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Plans
For those ladies who require more space for jewels, here is a taller version of the jewelry armoire. This wall-mount armoire also uses standard mirror tiles found at any big-box store. A shelf could be inserted as desired and this cabinet could be used for a myriad of things! The options are up to you!
Tools
- Tape Measure
- Saw – Jig, Circular, or Miter
- Kreg Jig
- Router
- Chisel
- Hammer
- Square
- Sander
Lumber
- 1 – 1×4 at 8’
- 1 – 1×3 at 8’
- 1 –piece of ¾” plywood 14-3/4” x 28-1/2”
Materials
- 1-1/4” pocket hole screws
- Rabbeting bit for the router to make a rabbet 3/8” wide x 1 /4” deep
- 2 – 12” x 12” mirror tiles
- Hinges
- Handle or latch for front
- Glass adhesive or silicone caulk
- Magnetic or clip catch for door
- Wood filler
- Sandpaper
- Wood glue
- Finishing Supplies
Cut List
- 2 – 1×4 at 30”– Sides
- 2 – 1×4 at 14-3/4” – Top & Bottom
- 1 – 14-3/4” x 28-1/2” of ¾” plywood – Back
- 2 – 1×3 at 30” – Door Frame Sides
- 3 – 1×3 at 11-1/4” – Door Frame Top & Bottom
Instructions
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
Step 1
Cut the pieces for the cabinet sides, top, and bottom. Set the Kreg jig for ¾” material and drill holes in each end of the top and bottom. Secure the top and bottom to the sides as shown with 1-1/4” pocket screws and glue. Check for square.
Step 2
Cut the piece for the back and drill pocket holes as shown. Secure the back flush with the frame back using 1-1/4” pocket screws.
Step 3
Cut the pieces for the door frame. Drill pocket holes in each end of the top, center, and bottom frame pieces. Assemble as shown and check for square. Using a router and the rabbeting bit, cut a 3/8” wide x 1 /4” deep rabbet in the back of each opening of the door frame. Use a chisel and hammer to square the corners. Insert the mirrors into the openings to check for fit. Secure with mirror adhesive or silicone caulk. Add hinges, the door catch, and the handle or knob. Insert hooks, as desired.
To mount to a wall – Drill countersunk holes into the back and mount with 2″ screws directly though at least one stud.
Finishing Instructions
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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**Disclaimer: Some rights reserved. Private use only. Feel Free to link to any of my plans so long as you provide an adequate link back to the appropriate post! Plans from this page are not to be used for commercial purposes or republished without the express written consent of Rayan Turner, The Design Confidential I hope to provide accurate plans, however, I cannot guarantee each plan for accuracy. Not every plan that I post has been built and tested, so you are building at your own risk. It is recommended that you have a clear understanding of how the project works before beginning any project. Please contact me if you find an error or inaccuracy so that I might fix it.
Design / DIY
I absolutely fell in love with the ceiling medallion wall art display I added to the Master Bedroom Mood Board I created as part of the Apartment Guide: New Year New Style Blogger Challenge, but as luck would have it, those fabulous things aren’t exactly inexpensive… especially for a series of them on the wall and a budget of no more than $150 total. When in doubt… think paper craft! And so I did…
You may remember this Holiday Craft I shared with you all. Yyou may also remember that I mentioned how I thought they might look good year round, and as it turns out, they do!
This project cost no more than $6 in poster paper and thin foam ‘paper’. I thought a few different shades of yellow would be best and my local craft store only offered that if I was willing to mix mediums, so of course I was. The thin foam medallions are kind of fabulous I have to say. They feel a tad less fragile and would open the doors for paint or easy cleaning, which is important to me.
I used the tutorial from Craft-Werk found here for creating the medallions and the sizes I chose for this project were 14″, 9″ 7″ and 4 1/2″, which were mainly determined based on the paper and foam sizes I purchased. Each star requires 6 squares and so my tendency was to determine the length of the shortest side of my material and divide it by 2 and used that dimension as my size for the squares.
Easy Peasy and fairly decent impact for pennies on the dollar.
Let’s take a look at our running tab so far:
$150 Budget
= $75 Remaining… Stay tuned, more fun to come!
I still have lot’s of big projects and accessorizing to do, yahoo!
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DIY / Entertaining
Sweet and simple, these handmade Valentine’s Day Decor ideas are perfect for adding a little sentiment to your home.
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Plans
We covered the tower here and the one drawer pocket desk here, and now…. the two drawer desk! This would be a fabulous entryway console table as well, with storage for keys and wallets!
Tools
- Tape Measure
- Saw – Jig, Circular, or Miter
- Drill
- Square
- Sander
- Kreg Jig
- Hammer or Brad nailer
Lumber
- 2 – 2×2 at 6’
- 1 – 1×6 at 8’
- 2 – 1×3 at 6’
- 2 –1×2 at 6’
- ½ sheet of ¾” plywood
- 2 – Scraps of ¼” plywood measuring 17-1/8” x 17-1/2”
Materials
- 1 ½” pocket hole screws
- 1¼” pocket hole screws
- 1 ¼” screws
- Small nails or 1¼” brads
- Countersink bit for Drill
- Edge banding, optional
- 2 sets drawer slides – 16″
- Wood filler
- Sandpaper
- Wood glue
- Finishing Supplies
Cut List
- 4 – 2×2 at 29-1/2” – Legs
- 2 – 1×6 at 17” – Sides
- 1 – 1×6 at 37” – Back
- 2 – 1×2 at 37” – Front Supports
- 2 – 1×2 at 17” – Supports
- 1 – 1×2 at 18-1/2” – Supports
- 4 – 1×3 at 17-1/8” – Drawer Boxes
- 4 – 1×3 at 16” – Drawer Boxes
- 2 – 17-1/8” x 17-1/2” of ¼” plywood – Drawer Bottoms
- 1 – 3-3/4” x 18-3/8” of ¾” plywood – Drawer Front
- 1 – 3-3/4” x 18-1/4” of ¾” plywood – Drawer Front
- 1 – 20” x 40” of ¾” plywood – Top
Instructions
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
Step 1
Cut the pieces for the legs and the sides. Set the Kreg jig for ¾” material and drill pocket holes in each end of the sides. Attach to the legs with glue and 1-1/2” pocket hole screws, making sure the face of the sides is flush with the face of the legs.
Step 2
Cut the piece for the back and drill pocket holes in each end. Attach to the legs with glue and 1-1/2” pocket hole screws making sure the face of the back is flush with the back of the legs.
Step 3
Cut the pieces for the front supports. Drill pocket holes in each end. Attach to the legs with glue and 1-1/2” pocket hole screws. The top support will need to be positioned so it is flush with the top of the legs. The lower support will be located 4” below the top support. See drawing.
Step 4
Cut the pieces for the drawer slide supports. The longer support will be in the middle. Drill pocket holes in each end of the side supports and in one end of the middle support. The front of the middle support will be located ¾” back from the face of the lower front support. Secure with a countersunk 1-1/4” screw from the bottom of the front support. See Drawing.
Step 5
** If using edge banding, apply it to the exposed edges of the drawer fronts and top before assembly**
Cut the pieces for the drawer boxes. Drill pocket holes in each end of the side pieces and construct the drawers as shown. The bottoms will be attached with glue and brad nails. Install the drawer slides 3/4″ back from the front edge of the lower support to allow for the drawer front. Make any adjustments necessary.
Cut the pieces for the drawer fronts. One of the fronts is 1/8” shorter than the other to allow for a 1/8” gap. Cut the notch in the center of each drawer front with a jigsaw. Shim the drawer fronts in place (there will be a 1/8” gap around all sides) and fasten to the drawer boxes with 1-1/4” screws from the inside.
Step 7
Cut the piece for the top. Fasten to the desk with glue and 1-1/4” brad nails.
Finishing Instructions
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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**Disclaimer: Some rights reserved. Private use only. Feel Free to link to any of my plans so long as you provide an adequate link back to the appropriate post! Plans from this page are not to be used for commercial purposes or republished without the express written consent of Rayan Turner, The Design Confidential I hope to provide accurate plans, however, I cannot guarantee each plan for accuracy. Not every plan that I post has been built and tested, so you are building at your own risk. It is recommended that you have a clear understanding of how the project works before beginning any project. Please contact me if you find an error or inaccuracy so that I might fix it.
Design / Home / Shopping / Studio
I shared my design plan with you here and in that plan not everything is to be taken as a literal interpretation that I will attempt for the $150 budget…. but, the bedding you see here is in fact one such literal interpretation this makeover will have!
This duvet cover is from West Elm and is currently on sale for 20% off. If you are planning on purchasing new bedding at some point in the near future, this is a pretty good deal and it means that you can purchase this duvet cover or others for between $69 and $89 depending on the size!
I'm excited to say this fabulous specimen is in the bag, so to speak, and I will be sharing some images of it in it's new home shortly along with several of the other projects for this room! I am so excited about how things are coming along and I can't wait to share with you!
Plans
The perfect solution for your entryway with ample storage space and that rustic traditional styling, it’s so completely perfect!
Showcase: Built From These PlansI am so honored each and every time one of you fine friends builds from these very plans! If you have built this piece, please take a moment and showcase your build! We are dying to see your fabulous hard work!
Tools
- Tape Measure
- Saw – Jig, Circular, or Miter
- Table Saw
- Drill
- Square
- Sander
- Kreg Jig
- Hammer or Brad nailer
Lumber
- 1 – sheet of ¼” lauan or hardboard
- 1 – sheet of ½” plywood
- 1/4 – sheet of ½” plywood
- 1 – sheet of ¾” plywood
- 1/4 sheet of ¾” plywood
- 14 -1×2 at 8’
- 5 – 1×3 at 8’
- 1 – 2×2 at 4’
Materials
- 1” pocket hole screws
- 1-1/4” pocket hole screws
- 1-1/4” screws
- 1-1/2” screws
- Small nails or 1-1/4” brads
- Countersink bit for Drill
- 4 pair of hinges
- 4 Door Pulls
- Edge banding for exposed edges of plywood, if desired
- 2 – 1” angle brackets
- Wood filler
- Sandpaper
- Wood glue
- Finishing Supplies
Cut List
- 2 – 16” x 27-1/2” of ½” plywood – Lower Sides
- 2 – 16” x 40” of ½” plywood – Upper Sides
- 4 – 1×2 at 16” – Side Frames
- 2 – 1×3 at 19” – Side Frames
- 4 – 1×2 at 70-1/2” – Side Frames
- 15 – 1×2 at 18” – Solid Shelf Supports
- 6 – 1×2 at 18-3/4” – Slatted Shelf Supports
- 3 – 1×2 at 17-1/4” – Bottom Support
- 6 – 18” x 46-1/2” of ¾” plywood – Shelves, Top & Bottom
- 10 – 1×3 at 46-1/2” – Slats
- 1 – 46-1/2” x 73-1/4” of ¼” lauan or hardboard – Back
- 1 – 1×2 at 46-1/2” – Lower Trim Filler
- 2 – 1×2 at 19” – Lower Trim Sides
- 1 – 1×2 at 49-1/2” – Lower Trim Front
- 2 – 2×2 at 19” (mitered on table saw) – Upper Trim
- 1 – 1×2 at 51” – Upper Trim
- 4 – 1×2 at 11-3/4” – Upper Door Frame
- 4 – 1×2 at 18-1/2” – Upper Door Frame
- 2 – 8-3/4” x 18-1/2” of ½” plywood – Upper Door Panels
- 4 – 1×2 at 18-1/2” – Lower Door Frame
- 4 – 1×2 at 27-3/4” – Lower Door Frame
- 2 – 18-1/2” x 24-3/4” of ½” plywood – Lower Door Panels
Instructions
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
Step 1
Cut the 1×2 and 1×3 pieces for the side frames and the pieces for the panels from ½” plywood. Set the Kreg jig for ¾” material and drill pocket holes in each end of the pieces as indicated for the frames. Assemble the frames with spacing as indicated using 1-1/4” pocket hole screws.
Set the Kreg jig for ½” material and drill pocket holes in the panels. Attach the panels to the frames with 1” pocket hole screws.
Step 2
Cut the 1×2 pieces for the shelf supports. For the side supports there will be twelve 1x2x18” and four 1x2x18-3/4”. Attach to side panels with spacing as indicated using countersunk 1-1/4” screws. Note that the supports for the top, upper three shelves, and the bottom will be located ¾” back from the front edge and ¼” back from the back edge.
Step 3
If using edge banding on the exposed edges of the plywood shelves, it should be applied before assembly.
Cut the 1×2 pieces for the center shelf supports, the 1×3 pieces for the slatted shelves, and the ¾” plywood pieces for the top, bottom, and shelves. Attach the center supports to the solid shelves with countersunk 1-1/4” screws.
Assemble the slatted shelves as shown in the drawing.
Attach the shelves to the cabinet sides with countersunk 1-1/2” screws through the top of the shelf through the side supports. It may be easier to start with the bottom shelf, add the top, and then check for square. Add the remaining shelves starting with the lowest slat shelf first and work up. (This method will avoid tight spaces for the drill!)
Step 4
Cut the piece for the back from 1/4” lauan or hardboard. Attach to top, bottom, shelves, and supports with glue and 1-1/4” brad nails.
Step 5
Cut the 1×2 pieces for the trim filler and lower trim pieces. Attach the trim filler first with glue and 1-1/4” brad nails through bottom shelf and sides. Make sure the face of the filler piece is flush with the edge of the bottom and sides. Next, attach the sides trim pieces, fastening them in the same manner and finally add the front trim piece.
Cut the 1×2 pieces for the door frame. Set the Kreg jig for ¾” material and drill pocket holes as shown. Assemble frame with glue and 1-1/4” pocket hole screws.
Next , attach frame to front of cabinet with the top of the frame flush with the top of the cabinet with glue and 1-1/4” brad nails through the frame into the supports, including the center. A few brad nails can also be placed through the frame into the top and lower solid shelf. The sides of the frame should be flush with the cabinet sides and for extra security, afew brad nails can be placed through the sides into the frame.
Step 7
Cut the 1×2 pieces for the lower door frames and the ½” plywood pieces for the panels. Set the Kreg jig for ¾” material and drill pocket holes as shown in the frame pieces. Assemble the frames with glue and 1-1/4” pocket hole screws.
Set the Kreg jig for ½” material and drill pocket holes in the plywood panels as shown. Attach to the frame with glue and 1” pocket hole screws making sure the back of the panel is flush with the back of the frame.
Attach the hinges to the doors. The doors will overlap the frame opening by ¼” on all sides. Secure the hinges to the cabinet when you are satisfied with the placement.
Step 8
The upper doors are constructed in exactly the same manner as the lower doors. Follow the lower door directions for assembly and placement.
Step 9
Cut the pieces as indicated for the “crown” trim at the top. Using a table saw with the blade tilted at 45 degrees, cut the mitered angle along the length of the 2×2 pieces. Attach the angles 2×2 pieces to the mitered 1×2 piece with glue and 1-1/4” brad nails through the front. The assembly will them be attached to the cabinet 1/4″down from the top and secured with glue and 1-1/4” brad nails. 1” angle brackets will be used to attach the sides of the “crown” to the top of the cabinet.
Finishing Instructions
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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**Disclaimer: Some rights reserved. Private use only. Feel Free to link to any of my plans so long as you provide an adequate link back to the appropriate post! Plans from this page are not to be used for commercial purposes or republished without the express written consent of Rayan Turner, The Design Confidential I hope to provide accurate plans, however, I cannot guarantee each plan for accuracy. Not every plan that I post has been built and tested, so you are building at your own risk. It is recommended that you have a clear understanding of how the project works before beginning any project. Please contact me if you find an error or inaccuracy so that I might fix it.
Design / Home
As part of the Apartment Guide: New Year New Style Blogger Challenge, I set out to recreate my Master Bedroom space with a budget of $150. Whenever beginning a project of this nature I think it's entirely wise to gather a little inspiration to help guide you and keep you on track as you move through the project's details. I thought I might share some of the inspiration I am using for this budget friendly makeover, and I hope it might inspire you to get out there and browse the interwebs for something you love as your guiding light, while you redecorate through the world of decor. It can get a tad crazy and scattered once you actually dive on in!
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TDC
Yes it’s true… many of you have mentioned something like this might be helpful, and now I shall give it a whirl and we will see if it suits us! I will begin posting Weekly Wrap Party articles on Saturdays to give a bit of a recap on all of the wonderful things we did (or didn’t do) during week! I particularly like this idea to help you guys ensure you don’t miss out on things, but also to keep myself on track. If I post my goals and accomplishments, I suppose it might help them become more of a reality. Maybe…
Let’s get started, shall we?
GIVEAWAY: A winner has been drawn at random and announced as an update to this post for our Apartment Guide $50 AMEX Giftcard Giveaway! Click here to see if it’s you!
PLAN INDEX: Phew we have been busy on the building front…have we not? We posted plans for a Boulangerie Table, The Pocket Collection Tower, Matching One Drawer Pocket Desk, and a Small Jewelry Armoire!
BUILDERS SHOWCASE: I can’t wait to see the builder’s showcase posts on these projects, from all of you! P.S. It would be really fabulous if the dozens and dozens of you who have built from my plans would either post a Showcase or send me pictures and details via email so that I might post for you! You know who you are, you fabulous builders you… building all the time and too shy to share, but… just think how much confidence it provides for your fellow builders! Yahoo
HAPPENINGS: The uber productive Internet Strike heard round the world took place, which by the way, was successful in causing the Senate to Drop this Bill! Hooray for organized protesting!
CELBRATE: We did a little pre-party warm up for the impending Holiday of Hearts with a Recipe for Love Potion: The Flirtini and a fun round up of some of the best Handmade Valentines from around the web!
All in all I’d say it’s been a fabulous week of interesting projects, but none so interesting as the project that begain yesterday!
GOALS: I will be making over my Master Bedroom for under $150! Think it can’t be done? Think again… I’m totally doing it, and hopefully by the time the week is out! I will be posting fun projects like crazy and will hopefully inspire some of you to give a budget friendly makeover a try!
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Plans
A lady always needs a place to store her finest jewels… This wall-mount armoire uses standard mirror tiles found at any big-box store. It could also be used for keys, or pet leashes!
Tools
- Tape Measure
- Saw – Jig, Circular, or Miter
- Kreg Jig
- Router
- Chisel
- Hammer
- Square
- Sander
Lumber
- 1 – 1×4 at 6’
- 1 – 1×3 at 6’
- 1 – scrap piece of ¾” plywood at least 15” square
Materials
- 1-1/4” pocket hole screws
- Rabbeting bit for the router to make a rabbet 3/8” wide x 1 /4” deep
- 1 – 12” x 12” mirror tile
- Hinges
- Handle or latch for front
- Glass adhesive or silicone caulk
- Magnetic or clip catch for door
- Wood filler
- Sandpaper
- Wood glue
- Finishing Supplies
Cut List
- 2 – 1×4 at 16-1/4”– Sides
- 2 – 1×4 at 14-3/4” – Top & Bottom
- 1 – 14-3/4” x 14-3/4” of ¾” plywood – Back
- 2 – 1×3 at 16-1/4” – Door Frame Sides
- 2 – 1×3 at 11-1/4” – Door Frame Top & Bottom
Instructions
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
Step 1
Cut the pieces for the cabinet sides, top, and bottom. Set the Kreg jig for ¾” material and drill holes in each end of the top and bottom. Secure the top and bottom to the sides as shown with 1-1/4” pocket screws and glue. Check for square.
Step 2
Cut the piece for the back and drill pocket holes as shown. Secure the back flush with the frame back using 1-1/4” pocket screws.
Step 3
Cut the pieces for the door frame. Drill pocket holes in each end of the top and bottom frame pieces. Assemble as shown and check for square. Using a router and the rabbeting bit, cut a 3/8” wide x 1 /4” deep rabbet in the back of the door frame. Use a chisel and hammer to square the corners. Insert the mirror into the opening to check for fit. Secure with mirror adhesive or silicone caulk. Add hinges, the door catch, and the handle or knob. Add Cup hooks for hanging items such as jewelry, keys, pet leashes, etc.
To mount to a wall – Drill countersunk holes in the back and secure with 2″ screws into at least one stud.
Finishing Instructions
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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DIY
These valentines are the perfect way to tell your sweetheart you love them in a handmade way! Nothing says heartfelt like handmade and these projects are both easy to do and budget friendly!
Spin the wheel, go ahead… you just might find we are the perfect match!
A secret message and a heartbreaking paper filled pouch with candy… a perfect way to add a little mystery to your holiday!
Nothing says I love you like a pop up card or a secret miniature love note, perfect for a ring or a locket.
I’m such a sucker for you… and now you know it!
Fold it up or tuck it away, both are a fabulous way to keep your sweet nothings..
Muah, sucha big kiss for you because I chews you!
I’m off to Paint the town red with my love for you… tag you’re it!
Quit Mousin around and just tell them how you feel! This cute little hershey mouse and penciled note are the perfect way to express your feelings!
A respite from the sweet with a fabulous spot of tea and a healthy heart felt treat.
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Plans
The perfect small-ish companion for the Tower we completed a couple of days ago, and equally as fabulous all by it’s lonesome!
Tools
- Tape Measure
- Saw – Jig, Circular, or Miter
- Drill
- Square
- Sander
- Kreg Jig
- Hammer or Brad nailer
Lumber
- 2 – 2×2 at 6’
- 1 – 1×6 at 6’
- 1 – 1×3 at 6’
- 1 –1×2 at 8’
- ½ sheet of ¾” plywood
- 1 – Scraps of ¼” plywood measuring 17-1/8” x 17-1/2”
Materials
- 1 ½” pocket hole screws
- 1¼” pocket hole screws
- 1 ¼” screws
- Small nails or 1¼” brads
- Countersink bit for Drill
- Edge banding, optional
- 1 set drawer slides
- Wood filler
- Sandpaper
- Wood glue
- Finishing Supplies
Cut List
- 4 – 2×2 at 30-1/4” – Legs
- 2 – 1×6 at 17” – Sides
- 1 – 1×6 at 27” – Back
- 2 – 1×2 at 27” – Front Supports
- 1 – 1×2 at 17” – Supports
- 2 – 1×3 at 20” – Drawer Box
- 2 – 1×3 at 16” – Drawer Box
- 1 – 17-1/2” x 20” of ¼” plywood – Drawer Bottom
- 1 – 3-3/4” x 26-3/4” of ¾” plywood – Drawer Front
- 1 – 20” x 30” of ¾” plywood – Top
Instructions
Before beginning to build, always check in on my site to make sure you have the most up to date set of plans, I occasionally update and change the plans to make the building process easier or to allow for less expensive purchasing of materials! Read through the entire set of instructions and all comments before beginning this project. If you print out or save plans, be sure to check in on my site to be sure you have the most up to date set of plans, as I occasionally update things for ease of building or buying. If you are new to building, read through the GETTING STARTED section and other articles found under the BUILD tab in the menu on my site, it has valuable information about how to get started, tools and techniques. If you are unfamiliar with the finishing process, visit my Finishing school for some tips and tricks for painting like a pro and for special finishing practices. Use glue to secure your joints and Consider Painting or Staining individual sections prior to assembling. This makes the paint application virtually flawless. Coat with a spray on Poly or Wipe on Poly to protect your finish and your piece and it will last for ages. Adhere to all safety standards and guidelines, and be sure you follow safety protocol throughout your build. If you are unsure about whether you are building safely, run a quick online search for the tool or technique you are using, or contact me via email or post to the forum before you move ahead. My contact info can be found in the menu of my site.
Step 1
Cut the pieces for the legs and the sides. Set the Kreg jig for ¾” material and drill pocket holes in each end of the sides. Attach to the legs with glue and 1-1/2” pocket hole screws, making sure the face of the sides is flush with the face of the legs.
Step 2
Cut the piece for the back and drill pocket holes in each end. Attach to the legs with glue and 1-1/2” pocket hole screws making sure the face of the back is flush with the back of the legs.
Step 3
Cut the pieces for the front supports. Drill pocket holes in each end. Attach to the legs with glue and 1-1/2” pocket hole screws. The top support will need to be positioned so it is flush with the top of the legs. The lower support will be located 4” below the top support. See drawing.
Step 4
Cut the pieces for the drawer slide supports. Drill pocket holes in each end of the side supports. The bottom of the supports will be flush with the top of the lower front support and attached to the inside of the front legs . Secure with 1-1/4” pocket hole screws. See Drawing.
Step 5
** If using edge banding, apply it to the exposed edges of the drawer fronts and top before assembly**
Cut the pieces for the drawer box. Drill pocket holes in each end of the side pieces and construct the drawer as shown. The bottom will be attached with glue and brad nails. Install the drawer slides and make any adjustments necessary.
Cut the pieces for the drawer fronts. Cut the notch in the center of each drawer front with a jigsaw. Shim the drawer front in place (there will be a 1/8” gap around all sides) and fasten to the drawer box with 1-1/4” screws from the inside.
Step 7
Cut the piece for the top. Fasten to the desk with glue and 1-1/4” brad nails.
Finishing Instructions
Fill any Screw, Nail or Pocket Holes, Sand and Finish as Desired. For Finishing Tips and Tricks visit my Finishing School
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TDC
This issue is an important one for all of us as bloggers! If you read the fine print, the censorship extends beyond simply those who partake in copyright infringement to those conected in some way shape or form to those who have partaken in copyright infringement, and these bills give the governement the right to not only censor but block internet sites that are even remotely connected to any site or social media outlet that they deem to be in violation. Think Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Flikr… we all use these tools and we use them responsibly, but if these bills are passed, there will be a big brother watching who deems their judgement and punishment to be more fitting. If they deem your site to ‘have little or no purpose’ then they have the right to get rid of it. That sounds very scary to me. Please join me in striking out against this very broad spectrum attempt at Internet Censorship and read up on the information for yourselves. If you feel this isn’t right, please sign the petition or contact your local congressman to let them know!
STRIKE OUT AGAINST SOPA and PIPA
Since I was having trouble making my site go ‘dark’ I thought I would simply share this info with you and let you decide for yourselves what kind of role our government should play in determining which sites they deem to ‘have a purpose’ and those they deem not to. eek.
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