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I freaking built this table!!!
I almost didn’t build it. I was intimidated by the design, which is inspired by a table from CB2.
I fell in love with it and instead of spending $1200 I decided to push myself and build it.
Now I just have to figure out what chairs will go.
Should I build my own chairs or buy them?
Also, thank you to for sending me the dining light. It’s the perfect pairing.
Stay tuned for the video coming soon and plans so you can build your own!
It’s insane how much storage there is now!
Also let me know in the comments if you would like me to make some plans so you can build your own.
Thank you to for all the beautiful materials.
A month in the making but well worth it. I wasn’t sure if my mini walk in idea was going to work, considering the closet is relatively small.
I used to make sure my plan worked and it’s the perfect size for my someone to step in and pick out their clothes.
I opted for a lot of drawer storage on the bottom and a ton of hanging storage on top, mainly because my daughter can shove all her toys in the drawers 😂
On the right is a cute little laundry basket drawer which is perfect for her little clothes.
I didn’t permanently fix the shelves on the top so when she get older and her clothes get longer, I can adjust them and the rods to accommodate them.
The paint color I’m still kind of iffy on. I originally wanted a mushroom color but my husband said it would look like a dungeon so I went lighter. I might paint it again…eventually. (yeah right 😂)
Stay tuned for the full build video!
Swipe 👉🏻 to see the vintage art I made for under $50!
Here’s how: (AD)
- Grab some cap trim (it has a lip that will go right over the backing)
- Cut the backer board to size (I used 1/8” hardboard)
- Stick on some double sided tape and smooth down your print
- Cut the trim to size and nail it on the backer
- Paint with black paint and add antique gold rub n buff for that antique look
- Add D rings from on the back and wrap wire around each end
- Hang it up with ready nail picture hooks in the 10lb and you’re good to go!
I love how easy and quick it was to hang up the picture. With I know my daughter is safe having the picture hung above her bed.
Follow along for the full video so you can make your own framed art!
I couldn’t wait to show you!
There arent a lot of full size daybeds out there and for this room a daybed just made sense, so I built it.
Avery has a big girl bed now and I can finally snuggle up with her in bed.
Stay tuned for the plans and the full breakdown video!
Full build of the entry table!
My absolutely favorite way to build drawers. Once I found this way I’m not intimidated by drawers anymore!
I’m showing you exactly how I built the giant media console that seems to be a favorite of 2023. What do you think?
Media console plans now available! On sale until the end of the year.
https://www.builtbybec.com/product-page/large-media-console-plans Here is the link to purchase!
Ready to build a giant media console that will solve all your storage problems?I got you!These detailed plans include a cut list, shopping and materials list, full step by step instructions as well as tips and tricks.Buy the plans today and start building your own media console!
This is the perfect beginner friendly build!
I built this desk in one weekend and you can do it too.
See link below for free plans!
https://youtu.be/JXnTGrDwlsM?si=_nkhofutE5Txfk-6
Let me teach you how to bend wood to build a modern curved nightstand!
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Plans for the coffee table on sale!
I will have more up on my website very soon.
Includes detailed cut list, materials, and exact dimensions.
If you're ready to build a sturdy and beautiful coffee table you've come to the right place! We needed a coffee table for our living room and for the prices that coffee tables are now I knew I was going to build one. This is a simple build that has a really cool joint called a cross lap joint. It mi...
The coffee table is done!
My biggest coffee table build to date and probably my favorite (I know I say that about everything!)
I made detailed plans for you to build one too!
Comment “plans” if you want a direct link.
How do you think it turned out?
Can you spot all the toys in the background? 😅😂
For everyone asking I just finished the youtube video for the media console! Let me know what you think and please subscribe.
If you’ve ever needed more storage then this video is for you! We badly needed more storage and with such a big wall I decided to build a giant one. I’m talk...
Pics or it didn’t happen, right?
This 10ft media console solved all the toy storage issues we were having.
Our old console was too small and had more of an open style and I was just sick of seeing clutter.
Swipe 👉🏻 to see what it looked like before!
My daughter said, “Mom that’s not for sitting. “ 🤣
Save for later!
I have spent way too much time re-building drawers until this method!
I think building drawers is one of the hardest parts of woodworking so I wanted to break down this method into easy steps.
Any questions? Comment 👇🏻
Can you believe these before and afters?! I partnered with to transform these rooms and they did not disappoint.
Fireplace wall: Dutch Boy ® Platinum ® Plus Cliffside Gray 437-5DB
Bathroom: Dutch Boy ® Dura Clean ® Kitchen & Bath Cooled Graphite 436-6DB and White 003W.
I was in desperate need of some new clothes and is the first place I go. The clothes are comfortable, stylish and affordable. Save these for your next Meijer trip so you can pick some up for yourself!
It’s amazing what Paint can do! I partnered with on this bathroom. Can you believe the transformation? From that dull and dingy grey to the two toned beauty. I used Dutch Boy(r) Dura Clean(r) Kitchen & Bath in the colors Cooled Graphite 436-6DB; for the bottom and White 003W on the top.
What are you going to transform with paint?
Ok so it’s not 100% done…I still have to put a piece of matching trim at the bottom but I couldn’t wait to show you!
Isn’t the tile so pretty?! I was able to put up the tile and grout in one day and it felt so good to get this part of the project done.
It also means I am one step closer to finishing this fireplace wall! 👏
Swipe 👉🏻 for a closeup.
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I still can’t believe this is my bathroom!
Swipe 👉🏻 to see the before.
I have always been creative. I used to like to draw, write stories and build random things. Never would I have thought I would be building furniture and renovating whole rooms.
It’s so important (as someone who struggles with anxiety and depression) to find something you love to do.
I can say this was the hardest room to date but now that’s it’s done I can look back and see how much I’ve learned and be proud I didn’t give up.
2022 was an amazing year.
Full of furniture builds, room renovations and lots of learning!
This was my favorite before and after room renovation. I still can’t believe I built this murphy bed and the built ins are *chefs kiss*
For everyone asking the bed kit is from
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This dry bar has been a dream of mine ever since starting our basement renovation. This was 6 months of hard work, learning a lot of new things, all while juggling mom life. It was so worth it!
Not going to lie I have always been scared to build cabinets. As a woodworker and diyer it always seemed like the hardest project to tackle.
Now that i’ve built a number of them, I can see the progression in my builds. Im no longer panicking when I start a cabinet build…so that’s progress!
I wanted a place where we could stock all the movie snacks and of course a place where my husband can put his beer and maybe even some wine for me 😉
Even though there were a lot of design changes along the way I am still in shock I built this all myself. Even the countertop! So many fun DIYs.
Now it’s time to decorate and stock it with a bunch of yummy snacks.
Which part is your favorite?
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Tile from
Sometimes you just need pictures…videos are great but they just show how quick something can be built when in reality it takes many hours of hard work. As makers we spend a lot of time working on our passions but what people don’t realize is that we are also doing this for the ones we love.
This bed and headboard for my daughter took me a long time to make and a lot of learning. I hope you all enjoy it as much as we are 💜
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Thank you all for your continued support this last year. After speaking with my family we have decided it’s best if I put a pause on building for a while and take a step back for my mental health.
Thank you all for your understanding ❤️
Remember those chunky legs? Well, here she is! At 5ft square this table can hold 8 people comfortably.
It is made from solid knotty alder and I used in chocolate for the finish!
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I have learned a lot this year. A lot about myself, my business and my skills.
I realized what drives me and keeps me excited about my job every day is the anticipation of trying something new, of always learning and doing something different.
I was nervous about building this murphy bed. made it a very painless process. The slats on the front are my favorite part and it looks amazing in that room. Those sparkles ✨ are the light from the chandelier!
I hope you enjoy your new bed and . Thank you 😊
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The largest table I’ve ever built! She can fit up to 12 people with 2 at each head and 4 on each side. Perfect for my clients new home and their big family!
I put my literal blood, sweat and tears into this table and it might be my favorite one yet. It’s the best feeling to see your work loved and appreciated in its new 🏠
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This table is built out of Ash and I used in Oyster.
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I’ve suffered from confidence issues my whole life. When I became a stay at home mom, they just got worse. As much as I loved my girls, I felt like I had failed to find myself. I was inspired by so many around me that had found their creative outlet, so I decided to jump right in; buy a miter saw and make a dining table. What was the worst that could happen? (my mom was worried I would cut off a finger 🤣) We still have the table I built. It’s far from perfect and not like the skills I have now but I like looking at all the flaws every day. They remind me how far I’ve come. How confident I’ve become.
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Adding metal to my builds has always been a goal of mine. Although this may not look like much, even just adding subtle metal elements to this nightstand was a big step for me. Now that I know I like this style, it’s time to make another one! I hope to incorporate more metal into my furniture in the future. Swipe 👉🏻 for close ups!
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Comment “table” and I’ll send the plans your way! Now the question is should I build the chairs or buy them?
priced out Ikea cabinets for this build and I was actually shocked it was more expensive. I love that not only do we have a unique design for our closet but we saved $$$ doing it. How do you think it turned out? Would you build your own?
I couldn’t wait to show you! I applied Rubio in cotton white. What do you think of the white oak with this paint color?
I don’t know who needs to hear this but it’s time to organize that closet you’ve been avoiding. How long do you think she will keep it organized? 😅 Save & follow for more fun projects! #closetorganization #buildlikeagirl #girlswithpowertools #diycloset #customcloset #diyhome
DIY framed art for less than $50! #diyprojectsideas #diyproject
These Easter baskets will last forever. With the help of @cricut I personalized them for each of my daughters. This was my first time using the Cricut Joy Xtra and I can’t believe how easy it was! #adThere are so many designs to choose from in Design Space, and from there I could play around with the design to get it exactly how so wanted it, cut it out and then stick it right on. I used a combination of the Sticker paper and the Smart Vinyl. #cricutmade #easterbasket #diyprojects
Step by step of how to build your own glass cabinet doors 👇🏻 I learned this shaker door method from @parkplaceabode and had to try it out on my cabinet. She has the best tutorials. Instead of glass (which is hella expensive) I bought a sheet of acrylic from @homedepot for $65 and it was much easier to cut. • Cut your pieces to size. Make sure you add 1” in length for the shorter pieces (the rails). Since the tenon you make will be 1/2” on each side. • First you’ll be cutting the mortise on the stiles (the longer pieces). Set your blade to 1/2” in height and the blade should be 1/4” away from the fence. • Make sure you cut a test piece first! • Run your stiles through the saw then flip it around and cut it again. This will center the groove on the stiles. • Now do the opposite! Adjust the fence so it’s 1/2” away from the blade (including the thickness of the blade) and the blade height to 1/4”. • Using the miter gauge on your table saw, cut the tenons on each side of your rails. Go slow and you may need to make adjustments to the height of the blade or the distance from the fence in order for the tenon to fit into the mortise. • Glue up the door, making sure the ends are flush and the cabinet is square. You can check for square by using a square or by measuring with a tape measure from corner to corner. • To route out the groove for the glass, use a 3/8” rabbeting bit (Amazon is your bestie 😘). Set the depth of the rabbet to 3/8”. • Insert your glass and use glass retaining clips to keep the glass in place. I hope you found this helpful! Don’t forget to like, save and follow for more tutorials and furniture builds. #diyprojects #shakerdoors #womenwhobuild #woodworking #diytutorial
DIY Hutch cabinet. Comment “plans” for a free step by step guide on how to build your own! #diyfurniture #woodworking #woodworkher #woodworkingproject #storagecabinet
Officially my favorite door in the house. #diyhiddendoor #secretbookcase #secretbookcasedoor
Here are the steps for the perfect Dado joint 👇🏻- Mark where you want your Dado to be using a square, make a line. - Put the piece of wood that will slide into the dado onto that line. - Push a piece of scrap right up against that piece of wood and clamp it down really well. - Remove the piece that you will be sliding into the Dado. - Use a top bearing mortising bit (if you comment “link” I’ll send the one I use) and adjust it to the depth you need. I like using stop blocks to help me adjust the depth.The rule is the depth should not be more than 1/2” the thickness of the wood. (for 3/4” thick wood it would be 3/8” deep) - Go slow with the router, making sure the bit presses up against the scrap piece and you’ll make a perfect Dado! Like, follow and save for more tutorials. #woodworkher #woodworkingtutorial #dadojoint #woodworkingtips #woodworkingtricks #diytips #diyfurniture
Comment “TV” and I’ll send you the link!
Daybeds save so much space! Since a lot of the ones available are usually twin size I decided to make a full to give my daughter more room to grow. I built this bed in sections - a headboard, side panels and a front piece so it can easily be detached if need be but still be incredibly sturdy. Ready to build your own? I have printable plans available. Just comment “plans” and I’ll message you the link! @weaberlumber #diyfurniture #diywoodworking #daybed #daybeds #diybed #makeitweaber #weaberlumber
Step by Step 👇🏻 This taper jig for the miter saw is super easy! 1. Cut the base for the jig to size. 15” length x 17” wide. I just used a scrap piece of MDF. 2. Cut the two smaller scrap pieces to size. The top piece that sits on the miter saw fence is 17.5” long and 2.5” wide. The piece that sits close to the saw blade is 20” long and 2.5” wide. 3. Attach the top piece first, leaving 5 inches of overhang on the left side of the jig. Glue and screw from the bottom. It helps if you countersink your screws. 4. Attach the side piece next. Butting it up to the right side of the top piece. Make sure that it’s square before gluing and screwing it from the bottom. 5. Draw a line on your leg where you want the taper. You only have to do this for one, since you’ll be setting up the jig you can make accurate repeatable tapers on all your legs. 6. Push the jig up against the fence of the miter saw. Clamp the leg to the piece that’s close to the blade. 7. Adjust the angle and the position of the jig until the blade of the miter saw hits the line you drew for the taper. 8. Clamp the top piece of the jig to the miter saw fence. 9. Make your cuts! Tapering legs really makes a piece of furniture so elegant, dont you think? Don’t forget to save this post for later, so you can build your own!
Full build of the entry table!
Price breakdown 👇🏻 - 2x4 framing $40 - Drywall $20 - Paint $40 @dutchboypaints white - White oak wood $475 - Floating shelf brackets $32 @amazonhome - Hinges $25 @amazonhome - Electric fireplace @touchstonehomeproducts $499 - Stain $50 @varathane - Lights $100 - TV mount $30 Total = $1311 ok so it was under $1500! 🙌 Did I miss anything? You can save a lot building yourself. This was my first fireplace and I was scared to death to build it but I love how it turned out. If you have a miter saw and a circular saw you can definitely tackle this DIY.
It’s an addiction now. I’ve had this nightstand design in my head for a while now and I wasn’t sure how it was going to turn out. Originally it was supposed to have 3 drawers but it just didn’t workout. Best laid plans and all 🤷♀️ If you would like the free plans comment “plans” and I will send you a direct link!
Foolproof way to build drawers #diyprojects #woodworking #drawertutorial
My absolutely favorite way to build drawers. Once I found this way I’m not intimidated by drawers anymore!
Step by Step 👇🏻 - Cut the top to size 22” x 13” x 3/4” I used some scrap I had left but plywood would be great for this project. I used my new @smithologytools (AD) blade in 40 Tooth so I wouldn’t get any tear out. - Glue the trim pieces to the bottom of the top piece. They are 13” x 1.5” x 3/4” (2) and 20.5” x 1.5” x 3/4” (2). Optional: cut out a handle with your jigsaw on the shorter side pieces. - Cut the legs to size. 11.5” x 8.75” x 3/4”. - Grab some 3/8” threaded inserts from @homedepot and connecting bolts. I don’t know why they use mm for measurements but the connecting bolts are 1/4” x 50mm. - On the legs drill a 3/8” hole on both sides, the hole should be 3/4” down from the top and centered. - On the sides of the top drill a 1/4” hole all the way through on all 4 corners. The hole should be 2 1/4” in from the side and 1 1/2” down from the top. - Finish up with your favorite stain. I used @minwaxusa simply white. - Put the threaded inserts in the legs, then slide the connecting bolts through the top into the threaded inserts and tighten. Love this little folding laptop desk, it makes it so I can work anywhere. Do you work from home?
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