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DIY Farmhouse Table Tutorial

I received several requests for the tutorial on building a simple DIY farmhouse table (with just a drill) that was published in the October 2011 issue of Cottages & Bungalows.  I just got the “thumbs up” to publish the full tutorial on my blog, so here you go!   DIY farm house table | materials & tools Pine lumber – 3 – 1” x 12” x 6’ (top) 2 – 1” x 3” x 64” (apron/frame) 2 – 1” x 3” x 28” (apron/frame) 2 – 1” x 3” x 26 ¼” (bracing) 2 – 1” x 2” x 28” (bracing) 2 – 1” x 3” x 28″ (bracing) Four pre-turned legs, 29” high Electric drill One box self – drilling 1 ¾” wood screws (matching bit included in box) Clamps (optional) Router (optional) Wood filler Putty knife Fine grit sanding sponge DIY farmhouse table | instructions 1. On a

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build a farmhouse table with a drill

The full tutorial and cut list for how to build a DIY farmhouse table with a drill can be found in THIS POST. I write a monthly spread for Cottages and Bungalows magazine called “DIY Essentials.”  The October 2011 issue features a tutorial on building a basic DIY farm table.  If you’ve never done woodworking before, that might sound like an intimidating project, but my husband and I made one with just a drill.  No saws or other expensive, specialty tools.  It’s sturdy and the size and leg style can be customized for your space.  Check out the issue to get all of the details…   The issue should be in the mailboxes of subscribers and it will hit newsstands soon.   Now I have to get to work on Thanksgiving and Christmas projects…yes…in August.  Welcome to my world.  Junk Bonanza Giveaway is… Calli!  Congrats, girl!  Shop for me while you’re

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I’m Marian, a painter, writer, and lover of all things creative. From art and antiques to home projects and everyday life, I share my journey in hopes of inspiring you to embrace your own creativity and make beauty in the spaces you live.

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