, so it took me a while to finish, but I also did some additional work on it so I would be able to stain rather than paint it. I used a countersink drill bit to put in a bit of a hole that I filled with wood by using a plug cutter so that it would match more. I also used epoxy in the knot so my son's baby toes wouldn't get hurt. That's it. I love it!
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Sat, 03/14/2015 - 20:25
I need to add this project to
I need to add this project to my todo list. My little one can't walk just yet, but it's coming soon. This will be a cool piece of furniture to have when the time comes. Great job on the build! :)
Stuffed Animal Cage
I followed this plan exactly and it fit in my Grand-Daughters room perfectly. She has a lot of toys and stuffed animals and she needed some place to put them all. I don't like the look of the pet nets and don't like that she couldn't reach her animals when she wanted them. This was a simple project that really didn't cost me anything because I was able to use wood that I already had left over from other projects. It turned out so good and will get so much use.
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my picnic table
Very easy project to make. From leaving the house to get the wood, get home, make cuts and assemble was about 4-5 hours. I have used this website as inspiration for other projects, but this was the first that I just followed the plans and it turned out great!. Very sturdy and perfect size. My daughter in the picture is almost 5 and this is perfect for her and will last years for our youngest daughter.
I built a desk!
This is my biggest project to date. It's a great craft desk!
I used an oak project panel for the top, and pine for the rest. Finished with Rustoleum dark walnut, 2 coats of poly, and white paint.
Also, I'll probably revisit the hinge placement, adding another on each side.
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Square farmhouse table
I built this square farmhouse table for a friend of mine. Used the same build as the 4x4 truss table. Just made it square. 64.75x64.75