Mirror With Barnwood Frame for The Everything Table

I bought some mirrors at a thrift store, took them home and made barnwood frames for them.  Jenn came up with the idea for the shelf on it and the end cuts on each uppper corner.  It looks amazing above the table I just posted and here are some pictures...

The "Everything" Table

I made a very kick ass table today!  It uses reclaimed barnwood, including 2 x 10 planks, 4 x 4's, and other boards for the supports.  This table took hours and hours to sand and stain!  The table top uses 4 rustic square nails in each corner that hold it to each leg.  The support boards from the front legs to the back legs, fit snug through the square holes in each leg and a wedge is used to snug the support boards in the leg holes.  This table is solid and sexy!!!

Rustic Dining Table

John made this table in about a week.  He started by making the frame, mounting the legs and cross braces for the table top boards, cutting the table top boards to fit snug in the frame, sanded the heck out of it, stained it dark walnut to give it an old look, and put a coat of clear polyurathane on it once a day for 5 days until it was smooth to the touch and shiny.  The legs are braced on the floor level to add stability to the table and a solid look.  Awesome job John!!!

Rustic Coffee Table, Sofa Table, and 2 End Tables

I wanted to make a matching living room set, so I did.  (The advantages of being your own boss. LOL)  The coffee table is 19.5" tall x 36" x 36.  The sofa table is 30" tall x 40" long x 18" wide.  The end tables are 24" tall x 18" wide x 17 deep.  They are made from reclaimed wood from a torn down fence.  I sanded the heck out of the wood, put them together and stained them dark walnut to give them an older antique look.  I clear coated them with polyurathane several times to protect them and make them shine.  Fun project and will look nice in just about anyones living room!

Rustic Wood Boxes

I think I have posted the wood boxes I make before, but using the left over scrap boards and not throwing them away, is a good way to recycle wood and make something that is usefull and will last a long time.  I think having like 5 to 7 wood crates and boxes stacked in a corner or against a wall, looks cool as a rustic accent!  I drill holes in the sides and thread jute rope through to make rope handles.  I put deviders in the boxes, make lids for some of them, etc...

Custom Order For A Mid Evil Look

I had a customer call me and ask if I could make him a table/desk and a mid evil weapons display case and make it look kinda like the period.  I have never made anything like this before, but I took on the challenge.  He wanted a book case looking display case for his weapons, but I thought it would be to enclosed and not show the weapons very well, so I put my own twist on the design.  He is coming out today to look at them and I hope he likes what I made.  This was one of my favorite projects!  I looked up mid evil furniture on line to see if I could replicate the look using reclaimed lumber.  Not bad for a first attempt!  lol.  It turned out great!  Look at the side pannels on the desk. 

The Difference From Hand Made Furniture and Big Box Furniture!

I make a lot of different furniture.  I only use reclaimed wood and still use primitive tools.  I inspect every board to make sure it looks like I want it to.  I drill pilot and countersink holes by hand and I even still hand carve tendens for log furniture with a knife.  There is no wrong way to make furniture as long as its safe, sturdy, and level.  Everyone has their own taste in the furniture that they like, just like they pick and choose the music they want to listen to by what they like and fits their personality.

In my opinion, there are two types of furniture.  Disposible and Non Disposible.  You get what you pay for with anything you buy.  It is your hard earned dollar, so spend it as you will.  I have recently made random furniture like patio tables, log benches, floating shelves, etc...and posted them on Craigslist to sell and spark peoples imagination to call me for custom builds.  I just had a lady today, email me with a picture of a slab table from a big box store and ask me what I would charge to make it.  She did not understand why hand making the table she sent me the picture of was so expensive compared to the tables that I had posted on Craigslist.  The table she sent me a picture of, was about a $1500 big box store table.  It was quality and very nice looking, but imposible for a grass roots person to make for the price of the big box store. 

When one is grass roots and not a big chain, you don't have the buying power to order already milled lumber that can easily be asembled by anyone who can fog a mirror.  Most people don't have industial wood working tools in their shop or garage and don't buy bulk wood from a wholesaler.  Us little guys have to get free wood when we can and go to Home Depot to get the rest and it cost more.  We also have to put more time and our heart in making furniure to make sure the boards are planed flush to eachother and use more basic or primitive tools. 

For example:  If you looked at solid wood table at a big box store for $1500.  It would probably cost you $2000 plus to have it custom made.  It is more money, however, each builder puts his or her own style with their building and you piece will be one of a kind.  It will be backed by the artisin who made it because they want to keep a reputation of quality furniture and want their customers to enjoy their pieces for generations sparking conversation in homes and businesses.  I work 10 to 12 hours a day to meet deadlines and ensure my furniture is going to meet or exceed my customers expectations and sometimes don't even brake even for my time and materials, because I enjoy the expressions my customers show when they see what I have made for them.  Also, lots of people are on tight budgets and can't afford nice furniture, so I will make it anyway with the budget they have.  It is a way to meet incredible people, get referals, and get satisfaction that something I have made will be enjoyed for years and years!

If you want a piece of custom furniture made by a grass roots artisin or art work or jewelry, etc...and are on a budget, that is fine, but don't low ball anyone who makes any kind of hand craft.  It is in insult to me and them for their expertise and the heart and sould that we all put into our work.  Work on not being lazy and driving to the big box stores!!!  Take the time to find a local artisin and have some patience for them to make what you want over a week or two.  Give them a small deposit so they can get any supplies needed and don't end up spending their own money on your project that may or may not get picked up.  A deposit will ensure a more timely delivery and gives each artisin motivation to spend extra time on your project!  An artisin will often offer discounts on future projects or pieces if you give them repeat business, so support the local little guy and the world goes round and round. 

Custom Order For a Patio Table and Benches

This table is 36" x 36" and is made from reclaimed 2 x 6 boards, walnut and oak logs.  The post on the table supporting the table top and feet is log.  I had to square off both ends of the log to mount the table top and feet securly and solid.

Barnwood Floating Shelf and Window Boxes

I love making these shelves and window boxes!  They add so much warth and character to your walls and rooms!  You can hang them in any room and put candles, pictures, knick knacks, etc... on them. 

6' Walnut Bench, Chest, Rustic Bin

I made a rustic garbage can/dog food bin from torn down fence boards as well as a chest/trunk.  It took a lot of sanding to get the mold and dirt off, but it was worth it!  I also made a 6' walnut log bench.  Lots of planing and sanding on this bench!  The chest/trunk has the hinges in the back and a lock/latch in the front.  When you open it, there is a flip up stick to hold the lid open.  It was hot out today and sweat, dirt, and saw dust is a bad combo, especially for your eyes, so no matter how nerdy it looks...wear protective glasses.  LOL

2 Matching Entry Way Table/Shelves and a Mirror With A Barnwood Frame

I made 2 shallow entry way tables for someone who does not have a lot of space or just wants to full empty wall space in their entry way or against the wall.  They are 36" wide x 31" tall x 4" deep.  They mount to the wall, so they don't tip over.  I also made a frame  for a mirror I got at a garage sale out of reclaimed wood and barnwood.  It is 75" long and 21" wide.  It has a simple look that will fit in any home, cabin, or place of business.  It also can be put on the wall above a wall bar or table for an accent.  Very Nice!!!

It is amazing how hard it is to take a good picture of a mirror!  LOL

Pics Of My Furniture In A Customers House

I made 2 barnwood frames and used old rustic tractor seats as the picture and made a coffee table out of an oak pallet for a customer.  He sent me pics back of the frames on his wall and his pallet table next to his 3k dollar soffa.  How cool is that? 

Thank You!

Thank you all whom have supported me with my furniture!  I fill my days, 10 to 14 hours daily by making my furniture and showing it.  It is very gratifying to have you compliment my work and enjoy something I have made with my heart in it!  I'm taking a week off from building next week to let my hands, elbows, and back have a rest from the constant vibrations from the saws, drills, and lifting. 

I am goiong to do research and think of new ideas for more furniture to make after my rest.  I look forward to continuing to meet amazing people through this venture, like I have already and peaking your interest on my future furniture builds...

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Cute Little Walnut Log End Tables

I had a customer buy a few walnut log benches for his patio and wanted 2 end tables to match, so I made them for him.  It is crazy how sturdy these little guys are and how beautiful walnut is with a few coats of clear lacquer.

7' long x 32" wide x 42" tall Reclaimed Wood Bar

I had a person looking at my patio bar I had posted on Craigslist and wanted me to make him one for his basement that he is turning into a wine seller/entertainment room.  This bar is 7' long 32" wide and 42" tall.  It is made of reclaimed wood and over a 100 year old barnwood.  I should have charged him more, because I'm almost out of stain, lacquer, nails, scres, sand paper,etc.... lol.  It has wine glass holders on each end that hold 4 glasses each, a liquer shelf across the entire length of the bar, a 10" over hang for stools, and has several coats of clear lacquer to protect it and make it look shiny.