Woodworking
Potting Bench and Ladder Plant Stand
Building a Potting Bench I've been wanting a potting bench on my deck for awhile. Not just for potting plants, but also to use as a drink station when having friends and family over for cookouts. And because I think they're so cute. Feeling confident in my...
Patio Swing Makeover
The Story Anyone that knew my mom, knows that she saved everything with the plans to repair or recycle them someday. Which, "someday" usually never came because she had so many other projects going. Kinda like me, come to think of it. She used to enjoy her yard swing...
Building a Little Table and Chair – Fun, Easy and Cheap!
So, a few months back, Shreya let me know she had outgrown her little table and chair and needed a new one. I said, "Ok - I'll keep my eyes out for one the right size." She said - "Nani, you can just make me one." I said, "I never made a table and chair before." She...
How to Build a Toddler Bed in a Day!
Ok, I'm so excited about my woodworking projects. I'm just a beginner, but Ana White's website with free plans gives me the confidence to try just about anything now. Actually, Shreya gives me the confidence. She's thinks I'm really a builder.After building her little...
The Easy Way to Build a Cute Playhouse!
About three years ago, I saw the cutest playhouse in Sam's club - and had to have it for Shreya. It's the Backyards Discovery Woodland Cedar Playhouse Kit. The kit was under $300 and very easy to put together. It's about 4x6 foot with a little attached porch. That...