2024年10月14日星期一

Wood Christmas Tree Decor DIY

Why I Built these Amazing Wooden Christmas Trees!

I love building holiday decor to make my home more festive. These Christmas trees are so fun and easy to build and add that fun holiday element for my home during the holidays!

wooden Christmas tree decor diy

 

Why We Love this Wooden Christmas Tree Decor DIY

  • Easy to store away between holiday seasons
  • Get the custom finish desired
  • Inexpensive, quick and easy to build
  • Great plan to build for friends, family or craft fair
  • Multiple sizes to create a "forest"
  • Easy to add decor items to dress up
  • Built using minimal tools

 

How I Built these DIY Wooden Christmas Trees

I cut all of my pieces according to the cut list and then sanded each piece before assembly.

cuts

 

You will want to clamp the top of the tree and make sure you are shooting the nails in at the correct angle.

clamps

clamps

For each section added to the top there is a 1/2" overlap, so I used my multi marking tool and set it to a half inch.

multi mark

I lined up the next piece with my mark, added glue and attached using brad nails.

attach

nail

Flip and repeat. For the bottom tree section, I used a 1x spacer to hold it up and in place to attach the nails.

spacer

Finally, glue and nail the bottom section and it's time to finish! I decided to use spray paint on some and others I used stain. I love the stained "trunk" as an added accent!

bottom

bottom

 

bottom

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Cedar Fence Picket Christmas Tree Decor

Why I Built this Project

I wanted to create easy Christmas tree decor with scrap lumber that I had on hand. Cedar fence pickets are only a few dollars if you don't have any scrap pieces laying around. I also had some scrap 1x3 pieces on hand, but you could also rip the fence pickets to get the back and bottom attached. Overall I'm super happy with this project that only took me about 30 minutes to build from start to finish. This cute tree adds the perfect festive decor for my countertop! I had fun playing around with how to top it off with some fun decor items from our local craft store. I love that you can use it with a candle or add an ornament to dress it up.

 

 

Why We Love this Cedar Fence Picket Christmas Tree

  • Easy to build using minimal tools
  • It's free if you have scrap wood laying around and very inexpensive if not
  • Only took 1/2 hour to build from start to finish
  • Dress up with your favorite ornament or candle
  • Build for friends, family or to sell at craft fairs
  • Build multiple trees and finish to your liking

 

How I Built this Project

I cut all of my pieces according to the cut list, sanded each piece and laid them out flat.

tree

 

I added glue to the 1x3 backing, leaving 3/4" for the base overhanging.

back

oveerhang

Then I nailed from the back and added the base by nailing through the back at the base.

back

base

tree

finished

Paint or stain as desired! Easy peasy Christmas decor.

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2024年9月25日星期三

Making a LARGE 17ft Concrete slab

In this video, I show how to create a large concrete slab from start to finish. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Clearing the Area 01:30 - Surveying the Site 02:28 - Building the Frame 06:13 - Trench Filling Techniques 07:08 - Reinforcing with Rebar 09:18 - Concrete Recycling Methods 10:35 - Preparing for Concrete Pour 11:43 - Slab Pouring Process 17:33 - Screeding for Smooth Finish 19:22 - Top Finishing Techniques 21:41 - Removing the Frame 22:36 - Cleaning Up the Site 23:09 - Inspecting the Slab 23:36 - Sodding the Area 25:21 - Final Concrete Results Tools used: • Big hat https://amzn.to/3XyQBlJ • Canopy Tent https://amzn.to/47Gbccx • Face shield: https://amzn.to/3MTAg6v • Circular saw https://ift.tt/JP2Z34m • Sledgehammer https://ift.tt/aisBxEA • Hammer https://ift.tt/4hIXwHP = • Shovel https://ift.tt/hDmb7MV • Hand tamper https://ift.tt/RfMqLSU • Drill https://ift.tt/zpGX3PB • Speed square • Framing square • Level • Nail Stakes with Holes https://ift.tt/PpD8MyZ • Grinder https://amzn.to/3Tyeo4m • Bosh chipping hammer https://amzn.to/3zf6jKW • Large white tarp https://amzn.to/3MLSxT8 Concrete Tools • Mudmixer @HD https://ift.tt/bP5MXW8 • Mudmixer @Amazon: https://amzn.to/3BhBJAU • Metal Screed https://ift.tt/R0QDuoK • Concrete placer https://amzn.to/3ZzDjIB • Float https://amzn.to/3ZtDULO • Bull float https://amzn.to/3Zt3VdW • Finishing trowel https://amzn.to/3TyvgIe • Edger https://amzn.to/4djvaLC • Rebar bender https://ift.tt/d5PHgKL • Wire Twister https://ift.tt/1KHktuh Materials used • 71 - bags of 60lb of concrete https://ift.tt/qGpijxA • Strings https://ift.tt/k1p2dEN • Screws • Lumber (2x12x8ft) https://ift.tt/KJx5XgU • 3/8 Rebar https://ift.tt/Rn9UZv1 • Rebar ties https://amzn.to/3Twpl68 • Sod **Disclosure: This description contains affiliate links. If you click on one of them and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I appreciate your support! #ConcreteSlab #DIYHomeImprovement #ConcreteMistakes

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2024年9月22日星期日

Fix a slanted concrete slab in minutes with this TIP

If your slab is uneven, don’t worry—I’ve got you covered with a method that’s quick and effective. Tools used: • Tamper https://ift.tt/NmeqRho • Circular saw https://ift.tt/DP8ifUT • Hydraulic jack https://amzn.to/3XMSkoP • Shovel https://ift.tt/8q21cp5 • Level https://amzn.to/3XwSdMZ Materials used • Cinder blocks - homedepot.sjv.io/AWdZeo • Piece of lumber ********** Support my work ********** My Woodworking Plans: https://ift.tt/aflWFAK Help me make more Video: https://ift.tt/YDPErh4 YouTube: Subscribe & "RING the Bell": http://bit.ly/1PtWJEd Instagram: https://ift.tt/l5vmRgy Pinterest: https://ift.tt/VNemszi

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2024年9月19日星期四

Modern Wood Side Table

Why I Built this Project

I wanted a place for a nice plant in our living room as well as a good spot to store our "coffee table books".   I love simple projects and using common boards!

 

Why We Love this Modern Wood Side Table

  • Easy to build, it only took me one hour start to finish
  • Solid wood construction
  • Built using basic tools and materials 
  • Added a modern design element to our room
  • Versatile for living room, bedroom or bathroom
  • Functional for setting cups or adding a plant
  • Storage, great place to store a few books

 

How I Built this Project

Make sure you pick out nice straight boards.

lumber

Make cuts according to the cut list.

cut pieces

Attach first 2 long pieces with glue and nails. Make sure you're working on a flat level surface.

assemblyMeasure and mark shelf placement and attach with glue and nails. I marked the inside and outside of the two uprights to make sure I didn't miss nailing as well as clamped in place once positioned correctly.

shelf placement

shelf placement

marks

shelf

Attach front leg, I attached the top first and then checked for level on the lower shelf. Use glue and nails.

leg

leg

level

stand

Fill nail holes, sand and finish with paint or stain!

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Installing a Central AC Heat Pump System | HVAC Replacement | Senville | DIY Creators

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2024年9月16日星期一

Double Large Console - Dog Crate Furniture

Why I Built this Project

My niece has a small apartment with two large dogs.  She wanted a more attractive solution than a plastic kennel, and also wanted to be able to use the top surface as a tabletop and to support a large tv.

They also wanted an open bottom so plastic pet trays could be easily slid under (and out) if needed for cleaning.

dog crate furniture double wide free plans

Why We Love this Double Dog Crate Furniture 

  • Much more attractive than a metal or plastic kennel
  • Top is useable as a tabletop surface
  • Easy to clean and use
  • Double design for two dogs saves space and while keeping dogs separated
  • Easy to customize color and size to match desgin
  • Surprisingly lightweight for how large the project is
  • Very sturdy 

 

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