Hello! I've been getting consistent emails and comments on older posts about my DIY craft desk. I thought it would be helpful to put together one complete post with all the details, to help those who'd like to consider this project.
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BEFORE- $35 desk from Craigslist, sheet covered table.
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Idea sketch of new desk design.
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During assembly - I first put together the cube shelves and then attached them with 2 1x4" boards. This was to make it stable and not let the MDF top sag in the middle.
On the L side, I attached the legs and more 1x4s around the edges. -
Painted and sealed - I attached the tops and then painted it and sealed with varnish.
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It really didn't take much time at all, once I had it planned out and the parts purchased. Buying two $50 shelves from Target makes it about $150 total in price, so you can definitely find pre-made desks for that amount. However, they will not be nearly as large or with as much storage or as well-built (mostly will be the cheap laminate wood). Also, I absolutely loved the challenge of designing and building something this large all by myself, no help from my husband or anyone. It was completely worth the cost for that feeling of accomplishment!
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Shasta
14 Apr 13:57
very nicely done!!
glitterysah
14 Apr 22:59
seriously, this is fantastic!! well done, it looks so gorgeous and practical xx
Namsab
15 Apr 11:50
Amazing.
I had planned something quite similar, but nobody believed I would be able to make it work and not crash after one paper falling on it or something... so I just fixed up an old desk. :/
jannypie
15 Apr 16:28
Namsab- I was told the same thing, that I couldn't do it. I was also using an old desk. And one day I just up and decided to do it just to prove I could! And you know what, it IS sturdy, and it IS do-able! I encourage you to try one too!
M.a.r.i.s.o.l.
15 Apr 19:10
i love these kinds of post (building stuff) great job hon.
sparrow is fancy
22 Apr 01:12
totally awesome wicked!! :)
molly g
26 Apr 19:17
wow...amazing. great job!!
Michelle W.
21 Jul 18:41
awesome!
Lindsey Lockdown
22 Jul 17:20
This desk is AMAZING! my boyfriend is a carpenter and we're going to build me a new desk and I'm pretty sure Im going to use part of the design of this one! :D
georgia S.
20 Aug 12:09
awesome ..its gorgeous you have talent
Sheila H.
22 Aug 15:57
Love it - great job!