How to Build a Bookcase Using an Old Door

Old Door Bookcase

The folks at PureBond Plywood posted a picture of a bookcase made with an old door on the PureBond Facebook page and I thought it was a fabulous idea! That particular bookcase was created by Gail at  My Repurposed Life ~ how fantastic! I searched for an old door and finally found one at one of our local [...]

Free Plans to Build a Joss & Main Inspired Hammary Luberon Coffee Table

Joss & Main Inspired Hammery Luberon Coffee Table

Here are another set of plans perfect for reclaimed wood or new wood with an “old” finish on it! Large and in charge with a shelf underneath, it is sure to satisfy any entertaining needs!

Joss & Main Inspired Hammery Luberon Coffee Table

Materials:

1-1/2″ pocket hole screws 2-1/2″ pocket hole screws 1-1/2″ screws [...]

How to Replace a Screen in a Window or Door

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Every year, I have to replace the screen in the storm door thanks to our cats… By the time cooler weather rolls around, the screen is usually torn to shreds.

Well, now that warmer weather has arrived and it is time to keep the door open, I have once again replaced the screen but with [...]

Free Plans to Build a World Market Inspired Garner Sideboard

World Market Inspired Garner Sideboard

Got a lot of pallet wood and not sure what to do with it? Well, let me show you! This sideboard features planked side panels, doors, drawer fronts, and top which is perfect for pallet wood plus the cubbies and drawers will keep everything organized!

 

World Market Inspired Garner Sideboard

Materials:

1-1/4″ pocket [...]

How to Build a Screen Door

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Because my back door opens out, I built a screen door for it long ago. I decided to build another one this time using PVC boards. What are PVC boards you ask? Well, they are just that – “boards” constructed from PVC. They are termite and rot-proof, they can be cut just like wood boards, [...]

How to Drill a Hole in a Plate using a Diamond Bit

Diamond Bit

Have you ever wondered how to drill a hole in a plate, vase, glass bottle, or tile? Its not as hard as it sounds! It is actually very easy when using a diamond bit and I’ve created my very first video to show you how!

Please excuse the lighting… It was cloudy that day [...]

Free Plans to Build a Joss & Main Inspired Banyan End Table

Banyan End Table

Earlier this week, I posted plans for the Banyan Coffee Table and mentioned that it was part of a collection with a couple of other pieces. As promised, here is another piece in that collection ~ a matching end table!

 

Banyan End Table

Like the coffee table, this features a drawer for storage [...]

How to Remove a Subfloor

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My boyfriend, Matt, just bought an older home to use as a rental property. We refer to it as the “Rebel” house because that is the name of the street where it is located. He got a stellar deal, too… It is one of those homes where the previous owner started remodeling and didn’t finish [...]

Free Plans to Build a Joss & Main Inspired Banyan Coffee Table

Joss & Main Inspired Banyan Coffee Table

This table is just one piece in a stylish and functional collection. A quick and easy build, this table features tapered legs and a center drawer for storage!

Joss & Main Inspired Banyan Coffee Table

Materials:

1-1/4″ pocket hole screws 1″ pocket hole screws 1-1/4″ brad nails One set of 18″ drawer slides Finishing [...]

Free Plans to Build a Napa Style Inspired Fold Down Table

Napa Style Inspired Fold Down Table

This is really a cool idea – a table with storage that is “hidden” within artwork! Sounds crazy, right? It is actually similar to a Murphy bed… The “table” is the frame and back side of the artwork, and inside are a few shelves for storage! When unfolded, the table is bar height which makes [...]