Storage Beds & Corner Hutch

Do you love PBKids and PBTeen? Me too! I was recently asked to build something similar to this storage bed from PB.  This sucker is ON SALE NOW @ PB for only $2325 + $200 Shipping. Ya know, chump change. I knew I could build it for 1/2 the price and I don't charge $200  for delivery and installation if you live nearby.

I accepted the challenge to build this with a few modifications. We wanted no cubbies on the ends and 3 drawers on the front instead. This is serving as clothing storage instead of having a dresser. This was a first for me on several levels. First time I had ever done drawers, first time I'd ever done something of this magnitude! It was really a lot of fun, and in the end I'm really proud of the way it looks! We ended up with cork and dry erase board instead of just cork.

Cubbies for Jamie

I spent this week in the garage finally getting down to business on building 2 cubbie benches for Jamie. Thanks to a tip from Sonya, I bypassed my usual trip to Orange and went to McCoy's. Oh I am so glad I did! I waste so much time sorting though wood at Orange to find decent pieces that aren't warped, bowed, and twisted. In contrast, McCoy's was neat, clean, organized, and EVERY piece of wood was good quality. I'm all for paying less money for better quality wood and a better shopping experience.---end plug---

So with those 1x12s and 1x2s and 2 afternoons in the garage (one building, one filling and sanding) I created these.

Pretty darned good looking if I do say so myself. Your furniture will only be as good as the materials and tools you use! As soon as Jamie lets me know what color she wants these I'll paint them....hint hint....