How to Build a Mid-Century Modern Dresser--FROM 2x4s and PLYWOOD!
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- Опубликовано: 8 апр 2021
- In this video, I'll show you how to build a mid-century modern 6 drawer dresser from 2x4s and plywood!
Dressers are literally my favorite thing to build. There are so many ways to build a box and add drawers and so many styles you can go with for it.
So, I hope you enjoy the video as much as I enjoyed building it and if you want to build one for yourself, grab the step by step tutorial here:
www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
And grab the printable plans here:
woodshop-diaries.myshopify.co...
In this video, I'll also share how to cut dadoes without a dado blade on the table saw at 6:00.
Additional info you may find helpful for this project:
How to Cut Plywood Sheets: www.woodshopdiaries.com/cut-d...
How to Edge Band Plywood: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
How to Use a Pocket Hole Jig: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
How to Build and Install Drawers: www.woodshopdiaries.com/there...
Other projects using these modern style legs:
DIY Modern Dog Bed: www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-m...
DIY Dog Bowl Stand: www.woodshopdiaries.com/diy-d...
DIY Upholstered Storage Bench: www.woodshopdiaries.com/how-t...
Tools & Materials
The following contains affiliate links:
Tools Used In the Video:
Circular Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/AooaYx
Kreg AccuCut Cutting Guide: amzn.to/3uGzgYf
Kreg Rip Cut Cutting Guide: amzn.to/3dS9Q2Q
Miter Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/yd96v
Drill/Driver: homedepot.sjv.io/9Wg2r0
Kreg 720 Pocket Hole Jig: amzn.to/2Q7LU3l
Jig Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/Gjj912
Nail Gun: homedepot.sjv.io/a9ygQ
Table Saw: homedepot.sjv.io/3vkav
Materials Used:
3 sheets 3/4" plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/9rR95
1 1/4 sheets 1/4" plywood: homedepot.sjv.io/3vVYr
(2) 2x4x8 boards: homedepot.sjv.io/kr42M
Scrap 1x or 3/4" plywood to cut the legs from
1 1/4" pocket hole screws: amzn.to/3fXNO1d
2 1/2" pocket hole screws: amzn.to/39TxT03
2" wood screws
2 1/2" wood screws
(6) pair 16" ball bearing drawer slides (I buy bulk packs of ten here: amzn.to/3d3FNGs)
Wood Glue
Edge banding (optional): amzn.to/3uIhbsR 
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From a retired carpenter to another, you are one hell of a carpenter young lady.
Now you know you're supposed to charge friends triple.
Hey I really appreciate that. Thank you! Also, I know I should, but I never do 😂😂🙈 I’m cheap labor
Beautiful work!
Shes retired?
Your ability to drive pocket hole screws without clamps is a skill I seek to obtain.
You’ve inspired me to start up my small woodworking business again. I miss it. Gonna steal this build for sure.
Thankyouuuu! 😊
A dresser you built about a year ago inspired me to build my own when I couldn't find what I wanted in a store. I live in an apartment so I don't have a workshop and most of the drawers aren't even close to square but it functions.
That’s amazing...I’m so glad to hear this! And also, function over perfection. I’m sure you learned a few things you can apply on the next build to make it even better and seriously the fact you built something awesome without a workshop is amazing! I think so many people don’t ever start because they don’t have this tool or a full blown shop. But hearing this makes me so proud you didn’t let that stop you!
How’s you build in an apartment?
@@jewelery12 I guess it depends on the complex but mine came with a garage so when I built my desk and some planters, I just used the garage as my workshop and would do the work right when I got home and then stopped around 8-9pm to not bother my neighbors.
I absolutely love the unfinished look of this dresser. It's gorgeous 😍
I agree. Looks super clean.
i love the unfinished look
Thanks so much!! 😍
I actually really really love how gorgeous and natural the wood looks unfinished on this one!
me too
I never realized how easy it could be to build a dresser. Thank you for your hard work!
Really great job! Simple and amazing at the same time
So simple + so timeless = perfect! Thanks for sharing
Wow! This is incredible!
I just discovered your channel while looking for a mid century dresser to build… wow! Thank you so much for all your work. I subscribed and cannot wait to see your other projects :)
You make this look easy. I love your work!!! 🙏
I love the unfinished look, It looks amazing!
Awesome! I like the unfinished look too! I love the fact that you rob other projects to finish! Keep up the good work!
It takes a lot to inspire me and I’m currently building this now. Beautiful piece you made and thanks a lot for sharing the plans and knowledge
Very well done. I'm going to give it a shot. Love your content!
Amazing work, natural look & style... really beautiful. Great work with the tutorial too. Congrats!
This was so useful for me, Thank you. 👍🏼
Nice work! great editing too.
Love the look of this dresser! Got skills there gal wow!
this is great, thank! I also love the unfinished look. subbed!
Wow, great job!
Job well done, I love the unfinished look.
Absolutely love your work. You make it look so easy!! Great job, can’t wait to see your next project.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that!
Very beautiful sara ,thank you
Awesome build. Respect from South Africa
Beautiful! LOVE it!
Thanks so much!
Just bought the plans, thanks so much!
Love it pure natural look
nice work, love watching
Great video as always! Will be building this one as my first project of 2022 :)
Gorgeous!
Super simple, sharp dresser.
Clear and easy to watch video!
Thx
Very nice! I love the modern look.
I appreciate you being candid about the mistakes made. I'm constantly robbing wood from other projects or scraps because of an oversight in my calculations or cutting errors. Keep up the good work
Well done video! Excellent image capture, narration and explanation! Strong work!
That was amazing 🥲 I have been searching for a bedroom set to replace mine but haven’t found it & I don’t have the tools or the time to make it. You are so blessed to have this gift of creating such beautiful furniture. I wish I could have you make it for me. You got talent girl. 💯❤️
awesome job
awesome build!
I took your plans and inspiration for this modern dresser and built it with cherry and red oak feet/ drawer pulls. Thanks Shara!!
This is awesome! Love the unfinished look as well
Thank you so much!! Personally I love the unfinished look as well 😍 but my friend stained it dark walnut and I have to admit, it looks great that color too!
Absolutely beautiful!!!
Thank you 👍 💕
Very nice your projects ! I love it ! nice and clear explanations ! GOD bless you !
What a fun project!
Great Job
Thanks for sharing 😊
You are inspiring! Awesome build. Loved the other projects too. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much for watching! Glad you enjoyed!
Thank you for the downloads!
Looks beautiful!
Thank you 👍
That free hand rip cut though 👌🏿👌🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
Had a little help from the rip cut cutting guide for that 👍😎
Phenomenal build as always girl! I'm digging the natural look and the "oddball" drawer front adds character in my opinion. I always feel so guilty robbing from one of my "might finish later " projects lol
Thanks so much! Most of the robbing happened on old projects already finished, I just didn’t have space for 🙈😂 our tiny house just can’t house all the stuff I make 😅😅
Thank so much! I've been dresser shopping for some time now, and you've given me the inspiration I need to build my own. I love deep drawers and will definitely purchase the plan to reference. It's time to get tools and materials now; I'm excited!
Did you end up making a dresser? That’s how I got to this video too but idk if I’m up for the challenge. 😓
Go Red Cross! Nice work, great video!
This is amazing work..
Very nice! I love your workshop! I’m in the process of setting up my workshop. 👍great video!
Absolutely amazing.
Thank you 👍
Great design. I was looking for inspiration for my kids nursery and this did it.
Wow that came up amazing. I agree with you, this is up there as one of your bests. Well done Shara!! Keep up the great work.
Hey I really appreciate that! Thanks so much!
Very cool, Shara. Turned out great!
Thanks so much!! I appreciate it!
Wow! Love the minimalist unfinished look!
Thanks so much! 😄😄
Wow. Impressive. Great video that actually makes me think I can build something like this. 😳
Love the minimalist design. Looks well done.
Thanks so much!
This project is another one of your home runs! Looks great and you make it look easy. I’ve never tried edge banding, but after seeing you do it, I have to at least give it a shot! Great job and thanks. Have a great weekend!
Iron on Edge banding is a pain sometimes but it’s much faster than making your own and gluing it yourself. I’ve grown to appreciate the results even if I hate the process 😂 I really appreciate you watching and thank you so much for the kind words! Have a great weekend as well! 😄😎
Lindo trabalho.
Another fine project! You did a very nice job on the dresser. Keep it up!
Thanks so much! Really appreciate you following along!
Thanks for sharing your work!
Thanks so much for watching!
Honestly? I LOVED the different color on the drawer front!
Awesome job and you make it look so easy but who am I kidding, your talented!
First, thank you for a great video. Second, thank you for validating my own eye for furniture! I built a mid-century credenza for someone last year with a very similar design. I love the "boomerang leg" MCM look, so my drafted plan included nice, streamlined legs and double tapered apron. I had gotten the entire thing together and the "client" says mid-century furniture should have spindle legs! I was able to make a new lower end, but I had to trash the old one entirely.
Long story short: if you make something for your mother-in-law, get her to literally sign the blueprint!
Thanks, I enjoyed watching that. Nice work…looks fantastic.
Thank you so much!
You are beyond talented!💕👍👍 I love the unfinished look.
I really appreciate your kind words!
That was a superb work with the plywood only. God bless. Gonna make one using your tutorial. Thanks
I love it, love plywood. Nice job. 😃
Me too! Plywood is so fun to work with. Thank you!
Hermosos trabajos!!
Another awesome build Shara! 👏👏 Im kinda with you when it comes to charging friends! 😁 Thank you for sharing!
Thank you! Haha it’s so hard to price things for friends and family 🙈🙈
Beautiful work. I think I might try and tackle this project after I have a couple more of Steve’s projects done and have learned a little more. Thanks!
Thank you! Happy building!
Absolutely love this. Would LOVE to build that.
You definitely can!!
Hi Shara you do sone very nice work. And don’t worry about the mistakes we all make them💪
I like the different colored drawer.
Thank you!!
Great looking chest of draws. thanks for the video
Awesome thanks for the video 👍🏻 nice boots
Another excellent build. I think I would go crazy applying all that edge banding 😄
Haha it’s one of those things where you just turn on the tunes and zone out 😂😂
I am so in love with this! Please keep building. Your talent inspires me to keep going!
Thank you so much!
Esta hermoso
Thank you so much! I just bought your printable plans
Thank you so much! Hope you find them helpful!
You make it look so easy! Brava on a great looking dresser!
Thanks so much!
Certainly, you do beautiful work. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much for watching!
Great dresser build. I’m going to need to get the plans.
Glad you enjoyed it!!
Great build!
Thank you so much!
Nice video Shara, I always like your dresser builds, looking for more exciting projects from you. Stay safe out there.
Thanks so much! Really appreciate it!
Just got finished making this chest of drawers- so happy with the result- thank you Shara!!
Yes! So glad to hear this! Way to go!! 💪👍
Awesome work Shara! 😃👍🏻👊🏻
Thank you so much!
Now I just need to figure out how to build the tall version of this pattern (5 drawers that are a bit wider) with the floating top you used on the smaller dresser in your bedroom. I really like the 5 drawer parker dresser from West Elm, but I could buy a router and wood for cheaper. I shall add this to the to do list. Awesome build!
What a beautiful dresser! I like the design and all of the furniture you have made is really nice. Thanks for sharing this, it was great to watch.
I really appreciate that! Thank you so much!
Good work
Brilliant Cher.
Thanks so much!
Wow!!! Incredible
Thank you 👍
And another great job you are very talented
I really appreciate that! Thank you!
Double sided tape helps a lot for installing drawer fronts. Sometimes it's hard to clamp them without changing the verticle plane. Awesome job, you're nuts!
Just found you and subscribed! Love the simple, practical, and beautiful builds you do! Totally my kind of woodworking..:)
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoy the videos!