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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2012

Day 30 - Build a 2x4 Craft Table

Good gravy, guys. Only two days left! You can see links to the complete series here, and get

details about my Lowe's gift card giveaway here. In this series, we're seeing what we can

make out of 2x4's. I want to keep it cheap, keep it easy, and keep it totally doable for anyone.

Today's project is super handy for all you crafty people - it's a Craft table!

This table has a great workspace to spread out for all your crafty endeavors. Whether it's

sewing, scrap booking, or painting, I'm sure you could use a little more room to spread out! I

sized it to fit a space in my home, and you can easily adjust the measurements to fit whatever

space you need. Not too crafty? This would also be a great dining table for small spaces, or

you could tuck a chair under it for a great desk! Let's build it!

Shopping List:

7 - 2x4s @ 10' long

1 - 2x4 @ 8' long

Tools:

Saw

Drill

2 1/2 screws (or Kreg Jig & 2 1/2" self tapping screws)

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4" screws (or Kreg Jig & 2 1/2" self tapping screws)

Wood glue

Wood filler

2x4 Cut List:

(A) - 4 @ 28 1/2" (legs)

(B) - 2 @ 30" (front/back)

(C) - 3 @ 26 1/2" (sides/support)

(D) - 9 @ 39" (top)

Dimensions: 39" wide x 30" tall x 31 1/2" deep

Please read all the directions before beginning, and cut your pieces as you go, measuring

before each cut. Use 2 1/2 screws or pocket holes with 2 1/2" pocket screws unless otherwise

indicated. Always use glue. Pre-drill and countersink your screws. I have not built from

these exact plans, so measure lots to make sure things work out!

Step 1: Build the BaseStart by using one front/back board (B) to connect two legs (A) as shown below. The

front/back board should be flush with the top of the legs. Attach it using a Kreg Jig, or by

drilling through the legs into front/back boards with 4" screws. Use glue. Repeat to connect

the other set of legs.

Now use the side/support boards (C) to connect the two leg sections you just built. One side

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board should be flush with each end of the leg sections, and the third board should be

centered in between with 16 1/4" of space on either side. All these boards should be flush with

the top of the leg sections. Attach them with a Kreg Jig and pocket hole screws, or by drilling

through the legs & front/back boards into each support board with 2 1/2" screws. Use glue.

Step 2: The TopNow you can install the top boards (check for square first by measuring corner-to-corner in

both directions. The measurements will be the same if the table is square). Lay the top

boards side-by-side, centered on top of the table base with a 1" overhang on all sides. Once

the boards are in place, drill down through each board into the supports and legs below with

2 1/2" screws and glue.

Step 3: FinishingStart by filling any holes and sanding everything smooth. Then finish it off with paint or stain

and polyurethane. Be creative and have fun! Want a few ideas? Well, I always love a rustic

stain finish.

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You could do a two-tone look by staining the top and painting the legs a crisp white.

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Labels: 31 day s of 2x4 projects, building, furniture

Project 2x4 Cost:

$22.40 - 7 2x4s @ 10' long ($3.20 each)

$2.50 - 1 2x4 @ 8' long ($2.50 each)

$24.90 Total

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Michelle J. October 30, 2012 at 1:07 PM

I could definitely use some crafting space!

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Anonymous October 30, 2012 at 1:40 PM

Crafty

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AnnaPK November 4, 2012 at 8:16 AM

Thanks for the contest!

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