Since our new home is a bit smaller then the house we were renting, some of our furniture didn't quite fit. So, I've been using this as a challenge to build our own. This is my most recent project I've started. They are end tables for our couch.

I started by cruising Pinterest for ideas and found some table ideas I could use to build to fit our needs. I found one design that was very simple, but they were selling them for $160 - Holy Cow! That is totally out of our price range! (see below)

I drew up a plan, went to the local lumber yard, purchased my lumber and then took it home to get started. Luckily Keil is pretty on board when it comes to my crazy ideas. And, of course I am doing this in winter, so most of the project has been inside. And then having to wait for warm enough days to stain, seal, and poly.

I will post the final pictures when I finish!

Today I got to start building some of my projects I have been planning for around the house. The first project is the shelving unit for next to the stove. Now mind you, I am not the best at woodworking, but I try really hard to make it nice. So some of my lines are a little wonky, but hey, that's what makes it unique and handcrafted! LOL right!?

I haven't decided if I am going to leave it natural or stain it. But for now it works perfect for what I need it for!