The Making of a Granddaughters Bed

Start with an interesting post design

Add a footboard that ties them well together

A decorative onlay goes a long way to looking professional

The strength is in the dowels and the glue

Wala, The bed function comes together

Adding drawers in the pedestal makes for efficient use of space

It all comes together

After first coat of paint dries, the ugly job of sanding

Footboard after the finish coat..

Finishing touches

Step 1. Ask the Mom what design she would like. Show pictures of exotic to simple beds

Step 2. Agree on the type of wood and color. Will it be painted, stained or ??

Step 3. . Rough out a design, plan material build kit

Step 4. Buy Wood, paint, NEW TOOLS :)

Step 5. Measure twice Cut once.

Step 6. Assemble

Step 7. Paint. Yuk, the worst part.. Where is Ammon when I need him?

Step 8. Deliver