Instructables: exploring - stepbystep - furniture - wood http://www.instructables.com Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:08:24 PDT BLOX v1.01 Reclaimed Lumber - Muskoka (Adirondack) Chair http://www.instructables.com/id/Reclaimed-Lumber-Muskoka-Adirondack-Chair/
Reclaimed Lumber - Muskoka (Adirondack) Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/IP3B/HH2VNAF1/F4JIP3BHH2VNAF1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/IP3B/HH2VNAF1/F4JIP3BHH2VNAF1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/IP3B/HH2VNAF1/F4JIP3BHH2VNAF1.SMALL.jpg Jetman50 Well I went and did it again. I was perusing the internet, thinking I wanted to do something creative.   My wife dropped a hint a few months ago that she would like to have a Muskoka Chair one day, (that's an Adirondack Chair for my U.S. friends). I used my friend Google and found the plans here, h...
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Mon, 3 Jun 2013 12:43:45 PDT
How to Fix a Broken Chair Foot http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Fix-a-Broken-Chair-Foot/
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Sat, 18 May 2013 22:55:09 PDT
How to upholster a chair seat http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-upholster-a-chair-seat/
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Fri, 19 Apr 2013 12:28:37 PDT
Walking Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Walking-Table/
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Tue, 2 Apr 2013 11:39:01 PDT
Coffee Table/Storage Box From Reclaimed Wood http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-TableStorage-Box-From-Reclaimed-Wood/
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Mon, 1 Apr 2013 09:24:35 PDT
Toddler Chair from Fountain Soda Syrup Box http://www.instructables.com/id/Toddler-Chair-from-Fountain-Soda-Syrup-Box/
Toddler Chair from Fountain Soda Syrup Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/JPFD/HDOVYUK5/FV7JPFDHDOVYUK5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/JPFD/HDOVYUK5/FV7JPFDHDOVYUK5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/JPFD/HDOVYUK5/FV7JPFDHDOVYUK5.SMALL.jpg FebruaryJan Kids like having things of their own and this was a perfect project to make a happy toddler. This chair was inexpensive, durable, and easy to make. I created this chair to recycle a box that I saved. Because these boxes are so sturdy, it was perfect. So, if you like being creative, can handle a uti...
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Thu, 28 Feb 2013 22:59:29 PST
Pine & Denim cricket http://www.instructables.com/id/Pine-Denim-cricket/
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Thu, 28 Feb 2013 22:25:54 PST
Natural wood log bench http://www.instructables.com/id/Natural-wood-log-bench/
Natural wood log bench - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/E4BR/HDOVWA7W/FICE4BRHDOVWA7W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/E4BR/HDOVWA7W/FICE4BRHDOVWA7W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIC/E4BR/HDOVWA7W/FICE4BRHDOVWA7W.SMALL.jpg reidintransit This is a 1-2 day quick bench that can be left outdoors as a piece of outdoor furniture or can be brought inside for a rustic or natural piece of functional furniture. I got the idea from a smaller version that was intended as a foot rest in front of a cozy chair in a log cabin. Send pictures of you...
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Wed, 27 Feb 2013 22:33:00 PST
TV Stand http://www.instructables.com/id/TV-Stand-2/
TV Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/18XO/HCV91RES/FDR18XOHCV91RES.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/18XO/HCV91RES/FDR18XOHCV91RES.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDR/18XO/HCV91RES/FDR18XOHCV91RES.SMALL.jpg cgapay I created this TV a stand as a Christmas gift to my parents.
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Sat, 9 Feb 2013 08:09:18 PST
Make a Tree Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Tree-Table/
Make a Tree Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/RFKC/HBHGISNQ/FKTRFKCHBHGISNQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/RFKC/HBHGISNQ/FKTRFKCHBHGISNQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKT/RFKC/HBHGISNQ/FKTRFKCHBHGISNQ.SMALL.jpg KoomoriForge Welcome to my first Instructable! Hope you enjoy it. Please vote for me in the Furniture Contest. Thanks! A few years ago, my wife had a client who wanted a table that looked like a tree for her breakfast nook. She had searched high and low, but couldn't find what she wanted. She he...
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Thu, 24 Jan 2013 20:47:49 PST
Happy Wife-Happy Life! Easy to do Hight adjustable Shoe Shelf, Made from scaffolding Parts, with Polished Stainless Steel Rings on Top http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-to-do-Hight-adjustable-Shoe-Shelf-Made-from-/
Happy Wife-Happy Life! Easy to do Hight adjustable Shoe Shelf, Made from scaffolding Parts, with Polished Stainless Steel Rings on Top - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/1T0U/HBNXV2FE/F2P1T0UHBNXV2FE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/1T0U/HBNXV2FE/F2P1T0UHBNXV2FE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2P/1T0U/HBNXV2FE/F2P1T0UHBNXV2FE.SMALL.jpg Falkenberg Hello, here I show you how you can esayly bould an nice Hight adjustable Shoe shelf. You only need 2 Boards and 4 Scaffold Pedestals ( with 2 nuts each). I do some medalrings on Top of the boards for a better look, but thats not rely neccessary. So follow the steps and have wile working. Bluepr...
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Wed, 9 Jan 2013 11:16:41 PST
Wine-Inspired Speaker Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Wine-Inspired-Speaker-Table/
Wine-Inspired Speaker Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/4OPT/HBHGL7GD/FEG4OPTHBHGL7GD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/4OPT/HBHGL7GD/FEG4OPTHBHGL7GD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/4OPT/HBHGL7GD/FEG4OPTHBHGL7GD.SMALL.jpg DIYg A fun, funky table for all you urban folk. I live in a 13 x10 room and cramped for space is an understatement. Instead of letting my speakers  take up space and realizing those pesky wires need to be put in their place  I decided to make a table especially for them. Also, it serves as a convenient  ...
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Thu, 3 Jan 2013 12:59:12 PST
Design coffee table http://www.instructables.com/id/Coffee-table-2/
Design coffee table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/GAEO/HAQ3AJRU/FYKGAEOHAQ3AJRU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/GAEO/HAQ3AJRU/FYKGAEOHAQ3AJRU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYK/GAEO/HAQ3AJRU/FYKGAEOHAQ3AJRU.SMALL.jpg RuudvandeLooij I'm a DIY-er with too many ideas. Some of these ideas I do make, most of them I don't. It depends mostly on time and money whether or not I bring certain ideas to life. This was an idea started with the fact me and my girlfriend want to life together after our internship abroad. We already made a li...
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Thu, 3 Jan 2013 05:47:14 PST
simple bedframe http://www.instructables.com/id/simple-bedframe/
simple bedframe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/HDTB/HAUNNDI0/F96HDTBHAUNNDI0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/HDTB/HAUNNDI0/F96HDTBHAUNNDI0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F96/HDTB/HAUNNDI0/F96HDTBHAUNNDI0.SMALL.jpg TSSJ-ryan as the title says a simple bedframe that i came up with to raise my memory foam mattress topper off the floor slightly.  when designing this i had a couple ideas in mind:  i wanted no hardware so it was easy to assemble and disassemble  and i wanted to make it out of simple materials like 2x4 and ju...
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Sun, 30 Dec 2012 18:24:57 PST
A light rack with lights http://www.instructables.com/id/A-light-rack-with-lights/
A light rack with lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/H7M7/HAQ31F3K/FZJH7M7HAQ31F3K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/H7M7/HAQ31F3K/FZJH7M7HAQ31F3K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZJ/H7M7/HAQ31F3K/FZJH7M7HAQ31F3K.SMALL.jpg dtska This is a modern clothing rack featuring concealed LED lighting. This clothing rack leans on the wall, has only two legs, and is sturdy (the picture shows heavy metal clamps hanging on it). The other picture shows the rack loaded with an estimated 40 lbs, without the lighting add-on. Joinery He...
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Wed, 19 Dec 2012 20:33:21 PST
Easy, Modular, Pine Bunkbeds http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Modular-Pine-Bunkbeds/
Easy, Modular, Pine Bunkbeds - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/3NFA/H9G0ZSS3/FOD3NFAH9G0ZSS3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/3NFA/H9G0ZSS3/FOD3NFAH9G0ZSS3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/3NFA/H9G0ZSS3/FOD3NFAH9G0ZSS3.SMALL.jpg The Valiant I've been building projects from Instructables for years but have never really had the time to post any of my own projects. I've found myself with a little extra time lately though and decided it was time to start giving back to the community. So, for my very first shot at an Instructable, allow me ...
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Tue, 20 Nov 2012 13:15:19 PST
$12 Desk http://www.instructables.com/id/12-Desk/
$12 Desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/YLSL/H8FYPHRK/FU0YLSLH8FYPHRK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/YLSL/H8FYPHRK/FU0YLSLH8FYPHRK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/YLSL/H8FYPHRK/FU0YLSLH8FYPHRK.SMALL.jpg LostRite The desk in my apartment isn't exactly what I would call sturdy or nice to sit at. Plus, I can use all the surface space I can find. And there can always be more workshop desk space!!! This is why I set out this weekend to build a desk. I have been wanting one for a while now. On Friday when I walk...
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Wed, 7 Nov 2012 00:39:01 PST
Sub-Woofer Ottoman http://www.instructables.com/id/Sub-Woofer-Ottoman/
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Sun, 14 Oct 2012 18:54:42 PDT
Refurbished Penny Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Refinished-Penny-Table/
Refurbished Penny Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/V4OP/H7ME31NG/FAHV4OPH7ME31NG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/V4OP/H7ME31NG/FAHV4OPH7ME31NG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAH/V4OP/H7ME31NG/FAHV4OPH7ME31NG.SMALL.jpg nabind Transform an old antique table into a lovely, new penny table.  It is sure to be the topic of discussion and the center of attention! Things You Need Things you need: -Old table to refinish, we bought ours at a local antique mall -Several hundred pennies, this one took about $3 worth -Sandpaper o...
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Fri, 28 Sep 2012 20:17:27 PDT
Easy Wooden Slat Mat /Wall Art http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Wooden-Slat-Mat/
Easy Wooden Slat Mat /Wall Art - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/UECH/H7S574J5/FQ7UECHH7S574J5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/UECH/H7S574J5/FQ7UECHH7S574J5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ7/UECH/H7S574J5/FQ7UECHH7S574J5.SMALL.jpg shazni I love all colors of rich wood...that God has given us and always like to incorporate various wood colors in my projects. Unfortunately exotic colored wood is very expensive and sometimes hard to come by. Therefore I'm really grateful for wood stains! Here is a easy as can get slat mat. If you do an...
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Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:20:07 PDT
Rustic Lamp from Scratch http://www.instructables.com/id/Rustic-Lamp-from-Scratch/
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Wed, 25 Jul 2012 05:02:03 PDT
Game Shelf http://www.instructables.com/id/Game-Shelf/
Game Shelf - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FND/CRLI/H4AFZQF4/FNDCRLIH4AFZQF4.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FND/CRLI/H4AFZQF4/FNDCRLIH4AFZQF4.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FND/CRLI/H4AFZQF4/FNDCRLIH4AFZQF4.SMALL.jpg AdventureS20      Need a game shelf that is just the right size for your console and games? This Instructable may be the solution. It is small enough to fit in a dorm and very easy to do. There is a hole on the side of the shelf that allows the tray to open freely. (Please note: Because of the thin size of the s...
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Wed, 11 Jul 2012 19:09:47 PDT
DIY Wooden Stool made with Pocket Hole joinery http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Wooden-Stool-made-with-Pocket-Hole-joinery/
DIY Wooden Stool made with Pocket Hole joinery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/S3QH/H4AG56PP/FWJS3QHH4AG56PP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/S3QH/H4AG56PP/FWJS3QHH4AG56PP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWJ/S3QH/H4AG56PP/FWJS3QHH4AG56PP.SMALL.jpg sosclosetsandfurniture I made this great little stool from some left over wooden legs and some scrap plywood.  I have become a big fan of using my Kreg Pocket Hole jig.  The jig allows for some easy super quick and really strong joinery.  Don't be intimidated by the gizmo.  It is really quite easy to use and relatively in...
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Wed, 11 Jul 2012 14:44:42 PDT
Ultimate Pacman / Space invaders Gaming Chair with speakers http://www.instructables.com/id/Ultimate-Pacman-Space-invaders-Gaming-Chair-with/
Ultimate Pacman / Space invaders Gaming Chair with speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/6BKC/H1ZG81FT/F7N6BKCH1ZG81FT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/6BKC/H1ZG81FT/F7N6BKCH1ZG81FT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7N/6BKC/H1ZG81FT/F7N6BKCH1ZG81FT.SMALL.jpg rhogan1192 Little intro into this.  Pacman, space invaders, namco chair. this took about 4 weeks, lots of work. i wanted a chair to put in my room for when i play my playstation and stuff. i looked online and i couldnt find any chairs the suited my taste. i wanted a chair that showed my love for video games. t...
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Mon, 21 May 2012 00:47:40 PDT
DIY Coffee Table http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Coffee-Table/
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Tue, 15 May 2012 13:15:50 PDT
Simple Rock-Solid Cantilever Desk http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Rock-Solid-Cantilever-Desk/
Simple Rock-Solid Cantilever Desk - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/1P31/H0RWIE32/FKK1P31H0RWIE32.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/1P31/H0RWIE32/FKK1P31H0RWIE32.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/1P31/H0RWIE32/FKK1P31H0RWIE32.SMALL.jpg jeff-o With our kids moved upstairs, my wife finally got a room of her own on the main level.  She needed a strong desk to support her sewing machine and especially two knitting machines - these things clamp to the desk and require a fair amount of force to operate!  Any work surface that isn't attached to...
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Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:06:12 PDT
Patio Tabletop Made From Reclaimed Deck Wood http://www.instructables.com/id/Patio-Tabletop-Made-From-Reclaimed-Deck-Wood/
Patio Tabletop Made From Reclaimed Deck Wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJO/YMSJ/H11WJBU2/FJOYMSJH11WJBU2.SMALL.jpg HunterTX81 I should first start out by saying that although this is somewhat of a "step-by-step" instructable, I'm not really going into complete detail on all the exact dimensions.  Not because I'm lazy, but because I customized this table top to fit on an existing patio table frame that I currently have (at ...
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Sun, 15 Apr 2012 17:56:11 PDT
Dining Table Made from a Reclaimed Door http://www.instructables.com/id/Dining-Table-Made-from-a-Reclaimed-Door/
Dining Table Made from a Reclaimed Door - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/FDQ2/H0OJ2DEI/FHEFDQ2H0OJ2DEI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/FDQ2/H0OJ2DEI/FHEFDQ2H0OJ2DEI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHE/FDQ2/H0OJ2DEI/FHEFDQ2H0OJ2DEI.SMALL.jpg Julien Thibeault This table was design to fit in a small space – my 500 square feet loft. I was looking for a light looking table that can accommodate up to 6 persons. As I often do, I used recycled materials to build this dining set. The table is made from an old bungalow door and the chairs were found in a yard sa...
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Sat, 7 Apr 2012 05:37:59 PDT
Low Cost Computer Desk http://www.instructables.com/id/Low-Budget-Computer-Desk/
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Thu, 5 Apr 2012 13:29:46 PDT
Distressed desk & Indoor herb garden http://www.instructables.com/id/distressed-desk/
Distressed desk & Indoor herb garden - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPX/492V/H0A0038T/FPX492VH0A0038T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPX/492V/H0A0038T/FPX492VH0A0038T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPX/492V/H0A0038T/FPX492VH0A0038T.SMALL.jpg Teddy Westside Now I've been browsing the site for a couple of months now and am always impressed at what people come up with especially re using stuff on the cheap, so I was about an hour into this spur of the moment project when I realised its only fair to put back what I took out, so here is my offering. Now fo...
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Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:43:00 PDT
Bent Plywood Night Stands http://www.instructables.com/id/Bent-Plywood-Night-Stands/
Bent Plywood Night Stands - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/Y1AM/GZAD1GFA/FHDY1AMGZAD1GFA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/Y1AM/GZAD1GFA/FHDY1AMGZAD1GFA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/Y1AM/GZAD1GFA/FHDY1AMGZAD1GFA.SMALL.jpg pseaton Bent Ply is beautiful, strong, and flexible in ways that make its appeal to designers obvious, but making bent-ply furniture can be a real challenge. While many pieces simply cannot be made without gigantic industrial molds (which apply heat and steam to make the wood flex during bending), and use s...
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Mon, 5 Mar 2012 22:34:30 PST
How to make a Floating Bedside Table http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Floating-Bedside-Table/
How to make a Floating Bedside Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/XE2S/GY4R8FVK/F65XE2SGY4R8FVK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/XE2S/GY4R8FVK/F65XE2SGY4R8FVK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/XE2S/GY4R8FVK/F65XE2SGY4R8FVK.SMALL.jpg cammers My wife needed a bedside table, but there was only limited space to put one. I came up with this idea to make the most of the available space and also reduce the risk to our toes of painful nighttime collisions with furniture legs. Typical of my projects the materials are mostly free. I tend to use...
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Thu, 2 Feb 2012 03:20:47 PST
Hanging Guitar Stand http://www.instructables.com/id/Hanging-Guitar-Stand/
Hanging Guitar Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/ZC61/GXTKPCQK/F0JZC61GXTKPCQK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/ZC61/GXTKPCQK/F0JZC61GXTKPCQK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0J/ZC61/GXTKPCQK/F0JZC61GXTKPCQK.SMALL.jpg cgapay I created this guitar stand as a "under $10" secret santa gift using some leftover plywood and stain.  Most of the actual cost went into the hardware. Trace and cut upright arm I used 3/4" leftover plywood for the stand.  Trace out template for upright arm & cut with jigsaw.  The front to back di...
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Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:07:53 PST
Modular furniture system http://www.instructables.com/id/Modular-furniture-system/
Modular furniture system - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/0RBN/GXDWYGPB/F8O0RBNGXDWYGPB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/0RBN/GXDWYGPB/F8O0RBNGXDWYGPB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8O/0RBN/GXDWYGPB/F8O0RBNGXDWYGPB.SMALL.jpg jean v materials: 1 - 1 x 10" pine board 1 - pair of used jeans 1 - piece of card stock, letter size aprox. thread for sewing tools used: 1 - tenon saw (sierra de costilla) - sand paper, 50,80,100,220 grain (on sheet each roughly) 1 - 4" clamp 1 - bow saw (sierra de arco) 1 - pencil 1 - rubber mallet (m...
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Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:20:07 PST
Wooden Magazine Rack from Ikea parts http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Magazine-Rack-from-Ikea-parts/
Wooden Magazine Rack from Ikea parts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/HXEX/H71GLQOW/F0MHXEXH71GLQOW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/HXEX/H71GLQOW/F0MHXEXH71GLQOW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0M/HXEX/H71GLQOW/F0MHXEXH71GLQOW.SMALL.jpg Revanchist So this is my first instructable, I sure hope everyone enjoys it as much as I enjoyed making it My girlfriend and I have been looking for a nice inexpensive magazine rack for a while now. But everything that we find is either too expensive or not to our taste. So I decided that it was time to get a...
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Tue, 10 Jan 2012 14:07:50 PST
Natural Wood Tables http://www.instructables.com/id/Natural-Wood-Tables/
Natural Wood Tables - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/RL3Z/GX5XKEH8/FRCRL3ZGX5XKEH8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/RL3Z/GX5XKEH8/FRCRL3ZGX5XKEH8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/RL3Z/GX5XKEH8/FRCRL3ZGX5XKEH8.SMALL.jpg RetiredFinn I love woodworking, and I have been making these tables for many years. They are not hard to make, but they look gorgeous when they are done. My instructable will show you how to make your own a one of a kind table like this, without a lot of fancy tools. You only need access to either drift wood o...
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Mon, 9 Jan 2012 20:34:54 PST
Make An Antique Style Hutch http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-An-Antique-Style-Hutch/
Make An Antique Style Hutch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/RMR2/GX5187CB/FDURMR2GX5187CB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/RMR2/GX5187CB/FDURMR2GX5187CB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDU/RMR2/GX5187CB/FDURMR2GX5187CB.SMALL.jpg Creativeman I made this hutch several years ago, and it is still in use today.  Follow along and I will show the steps involved in making this piece of furniture. Plan, Organize, Decide To make this piece, I took a lot of time in drawing, laying out, organizing steps and materials, and deciding on how to pr...
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Sat, 7 Jan 2012 17:48:56 PST
Bed Frame http://www.instructables.com/id/Bed-Frame/
Bed Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/4NQ4/GVLRXTJO/FUC4NQ4GVLRXTJO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/4NQ4/GVLRXTJO/FUC4NQ4GVLRXTJO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUC/4NQ4/GVLRXTJO/FUC4NQ4GVLRXTJO.SMALL.jpg nat.andrews After looking and looking around the shops for a decent, well made wooden bed under $500. we found that everything sucked! they were either hugely expensive $1000+ or made so cheaply that extra legs had to be put in the middle to support the mattress. So we decided to diy our own! I appogise for ...
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Thu, 1 Dec 2011 23:58:09 PST
Scrap Armchair http://www.instructables.com/id/Scrap-Armchair/
Scrap Armchair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4W/5M6D/GU45HHAC/F4W5M6DGU45HHAC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4W/5M6D/GU45HHAC/F4W5M6DGU45HHAC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4W/5M6D/GU45HHAC/F4W5M6DGU45HHAC.SMALL.jpg wholman Armchairs are tough. It is awfully difficult to get the arms integrated, the structure sexy, and the ergonomics tight. Working with the nice folks over at the ReBuilding Exchange (www.rebuildingexchange.org), nestled by the banks of the Chicago River, I put together these armchairs over the last few...
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Tue, 25 Oct 2011 20:34:05 PDT
Repair water stains or heat burns on wood finishes http://www.instructables.com/id/Repair-water-stains-or-heat-burns-on-wood-finishes/
Repair water stains or heat burns on wood finishes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAJ/L1AC/GSUSND77/FAJL1ACGSUSND77.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAJ/L1AC/GSUSND77/FAJL1ACGSUSND77.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAJ/L1AC/GSUSND77/FAJL1ACGSUSND77.SMALL.jpg fefrie There is nothing worse than to see a stain on your prized wood surface.  This can be created by heat or moisture, or from both heat and moisture. Most commonly from a hot coffee cup or from water left on the surface for a long time. There are two types of finishes that are used on wood.  They are ...
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Mon, 26 Sep 2011 20:00:04 PDT
2 x 10 Benches http://www.instructables.com/id/2-x-10-Benches/
2 x 10 Benches - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9P02/GS3BCI19/F5O9P02GS3BCI19.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9P02/GS3BCI19/F5O9P02GS3BCI19.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5O/9P02/GS3BCI19/F5O9P02GS3BCI19.SMALL.jpg wholman I just moved to Chicago, and, while I look for full time work, I have started volunteering at the ReBuilding Exchange ( http://www.rebuildingexchange.org.)  They are an salvage warehouse, selling architectural elements from demolished houses, furniture made from reclaimed lumber, and old, but still ...
By: wholman

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Tue, 6 Sep 2011 13:31:21 PDT
DIY 2-Tier Coffee Table http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-2-Tier-Coffee-Table/
DIY 2-Tier Coffee Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/0POK/GS3BCCZW/FIF0POKGS3BCCZW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/0POK/GS3BCCZW/FIF0POKGS3BCCZW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIF/0POK/GS3BCCZW/FIF0POKGS3BCCZW.SMALL.jpg rfalcon12 I had seen a coffee table at a high end furniture store and loved it, but the price was way out of my range. So I drew up a set of plans to create the table on my own. Get the plans for the table here: http://adventuresincreating.blogspot.com/2010/10/future-coffee-table-progress.html Buying the St...
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Fri, 2 Sep 2011 08:42:37 PDT
Bat-signal Papasan Chair http://www.instructables.com/id/Bat-signal-Papasan-Chair/
Bat-signal Papasan Chair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/F3AE/GQBCI9V7/F82F3AEGQBCI9V7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/F3AE/GQBCI9V7/F82F3AEGQBCI9V7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F82/F3AE/GQBCI9V7/F82F3AEGQBCI9V7.SMALL.jpg orvis Assigned a project in my theatre workshop class, I was directed to pick a theme and build furniture based on the theme. So with focusing on Batman I saught a project to learn many new things (welding, working with wooden curves, sewing, fabrics, etc.). In all, it turned out very well, though I had t...
By: orvis

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Sat, 18 Jun 2011 08:00:19 PDT
Curved Cabinet http://www.instructables.com/id/Curved-Cabinet/
Curved Cabinet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/YNTF/GJQEAWN1/FLSYNTFGJQEAWN1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/YNTF/GJQEAWN1/FLSYNTFGJQEAWN1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLS/YNTF/GJQEAWN1/FLSYNTFGJQEAWN1.SMALL.jpg mrdebos I promised my girlfriend that I'd make her a new nightstand some time ago, and yesterday I finally had the time to do it. And it being Valentine's and all it also proved to be a perfect gift :) Let me show you how I made this curved cabinet... Plans & materials The plan is to make a curved cabi...
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Tue, 15 Feb 2011 07:50:12 PST
My Wine Rack http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Wine-Rack/
My Wine Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/ZASU/GJQE9FQO/FDAZASUGJQE9FQO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/ZASU/GJQE9FQO/FDAZASUGJQE9FQO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDA/ZASU/GJQE9FQO/FDAZASUGJQE9FQO.SMALL.jpg pcapelo Good news everyone, Remember my friend, the one who ask me to build her a shoe rack: http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Vertical-Shoe-Rack/ Well, she was complaining about not having a proper space to keep her wine so she ask me if I could help. After some consideration we both agreed that the spa...
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Tue, 8 Feb 2011 18:54:06 PST
Folding Low Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Folding-Low-Table/
Folding Low Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQF/I36L/GJQEDDUN/FQFI36LGJQEDDUN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQF/I36L/GJQEDDUN/FQFI36LGJQEDDUN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQF/I36L/GJQEDDUN/FQFI36LGJQEDDUN.SMALL.jpg wholman I've been a bit of a nomad for a couple of years now, drifting from state to state in search of opportunities to make my work and meet great people.  Given my frequent moving and tight budget, my apartments have been small, filled with a lot of roommates, or both.  Whenever a social occasion present...
By: wholman

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Mon, 7 Feb 2011 20:12:11 PST
Recycled Fence Butcher Block Style Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-Fence-Butcher-Block-Style-Table/
Recycled Fence Butcher Block Style Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/9UWT/GJC42UJI/F229UWTGJC42UJI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/9UWT/GJC42UJI/F229UWTGJC42UJI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F22/9UWT/GJC42UJI/F229UWTGJC42UJI.SMALL.jpg XoneDaGnome Wind storms, hail storms and/or just upgrading your fencing around your backyard, the fence panels are now broken down and lay waste.  You could just truck it off to the nearest dump, burn it and make a heck of a fire(not recommended), or recycle it.  The wood planks are still mostly in good shape, ...
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Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:34:10 PST
How To Make A Fold out Sofa/Futon/Bed Frame http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Fold-out-SofaFutonBed-Frame/
How To Make A Fold out Sofa/Futon/Bed Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/G648/FW4JU1BC/F8YG648FW4JU1BC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/G648/FW4JU1BC/F8YG648FW4JU1BC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/G648/FW4JU1BC/F8YG648FW4JU1BC.SMALL.jpg VVBoredGuy I enjoy relaxing on a sofa and in my bed, and so it may come as no surprise that I would wish to combine the two. After searching Ikea and several other shops, I found the average price for a "tri-fold" futon was in the region of 120GBP ($150). I found this pretty steep for what is basically some pl...
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Mon, 3 Jan 2011 07:01:39 PST
Two-Tone Table http://www.instructables.com/id/Two-Tone-Table/
Two-Tone Table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/6DAC/GI0TGP20/FL76DACGI0TGP20.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/6DAC/GI0TGP20/FL76DACGI0TGP20.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL7/6DAC/GI0TGP20/FL76DACGI0TGP20.SMALL.jpg wholman Made from a mixture of scrap and new lumber, this coffee table uses a DIY lamination method to create a solid surface from strips of wood without the need for heavy bar clamps.  All of the strips are yellow pine except for one contrasting stripe of cedar running all the way through the structure.  A...
By: wholman

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Wed, 29 Dec 2010 21:10:30 PST
Cheap, easy, low-waste trestle table plans http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-easy-low-waste-trestle-table/
Cheap, easy, low-waste trestle table plans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/A16P/GI0TG101/FROA16PGI0TG101.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/A16P/GI0TG101/FROA16PGI0TG101.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRO/A16P/GI0TG101/FROA16PGI0TG101.SMALL.jpg aeray Build an attractive trestle table for about $100.00, in an hour and a half, using common materials, and minimum number of tools. It is suitable for dining or as a work table. It can can be set up or taken apart in a minute or two, using no tools, and stores compactly. There are several holes to dr...
By: aeray

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Fri, 24 Dec 2010 14:06:29 PST