I wrote a blog post with instructions of how to build this craft desk: truewhimsy.com/make-your-own-diy-craft-table-using-inexpensive-pieces/ 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
This is a pretty solid little workbench. While once you figure out how it comes together, it is physically Easy to assemble ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh by yourself. But the diagrams explaining the steps are really pretty bad. I could not get the handle pins in all the way despite multiple attempts, so I just used a screw I had on hand for the 2nd handle. I could not get the first pin in further or pull it back out. You are supposed to hammer it in, but I had no leverage and the handle is plastic and I did not want to risk breaking it. I will get a lot of use out of the bench because of the convenient size and height. It does fold up nicely for storage. They even explain how to fold it so you don't get pinched...that is important!
Your enthusiasm and joy for this project made my day so much better. Love the idea also. I was feeling down and not creative but your love of this craft desk, building and having something so awesome to work at turned my mood upside down! Thank you.
So i have a 22.5 ft x 11ft livingroom that im turning into a craftroom. I decided that im going to line the walls with black 9 cube shelves with butcherboard counters. My initial thought for the workbench in the center was just a wood tabke, but after watching, i think im doing more cubes. Bigger than yours but same concept. Then the walls will be markerboards and bulletin boards. It'll also make for a nice classroom setting when i start homeschooling. But thanks for this idea. It fit perfectly into what i already had in mind.
Love it! Going to do the same thing except just use a piece of plywood for my top and paint it, maybe add a few basket drawers under the top where there aren’t any shelves. Thanks so much for sharing!!😊
Hi Lisa, I finally found your page . You are amazing..i went to visit Vicki H and we were catching up on lonetree kp..she showed me the barn signs you made for her...Gorgeous!!! Keep up the good work. I'm binge watching your videos while on vacation looking for my next project😂
I need a craft table. Your idea is the best. I know that sometimes I like to sit and other times, I want to stand and move around more freely. Thanks I'm going to use your idea.
Thank you so much Lynda. I have been so happy with this craft table - It get's used a LOT and was worth the time, and money investment. I just got a new storage organizer to hold my Cricut machine, and I think I'm going to do a Craft Room tour video to show how I use all of the storage I have created, maybe it will give you more ideas! Have a great day!
Feb 2023 Nicely done! Looking for same for craft/sewing room. Link for shelving unit goes to $90 unit in white. Table top is $120. Will check Target and Wally World. Thanks for posting.
Thank you so much for this. If anyone is looking to do this, target has these organizers for $17.98 ish??? Right now 9/14/2022. My project is WIP but it looking good so far. Smaller table top and need to put it all together.
Looking to set up a new craft space for myself and this is a nice approach. I actually have the same Ulanzi camera arm thing that I use for work and streaming. Fantastic piece of kit! Really solid.
For your next project using particle board (like what you've used to here), you don't need to hand-tighten anything; use the drill the entire time... BUT utilize the torque feature of your drill to avoid stripping the "wood". I see you're using HART products, so your setting will inevitably differ from my own as I use DeWalt. I set the torque ring to #2 and never strip anything while still ensuring tight screws.
Really nice!! You did a great job. Beautiful desk. Love the top. Where did you find your chair? I have been looking for one similar. Thanks. Take care ❤️
Hi you did an amazing job on this!!! I just ordered the cubes and table top to make this. Is there written instructions I can follow by aside from the video? Also, what size screws, washers and drill bit work best for this? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!
That is such a good idea! I have not written out the instructions - yet - but I will now! 😁😁😁I believe the screws were 1 1/2" long just to be able to secure the tabletop into the cubes. And they were drywall screws so they had a pointy end, which made it easier to get them to grab into the wood. We bought the screws at Home Depot, and went to the washer section so we could pull a screw out, and find the right size washer to fit. And the drill bit is tiny probably 1/4" (?) it was one of the smallest drill bits we could find.- just enough to start a hole to get the screws started. I will write up some step by step instructions and put them on my blog ( truewhimsy.com/ ) in the next few days for you too!
@@BudgetEquestrian omg thank you so much for your quick response and for offering to prepare instructions... 🙏 After I ordered the supplies and realized I didn't really know what size screws or drill but etc that I might not have enough info to do this effectively and end up ruining the cubbies lol. Your design was exactly what I had been looking for and I have been looking for a while! I don't have a lot of space in my bedroom and I have the Ikea kallax 4x4 cubbies all around my room holding my craft stuff but I just don't have a lot of room for a desk so I have to roll in a foldable desk/table right now and put it away to have desk space and it just doesn't work. This design will allow me to remove the two 4x4 kallax cubbies from my room and use these smaller ones to create a desk/storage space in one by having and I'll still have the same amount of cubbies I had with the kallax just not taking as much space. I'm so excited to make this and really really appreciate your response and help. 🥰
I wrote a blog post with instructions of how to build this craft desk:
truewhimsy.com/make-your-own-diy-craft-table-using-inexpensive-pieces/
😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
Love simple diy projects that are amazing and this is amazing ! 💃🏾💃🏾I’m dancing with you.thank you for sharing 🌸
This is a pretty solid little workbench. While once you figure out how it comes together, it is physically Easy to assemble ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxyFZUPFEey-PuqsPMxqaykBhgA1LWxFHh by yourself. But the diagrams explaining the steps are really pretty bad. I could not get the handle pins in all the way despite multiple attempts, so I just used a screw I had on hand for the 2nd handle. I could not get the first pin in further or pull it back out. You are supposed to hammer it in, but I had no leverage and the handle is plastic and I did not want to risk breaking it. I will get a lot of use out of the bench because of the convenient size and height. It does fold up nicely for storage. They even explain how to fold it so you don't get pinched...that is important!
One day I’ll have my own craft table 🥹
Your enthusiasm and joy for this project made my day so much better. Love the idea also. I was feeling down and not creative but your love of this craft desk, building and having something so awesome to work at turned my mood upside down! Thank you.
So i have a 22.5 ft x 11ft livingroom that im turning into a craftroom. I decided that im going to line the walls with black 9 cube shelves with butcherboard counters. My initial thought for the workbench in the center was just a wood tabke, but after watching, i think im doing more cubes. Bigger than yours but same concept. Then the walls will be markerboards and bulletin boards. It'll also make for a nice classroom setting when i start homeschooling. But thanks for this idea. It fit perfectly into what i already had in mind.
Thank for for the blog link with more details. I'm making this asap!
Love it! Going to do the same thing except just use a piece of plywood for my top and paint it, maybe add a few basket drawers under the top where there aren’t any shelves. Thanks so much for sharing!!😊
Awesome job! Great tips too. ❤ 👏🏼
Hi Lisa, I finally found your page . You are amazing..i went to visit Vicki H and we were catching up on lonetree kp..she showed me the barn signs you made for her...Gorgeous!!! Keep up the good work. I'm binge watching your videos while on vacation looking for my next project😂
This is what I was looking for!!! Thank you!
You're welcome!! 🥰
Awesome! Thanks for the inspiration!
I need a craft table. Your idea is the best. I know that sometimes I like to sit and other times, I want to stand and move around more freely. Thanks I'm going to use your idea.
Thank you so much Lynda. I have been so happy with this craft table - It get's used a LOT and was worth the time, and money investment. I just got a new storage organizer to hold my Cricut machine, and I think I'm going to do a Craft Room tour video to show how I use all of the storage I have created, maybe it will give you more ideas! Have a great day!
@@BudgetEquestrian I'm using a card table.
Feb 2023
Nicely done!
Looking for same for craft/sewing room.
Link for shelving unit goes to $90 unit in white. Table top is $120.
Will check Target and Wally World.
Thanks for posting.
Thank you so much for this. If anyone is looking to do this, target has these organizers for $17.98 ish??? Right now 9/14/2022. My project is WIP but it looking good so far. Smaller table top and need to put it all together.
I love your desk and organization
This is fantastic!!! Good job Lisa and husband ♡
Thank you so much!!
Looking to set up a new craft space for myself and this is a nice approach. I actually have the same Ulanzi camera arm thing that I use for work and streaming. Fantastic piece of kit! Really solid.
Great job!! 👍
Awesome job y'all😊love it!!!💞💞💞
For your next project using particle board (like what you've used to here), you don't need to hand-tighten anything; use the drill the entire time... BUT utilize the torque feature of your drill to avoid stripping the "wood". I see you're using HART products, so your setting will inevitably differ from my own as I use DeWalt. I set the torque ring to #2 and never strip anything while still ensuring tight screws.
That looks great! Thank you for the idea!
Thank you for watching! 😁😁😁
Amazing!❤❤
Kinda wondering if using strong double sided tape and nails might work for those who don't have a drill. Great idea to make this.
Nice. Ever thought of adding lockable wheels?
Such an awesome way to start the New Year by organization!!! And you have a mighty fine tax right off to boot! 😁 woo-hoo!!!
Yes! Thank you! I love getting organized!
AWESOME!!!! :-)
I can't find a table top that size..lol
Really nice!! You did a great job. Beautiful desk. Love the top. Where did you find your chair? I have been looking for one similar. Thanks. Take care ❤️
Hi Sandy! We bought the chair on Amazon! This is the chair: amzn.to/3rdpMo9
@@BudgetEquestrianThank you so much!!! ❤️
Hi Lisa, do you have a link to the 48x40 tabletop? I’m looking at Kaboon’s options and can’t find that size!
Hi you did an amazing job on this!!! I just ordered the cubes and table top to make this. Is there written instructions I can follow by aside from the video? Also, what size screws, washers and drill bit work best for this? Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!
That is such a good idea! I have not written out the instructions - yet - but I will now! 😁😁😁I believe the screws were 1 1/2" long just to be able to secure the tabletop into the cubes. And they were drywall screws so they had a pointy end, which made it easier to get them to grab into the wood. We bought the screws at Home Depot, and went to the washer section so we could pull a screw out, and find the right size washer to fit. And the drill bit is tiny probably 1/4" (?) it was one of the smallest drill bits we could find.- just enough to start a hole to get the screws started.
I will write up some step by step instructions and put them on my blog ( truewhimsy.com/ ) in the next few days for you too!
@@BudgetEquestrian omg thank you so much for your quick response and for offering to prepare instructions... 🙏 After I ordered the supplies and realized I didn't really know what size screws or drill but etc that I might not have enough info to do this effectively and end up ruining the cubbies lol.
Your design was exactly what I had been looking for and I have been looking for a while! I don't have a lot of space in my bedroom and I have the Ikea kallax 4x4 cubbies all around my room holding my craft stuff but I just don't have a lot of room for a desk so I have to roll in a foldable desk/table right now and put it away to have desk space and it just doesn't work. This design will allow me to remove the two 4x4 kallax cubbies from my room and use these smaller ones to create a desk/storage space in one by having and I'll still have the same amount of cubbies I had with the kallax just not taking as much space.
I'm so excited to make this and really really appreciate your response and help.
🥰
Where did u get the table top
I got it on Amazon
Do you feel can u put rolling coasters on the bottom? is there enough "meat and potatoes" to screw into?
I bet you mount them to a 2x4 frame you could.
Do the screws go through the table top?
They do screw into the top, but they are short enough they do not come through the top.