WOODWORKING
As well as painting I dabble in woodworking. Specifically I build rustic farm-style dining tables, coffee tables, desks, beds, entertainment consoles, clocks and other items. With dining tables I only build the table and bench. I don't build chairs. What many have done is picked up used chairs at a garage sale or purchased contrasting chairs from IKEA. My basic charge is to take the cost of materials and double it (depending on time and complexity) which means a dining table and single bench will be about $400 with square legs or about $800 with turned legs (see below). If you are interested send me an email.
See disclaimer at the bottom.
See disclaimer at the bottom.
May 2023 - Built this queen rustic bed a year ago and finally got a couple of photos of it set up.
September 25, 2022 - I had lots of scrap pieces of wood from all my summer projects to used them to built a definitely rustic looking coffee table and two end tables. They are not perfect but I achieved the look I wanted. You can buy similar from Wayfair made from "engineered wood in China" for about $700.00. I sold my for $150. I've sold at least five of these rustic farmhouse style coffee tables.
August 18, 2022 - Just completed another toy box. This time with name carved on the front with CNC machine. $150 SOLD. Note that Amazon has a smaller toy box made from "engineered wood" for about the same price.
August 15, 2022
Rustic entertainment console with sliding barn doors. Will post some better photos when it is in its new home all dressed up. $150 SOLD
Rustic entertainment console with sliding barn doors. Will post some better photos when it is in its new home all dressed up. $150 SOLD
July 12 2022 - Children's toy box - $140 SOLD
Great toy box with two soft close hinges. Can be built in any colour combination you want. I can also have your child's name engraved on the front. A "cheap" version of this is available at Amazon for $140 and is basically a piece of junk. These are solid and well built.
Great toy box with two soft close hinges. Can be built in any colour combination you want. I can also have your child's name engraved on the front. A "cheap" version of this is available at Amazon for $140 and is basically a piece of junk. These are solid and well built.
June 2022 - Rustic coffee table and end tables
Build from scrap lumbers. Unique tops. End tables are 22" x 22" x 19.5"(H) and coffee table is 38" x 24" x 17"(H). Finished with exterior varathane so suitable for on the deck, patio or in the house. SOLD $100
Build from scrap lumbers. Unique tops. End tables are 22" x 22" x 19.5"(H) and coffee table is 38" x 24" x 17"(H). Finished with exterior varathane so suitable for on the deck, patio or in the house. SOLD $100
June 2022 - Husky Farmhouse Table with Bench and Computer Desk
Husky Farmhouse Table is 72" x 36" x 30"
I have built several of these in the past but this is the first with turned legs which are somewhat more expensive than 4 x 4 square legs. The photo isn't the greatest as I had to take it in my garage. I couldn't "stage" it inside the house as it is somewhat heavy. Materials were $650. Sold for $800.
The computer desk is built from laminated Acacia wood. It is 40" x 24" x 30" with trapezoidal metal legs and finished with Tung Oil. The cost of the metal legs was $200 and I am selling for $200. Computer not included! Contact me if interested.
Husky Farmhouse Table is 72" x 36" x 30"
I have built several of these in the past but this is the first with turned legs which are somewhat more expensive than 4 x 4 square legs. The photo isn't the greatest as I had to take it in my garage. I couldn't "stage" it inside the house as it is somewhat heavy. Materials were $650. Sold for $800.
The computer desk is built from laminated Acacia wood. It is 40" x 24" x 30" with trapezoidal metal legs and finished with Tung Oil. The cost of the metal legs was $200 and I am selling for $200. Computer not included! Contact me if interested.
October 12, 2021 - Small Kitchen Table
Just finished this for a former student. She has a small area in her kitchen and just wanted a table (4' x 2') and two small benches. Photo was just taken in my kitchen.
Just finished this for a former student. She has a small area in her kitchen and just wanted a table (4' x 2') and two small benches. Photo was just taken in my kitchen.
September 10, 2021 - Rustic Desk
Unique looking rustic desk. 59.5" x 22" x 30"H. Lots of room for a couple of printers and storage. Finished with Minwax Provincial stain and three coats of Varathane 3X gloss finish.
Unique looking rustic desk. 59.5" x 22" x 30"H. Lots of room for a couple of printers and storage. Finished with Minwax Provincial stain and three coats of Varathane 3X gloss finish.
August 15, 2021 - Square Picnic Table
Not quite as complicated as my octagonal table (see below) but seats four adults comfortably. Not the greatest photo as I had to take the photo in my garage. I'll post one once it is at its new home. SOLD
Not quite as complicated as my octagonal table (see below) but seats four adults comfortably. Not the greatest photo as I had to take the photo in my garage. I'll post one once it is at its new home. SOLD
July 27, 2021 - Patio/Deck Dining Suite
This was a very time consuming build with lots of cutting and sanding. Finished in Gunstock stain and then three coats of Helmsman semi-gloss exterior urethane. Table is 60" x 32" x 30"H. Bench is 48" x 16" x 18"H and chairs are 27"W x 27"D x 37"H(back). Seat is 18"H and 20" x 20". CLICK ON IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW.
This was a very time consuming build with lots of cutting and sanding. Finished in Gunstock stain and then three coats of Helmsman semi-gloss exterior urethane. Table is 60" x 32" x 30"H. Bench is 48" x 16" x 18"H and chairs are 27"W x 27"D x 37"H(back). Seat is 18"H and 20" x 20". CLICK ON IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW.
June 12, 2021 - Tables
Just finished the dark brown (Kona) and white tables for a friend. She has matching dining table with two benches, a desk and two book shelves all in the same basic design. Note the cat likes the shelf! Coffee table is 36" X 36" x 18" and side table is 18" x 24" x 30"(H). CLICK ON IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW.
Just finished the dark brown (Kona) and white tables for a friend. She has matching dining table with two benches, a desk and two book shelves all in the same basic design. Note the cat likes the shelf! Coffee table is 36" X 36" x 18" and side table is 18" x 24" x 30"(H). CLICK ON IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW.
May 29, 2021 - Octagonal Picnic Table - SOLD
Just finished this massive table. Seats 8 adults. It is about 7' wide at the bottom and quite heavy. Considering the price of lumber this cost me about $400 to build. I should have built it last year. Will sell at cost! I need to get it outside for a better photograph.
Just finished this massive table. Seats 8 adults. It is about 7' wide at the bottom and quite heavy. Considering the price of lumber this cost me about $400 to build. I should have built it last year. Will sell at cost! I need to get it outside for a better photograph.
May 12, 2021 - Large clock built from Alder wood 20" x 20" - high torque motor and large hands. $45 SOLD
UNIQUE END TABLES (AUCTION ITEM) - These metal framed tables started with an incredibly "tacky" faux alligator hide top made from chip board. I replaced with some 2" x 6" spruce to give the top a dimension of about 19 1/2" x 21". I added a piece of metal bar along each side to keep the boards from warping. To finish I applied two coats of Worn Navy stain, topped with two diluted coats of teal acrylic paint and then selectively sanded with 80 grit sandpaper to reveal some of the darker stain underneath and some of the raw wood. Truly unique items. For those of you in the Edmonton area these will be up for auction at a fundraiser for the Jessica Martel Memorial Foundation. The auction has been postponed so check the website for more information and updates.
STORAGE CONSOLE (SOLD) - 30"(H) x 19.5(D) x 46"(L) - I built this from all the scraps end of boards I had from my projects this summer. Works in a closet or along a wall. Shelves will easily hold storage baskets. It was sold unfinished so customer can do their own thing.
RUSTIC QUEEN BED & TWO DRAWER NIGHTSTAND (SOLD) - This one was identical to the one I built early in the summer but the top of the headboard and foot board were stained. I will post a better photograph once it is in its new home and all dressed up.
CHILD'S LOFT BED (SOLD) - Just about finished this child's loft bed. It has been a pretty simple build but lots of cutting and sanding. Will support a single/twin mattress 39" x 75". Room underneath for another bed eventually, desk or just a playhouse area. Customer is going to paint the bed. Additional photo shows what the finished product looks like. Plans from ana-white.com
ENTERTAINMENT CONSOLE (SOLD) - Just finished this rather lengthy project. 72"(L) x 36"(H) x 18"(W) with two sliding barn doors. This is the fourth item I have built for this client (see queen bed and night tables below). I really like the rustic finish. The entire cabinet is first stained a dark brown and then given two thinned coats of a light grey paint (thinned so it is easier to sand). Then a lot of creative sanding to reveal the stained and raw wood underneath. I followed that up with three coats of matte Varathane. The back is covered with a 1/8" MDF board which is white on the inside. This isn't the best photo because it is still in my garage awaiting pickup. I will post a better photo once it is in its home.
CLICK ON IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW.
CLICK ON IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW.
NARROW CONSOLE TABLE & COFFEE TABLE (SOLD)
I was "playing around" with a new colour technique. Teal with a couple of shades of brown. Not for everyone but you might have a corner of your house that needs some colour. The coffee table is 58"(L) x 23"(W) x 18"(H). The entry console table is 37"(L) x 12.5"(W) x 30"(H).
I was "playing around" with a new colour technique. Teal with a couple of shades of brown. Not for everyone but you might have a corner of your house that needs some colour. The coffee table is 58"(L) x 23"(W) x 18"(H). The entry console table is 37"(L) x 12.5"(W) x 30"(H).
FARMHOUSE STYLE DINING TABLE (SOLD)
August 2, 2020 - My recently completed table arrive at its new home in Calgary today. The colour looks great against the grey wall and looks much better than the construction photo in my garage.
August 2, 2020 - My recently completed table arrive at its new home in Calgary today. The colour looks great against the grey wall and looks much better than the construction photo in my garage.
ROUGH & RUSTIC COFFEE TABLE
July 30, 2020 - I just finished this from some really old scrap lumber I had. 19" (W) x 40" (L) x 18" (H).
July 30, 2020 - I just finished this from some really old scrap lumber I had. 19" (W) x 40" (L) x 18" (H).
RUSTIC FARMHOUSE STYLE QUEEN BED (SOLD)
Delivered the bed today, July 16, 2020. All dressed up. If your interested in trying some of these builds look at ana-white.com
Delivered the bed today, July 16, 2020. All dressed up. If your interested in trying some of these builds look at ana-white.com
LEGO TABLES
Just finished a couple of these for my neighbour. 46" x 46" x 18" lego tables. Only problem is that they are a little pricey. The grey lego tiles (15" x 15") cost about $18.00 each and you need nine per table for 46" x 46". Many people just take an old coffee table and glue them to the top and that way you can get by with six.
Just finished a couple of these for my neighbour. 46" x 46" x 18" lego tables. Only problem is that they are a little pricey. The grey lego tiles (15" x 15") cost about $18.00 each and you need nine per table for 46" x 46". Many people just take an old coffee table and glue them to the top and that way you can get by with six.
RUSTIC FARMHOUSE STYLE DINING TABLE (SOLD)
Just finished up a rustic, farmhouse dining table. 32.5" (W) x 72" (L) x 30" (H). Made from some reclaimed barn timbers that were about 50 years old. Table is $250. I've also got a matching coffee table for $50. And yes, I'm basically giving them away. I obviously don't ship these but if you are in the Edmonton area you can easily pick up. This is a relatively easy build. If you would like one contact me and let me know the size.
Just finished up a rustic, farmhouse dining table. 32.5" (W) x 72" (L) x 30" (H). Made from some reclaimed barn timbers that were about 50 years old. Table is $250. I've also got a matching coffee table for $50. And yes, I'm basically giving them away. I obviously don't ship these but if you are in the Edmonton area you can easily pick up. This is a relatively easy build. If you would like one contact me and let me know the size.
ENTERTAINMENT CONSOLE
Just finished entertainment console with sliding barn doors. 53" x 36" x 18" SOLD
CLICK ON IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW.
Just finished entertainment console with sliding barn doors. 53" x 36" x 18" SOLD
CLICK ON IMAGES FOR LARGER VIEW.
RUSTIC END TABLES
Just finished a couple of end tables. The top was made from a very old, weathered 2 x 10. All I did is sand it very lightly and then apply two coats of oil finish. I really like the look. SOLD
Just finished a couple of end tables. The top was made from a very old, weathered 2 x 10. All I did is sand it very lightly and then apply two coats of oil finish. I really like the look. SOLD
QUEEN SIZE RUSTIC BED WITH NIGHT TABLES
Finally finished building a farm style rustic double platform bed with two night tables. This was a lengthy project and my most complex build to date. The staining and painting to get the antique look was very time consuming. I first stained entire bed dark brown and then applied two coats of a diluted grey paint (50:50 water to paint). It is diluted so it can be sanded more easily. Once dry I carefully sanded in spots to allow the dark brown underneath to show up. Finally finished up with three coats of semi-gloss varathane. The two night tables were then built to match the bed. SOLD.
Finally finished building a farm style rustic double platform bed with two night tables. This was a lengthy project and my most complex build to date. The staining and painting to get the antique look was very time consuming. I first stained entire bed dark brown and then applied two coats of a diluted grey paint (50:50 water to paint). It is diluted so it can be sanded more easily. Once dry I carefully sanded in spots to allow the dark brown underneath to show up. Finally finished up with three coats of semi-gloss varathane. The two night tables were then built to match the bed. SOLD.
BENCHES / PICNIC TABLE
Just about finished these neat benches that fold and convert to a picnic table. I just need another coat of stain and they are done. Total cost was $60 for the wood and about $40 for the hardware. SOLD
Just about finished these neat benches that fold and convert to a picnic table. I just need another coat of stain and they are done. Total cost was $60 for the wood and about $40 for the hardware. SOLD
RUSTIC BAR TABLE
Top is made from some very old 2 x 12's I found.
Top is made from some very old 2 x 12's I found.
CAMPER STYLE PLAYHOUSE
Camper playhouse I just finished at my son's home. Fun project but a little challenging building the curved ends. Still need to build the door and put in the windows. I purchased the plans for this from Paul's Playhouses. He has some amazing playhouses. Take a look.
Camper playhouse I just finished at my son's home. Fun project but a little challenging building the curved ends. Still need to build the door and put in the windows. I purchased the plans for this from Paul's Playhouses. He has some amazing playhouses. Take a look.
Custom log bed
ASSORTED RUSTIC DINING TABLES, COFFEE TABLES, ENTERTAINMENT CONSOLES, DESKS AND BOOK SHELVES
UNIQUE CLOCKS
DISCLAIMER
Please understand that my products are made out of natural and real wood. This means that the pieces could potentially crack, shrink, or bow in certain areas over time. This is not necessarily typical or common. However, as with all real wood pieces, it is definitely a possibility.
I take every precaution to prevent this when building as best that I can. Having said that, it is impossible to guarantee this won't happen as wood is an organic material and is influenced by the environment.
While I have yet to have anyone report to me that they have experienced these sorts of issues with our pieces, I want to make it very clear that the potential is always there. I believe that a big part of what makes rustic furniture beautiful lies with each piece's own unique variances and imperfections, which can include cracks, knots, bowing, and gaps. Also, different batches of wood, (which come from different trees) will vary in how it accepts stain. This means that even though I may use the same stain as another piece, it may not come out exactly the same colour wise. In fact it won’t!
No finished piece is ever an exact replica of another and that is the beauty of it!
I have never had a complaint about the quality of any of the items. If excessive changes occur they can usually be repaired.
Please understand that my products are made out of natural and real wood. This means that the pieces could potentially crack, shrink, or bow in certain areas over time. This is not necessarily typical or common. However, as with all real wood pieces, it is definitely a possibility.
I take every precaution to prevent this when building as best that I can. Having said that, it is impossible to guarantee this won't happen as wood is an organic material and is influenced by the environment.
While I have yet to have anyone report to me that they have experienced these sorts of issues with our pieces, I want to make it very clear that the potential is always there. I believe that a big part of what makes rustic furniture beautiful lies with each piece's own unique variances and imperfections, which can include cracks, knots, bowing, and gaps. Also, different batches of wood, (which come from different trees) will vary in how it accepts stain. This means that even though I may use the same stain as another piece, it may not come out exactly the same colour wise. In fact it won’t!
No finished piece is ever an exact replica of another and that is the beauty of it!
I have never had a complaint about the quality of any of the items. If excessive changes occur they can usually be repaired.