Grandy Sliding Door Console
Great pans and made my own hardware with the link that was on the site....
Built from Plan(s)
Finish Used
Chalked Paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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King Farmhouse Storage Bed
After a successful attempt at Ana’s farmhouse desk I decided to make a bed for my wife... needless to say I think she likes it! Thanks to Ana and Pretty Handy Girl’s plans! (This is my 3rd woodworking project)
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
700
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Valspar Cabinet Enamel
Minwax Dark Walnut stain
minwax Polycrylic satin polyurethane
I used acetone to transfer the graphic I designed for my inlay. I carved out the inlay with a router. I stained the wood and then painted the surface black.
Minwax Dark Walnut stain
minwax Polycrylic satin polyurethane
I used acetone to transfer the graphic I designed for my inlay. I carved out the inlay with a router. I stained the wood and then painted the surface black.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
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Small Space Sewing Table
I had so much fun building this and has already proven to be helpful. Thanks for the wonderful plans! Can't wait to begin my next building project for this small space.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
70.00
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Using for storage of sewing machines and cutting materials and mats.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Twin Farmhouse with Trundle
This is the twin farmhouse bed and the matching trundle. We chopped about 8 inches off the headboard since we were not using a boxspring for our mattress. Other than that it's as written. I'm so thrilled to free up space in our girls' room!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$200 - 250 give or take for both
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Primer, 2 coats of basic white semi-gloss paint, and poly.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Comments
Fri, 08/22/2014 - 16:27
Beautiful!
This is exactly what I'm looking for!
My husband and I would like to begin building this ASAP. Could you please clarify for me that the original measurements for the Twin Farmhouse bed and the trundle bed will certainly be able to accommodate one another? I just want to make sure it'll fit! I think I saw someone else comment that they changed some of the measurements to make a trundle bed fit underneath, but they didn't go into detail.
We also won't be using a box spring.
Thank you for your help!
Wood Storage Mantle
I had been wanting to build a mantle for quite a while but couldn't decide what I wanted it to look like, then I saw the wood mantle with hidden storage plans on Ana's website. I used a steel wool\vinegar mixture as a stain, 3 coats making sure it dried completely before applying the next coat. I finished it off with a beeswax & orange oil wood polish & conditioner. So far I'm storing the remote for the fireplace, the key to the gas for the fireplace and the tool that helps remove the front of the fireplace in there. I'm not sure what else will find it's way in there. I'm very happy with how it turned out.
Julie V.
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Truss coffee table
The first larger project I've done on my own. I distressed it some before staining it but no other changes were made to the plan.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$23 for wood
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Minwax Red Mahogany
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Wall mounted can organizer
Added a backing of thin plywood to prevent the cans marking up the walls. I knew how many types of canned goods I wanted this to fit and adjusted the width to meet our needs. Love how this is going to save space in the pantry and with just a glance I can see what we have on hand.
Thanks Ana for another great plan!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
About $150.
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
Spray paint
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Comments
Miter Saw Cart named Dolley
I made the miter saw cart today. It took me about 2.5 hrs, but I was going slow and taking lots of breaks.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
An Hour or Two (0-2 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Comments
Fri, 04/05/2013 - 10:46
Looks great! I really,
Looks great! I really, really need to build one these. Are you happy with the way it works?
Golf Club Locker
Utilized the plan for the Locker Book Shelf-Full Size and modified it a bit to convert to a golf club locker. Definitely keeps all the clubs, shoes, and accessories organized and eliminates the clutter. My wife loves it, course she added the baskets, which makes it look awesome!
Actually this is how I stumbled upon Ana White's website. I was looking high and low for a plan for golf club lockers, and found Ana's website as part of the process. Best google search I've ever done!
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Comments
Mon, 04/11/2022 - 14:51
Perfect for the golfer!
WOW, that looks awesome and is the perfect storage solutions for all the golf gear! Thank you for sharing.:)
Laundry Tower
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DIY Outdoor Sofa, Chairs and Coffee Table
I decided to build my patio furniture and built a couch, with cushions, coffee table, 2 Adirondack adult chairs and one child’s Adirondack chair. It was so much fun to plan and build all of the furniture and so enjoy going out there on cool days! Thanks to Ana White for all of the plans! This is my 20th Ana White project! On to my next project! Plans were outdoor modern sofa, modern Adirondack chair, kids Adirondack chair, 2x4 outdoor coffee table.
JoAnne
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Middle School Class Builds Picnic Tables for School Grounds
Ana,
Thanks so much for your octagon picnic tables plans. I teach a Life Skills Class at Russell Christian Academy for middle school. This class of 18 students completed the build of 4 of these tables (with a little assistance from me) and are now being used as an outside dining area for all grades K-12. It was a great experience for the kids and I have received many positive comments about these tables.
Thanks again…
Dewayne Knight of Meridian, Mississippi
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Comments
Sat, 11/18/2023 - 13:03
Student Projects!
I love seeing these student projects. It's great that they are seeing them put to good use and people enjoying their hard work!
DIY Sofa - Storage Sectional
Basically I took Ana's plan and tweaked it to create a diy sofa, a love seat, and a corner piece to make a sectional. All 3 pieces have the same basic design and function (they all have a storage compartment), although the corner piece, because of its placement and the thickness of the seating cushions, doesn't open unless the couch is opened first. We purchased custom cut, 6" thick foam cushions for the seats (we bought the XL-38 foam from https://www.buyfoam.com/, but if we had to do it again, we'd go with the XL-28 as the 38 is VERY firm). We also used upholstery fabric instead of a paint drop-cloth to cover the couches. The foam and upholstery fabric upped the overall cost significantly. Other changes from Ana's plan, I used 15/32" OSB because the 1/4" plywood just felt too flimsy (I'm a large guy). I also added I bolts to the underside of the seat before the foam and upholstery so I could add a stress relief rope to prevent the kids from opening the top and dropping it and ripping out the hinges. I used piano hinges as they seemed to me to provide the most support. Finally, I ended up using 1x2s for the base trim since I couldn't find any 2x2s that were straight and finish-ready, then I added router detailing to provide some visual interest. I used 3" pieces of 4x6 for the feet and added matching router detail. Additionally, I used T-Nuts and bolts to make the feet and base trim completely removable.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$1300
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Minwax PolyShades Espresso
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Comments
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Ultimate Workbench for me
I altered the original plans in the following ways:
- Only built one rolling cart because I already had a multi-drawer tool chest that fit right under the workbench.
- Built the right half of the workbench as a separate piece from the miter table because attic access is right above it and we need to move the workbench to get to it.
- Built a half cart for the table saw because the Dewalt contractor saw extends too far to the sides to have it boxed in.
- I'm going to add a sliding plate that locks down for my miter saw so I can pull it away from the wall without dragging or lifting it.
- I used a nail gun with two inch nails instead of staples since I don't own a staple gun that holds staples that long.
I'm not that experienced with projects so here are a couple of things I learned:
- Attach the castors far enough under the cart so that the wheel never extends beyond the sides.
- Watch what grade sandpaper you use on the plywood. It's easy to strip off a layer.
- This was not a one-person project for me. Even with clamps, I still needed help bracing parts and rotating pieces.
Thanks for the great plan! Now I can start on all the other projects on our improvement list.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
350
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
Tilt Out Trash Bin
This was my first project using an Ana White plan....Modified it a bit...quite happy with how it came out...it was very low cost to make and a lot of fun.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
Varathane Stain....Spring Oak
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Hall tree
Great Plans! Thank you so much. My first go at a piece of "fine" furniture and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
About $150-175 I used poplar and a slightly more expensive stain though
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
General finishes Gel stain (the best) new pine color
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
DIY Double Chair Bench with Table
Fun build. Plans were easy to follow!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
100
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Finish Used
White exterior paint.
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
My first Easy Build Headboard, King Size
This was my first project and it come out beautifully. I did learn a valuable lesson - if you are going to build something in the basement, make sure it fits up the stairs. Not sure if you can tell from the picture but this ended up 6 inches shorter than the plans. Can wait to find my next project!
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$150
Estimated Time Investment
Day Project (6-9 Hours)
Finish Used
MinWax Wood Finish Red Mahogany 25 - Minwax Polyurethane
Recommended Skill Level
Beginner
Finally!
After looking at this for way too long, I finally bit the bullet and built this table. It really wasn't difficult and it's so awesome having a side table on wheels! The stenciling made it a little extra work, but I love the added details.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Time Investment
Afternoon Project (3-6 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Starter Project
Comments
Sat, 09/24/2011 - 12:06
I love the paint job/stencil!
I love the paint job/stencil! I've admired this table for a long time, but have nowhere in my house to put one, so I haven't built it. Seeing your take on it makes me want one even more.
Chicken Coop with run
It took a while to come together and made several modifications but it is a great coop and was a major selling point of the house when we were relocated. I had added a main tray under the roosts and a door to srape the poop out. This made keeping the coop clean very easy.
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$800
Estimated Time Investment
Week Long Project (20 Hours or More)
Finish Used
Chicken Coop
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate
OCTAGON PICNIC TABLE
My son and I had a blast building this table last October. I have been meaning to write and thank you for the great plans. We took the suggestion of staggering the legs for better access and it turned out great. I also used deck boards for the top to help reduce weight and they were already slightly curved on the sides which made sanding easier. Thank you!
My cost includes a nice Kreg Jig set up (approx $100)
Built from Plan(s)
Estimated Cost
$220
Estimated Time Investment
Weekend Project (10-20 Hours)
Recommended Skill Level
Intermediate