AMERICAN
PLANS
Great plans, but Imperial dimensions only. Each plan includes full assembly instructions.
The projects skill level is rated from 1 to 5 with 1 being able to be completed by Beginners and 5 being of a complexity for Experts.
Purchase of these plans does not convey the right to produce the item/s for sale.
Cost of plans includes postage within Australia.
To view a larger image of the project click on the image below you are interested in.
Michael Dunbar Oval Back Windsor Chair
15" x 21" x 36 3/4"
(W x D x H approx)
The oval back chair was traditionally used as a side chair.
Skill Level: 3
Cost: $35.75
Code: ZA
Greg Harkins Plantation Rocker
22" x 19" x 45"
(W x D x H approx)
This design dates from the 1800s and is a woodturner’s delight. The rattan cane weaving can be store-bought or be easily made with a little practice.
Skill Level: 3
Cost: $35.75
Code: ZB
Chris Murphy Mission Buffet
52" x 19 1/2" x 44"
(W x D x H approx)
The Buffet provides a lot of storage with six drawers and three doors
Skill Level: 3
Cost: $38.60
Code: ZC
Chris Murphy Mission Chair
18" x 18 1/4" x 41"
(W x D x H approx)
The Mission Chair has mortise and tenon joinery to ensure that it will last.
Skill Level: 2
Cost: $35.75
Code: ZD
Chris Murphy Mission Table
65" x 42" x 30"
(W x D x H approx)
The Mission Table also has mortise and tenon joinery. With the centre leaf in place, the Table will seat 10.
Skill Level: 2
Cost: $36.85
Code: ZE
Lingerie Dresser
22" x 17" x 48"
(W x D x H approx)
A popular pattern, this special purpose dresser was specifically designed for a lady’s use. The dresser has seven drawers, each with half blind dovetails.
Skill Level: 2
Cost: $35.75
Code: ZF
John B Hetzel Tool Chest
26" x 10" x 14"
(W x D x H approx)
The original tool chest is over 100 years old and still in use. The drawers are staggered in size from top to bottom and the chest has a separate carry box (inc. in plans but not pictured).
Skill Level: 2
Cost: $35.75
Code: ZG
Andy Rae Linen Press
42" x 22" x 80"
(W x D x H approx)
A traditional linen press design with plenty of storage.
Skill Level: 4
Cost: $38.60
Code: ZH
Tudor Bench
62" x 20" x 36"
(W x D x H approx)
English Tudor style garden bench with canted back and curved armrests for comfortable seating.
Skill Level: 2
Cost: $33.00
Code: ZJ
Tudor Chair & Table
29" x 25" x 35" (chair)
20" x 19" x 16" (table)
(W x D x H approx)
This Tudor Chair and Table complement the Bench Seat to make a complete set.
Skill Level: 1
Cost: $33.00
Code: ZM
Andy Rae Tool Cabinet
36" x 16" x 80"
(W x D x H approx)
Now this is a tool cabinet! Besides being a unique storage area for your tools, this project will be a testimony of your craftsmanship for future generations.
Skill Level: 3
Cost: $38.60
Code: ZI
Country Rocker
24" x 21" x 41"
(W x D x H approx)
Also called a Boston rocker, this style of rocker is found on front porches and in living rooms across the US.
Skill Level: 2
Cost: $35.75
Code: ZK
Computer Centre
66" x 25" x 76"
(W x D x H approx)
Plenty of drawers and shelves to handle all your computer requirements. The shutter style doors hide all the clutter when not in use.
Skill Level: 5
Cost: $42.00
Code: ZL
Antique Hall Tree
36" x 15" x 80"
(W x D x H approx)
This is a modern rendition of a hall stand made in the early 1900s and similar to stands found in Australia around that time.
Skill Level: 1
Cost: $36.85
Code: ZN
Barrister's Bookcase
37" x 13" x 53"
(W x D x H approx)
The sliding glass doors of the barrister’s bookcase are ideal for keeping dust off books while still making them accessible. Perfect for the display of collectibles. The plan includes details of the traditional two pin sliding mechanism, rather than using modern hinges and slides.
Skill Level: 1
Cost: $33.00
Code: ZO
Pennsylvania Spice Box
18" x 13" x 23"
(W x D x H approx)
This design goes back several centuries. For a relatively small outlay in time and material, the spice box can be made into an heirloom piece. An ideal project for that special piece of timber.
Skill Level: 2
Cost: $31.00
Code: ZP
Adirondack Chair & Footstool
34" x 34" x 40"
(W x D x H approx)
This chair has a low seat, wide arms, curved back and a very comfortable footstool. The footstool as been included as an added bonus. The back has a three-position adjustment that makes the chair very comfortable for all sizes of sitters. It has been designed with a special method of installing the seat slats to eliminate the weathering that occurs with these chairs which causes loose screws and nails that tear clothes.
Skill Level: 1
Cost: $33.00
Code: ZQ
Adirondack Love Seat
51" x 34" x 40"
(W x D x H approx)
The seat complements the Chair and Footstool and makes a complete set, perfect for any patio. The love seat is ideal for reading, visiting with a friend or just idling away the hours.
Skill Level: 1
Cost: $33.00
Code: ZR
Mission Style Children's Bunk Beds
83" x 43" x 65"
(W x D x H approx)
These beds are very easy to build and fit a standard sized matress. They can be used individually or as traditional bunk beds. There are dual guards for the upper bed and a moveable ladder. The head and foot boards are constructed with mortise and tenon joinery for years of sturdy duty.
Skill Level: 1
Cost: $35.75
Code: ZS
Steeple Clock
11" x 5 1/2" x 19"
(W x D x H approx)
This beautiful four-pillar clock represents the best of American Steeple desgn. There are many movements that are available from German spring wound to today's Quartz battery movements.
Skill Level: 3
Cost: $31.00
Code: ZT
Traditional Wall Units
34" x 16" x 80"
(W x D x H approx)
This wall unit is a traditional design that fits well in most homes today. This is one of two units (other being ZW) that combined together will make a formal wall unit of three sections as shown below.
Skill Level: 3
Cost: $38.60
Code: ZV
Traditional Wall Units
34" x 16" x 80"
(W x D x H approx)
This wall unit is a traditional design that fits well in most homes today. This is one of two units (other being ZV) that combined together will make a formal wall unit of three sections. This is a very simple unit to make as the majority of the moldings are available at local suppliers. The upper unit has adjustable shelves and the bottom piece has three dovetailed drawers.
Skill Level: 3
Cost: $38.60
Code: ZW
Country Chest of Drawers
38" x 20" x 38"
(W x D x H approx)
This five drawer chest has a strong Federal influence. You can make modifications to the base and change the chest to many styles to meet today's changing decors. Each of the drawers has a cockbead and our plans detail the installation.
Skill Level: 2
Cost: $35.75
Code: ZU
Lutyen's bench
80 " x 22" x 42"
(W x D x H approx)
Designed over 100 years ago by Edwin Lutyens, a British architect and designer. This is a classic bench that has the crest rail shown full size. It is assembled with mortise and tenon joints and is a very comfortable 3 person bench.
Skill Level: 3
Cost: $33.00
Code: ZX