Don’t forget you have useable space on the sides of the cube units. You could add magnetic storage for dies,or add pegboards to hang smaller tools that are accessible, freeing up drawer and cubby space. Great job !
I've looked at many DIY craft table videos and yours is head and shoulders above the rest! You give SPECIFIC info and links that actually help a person make one without guesswork and mistakes. Thank you!
I bought 2 -8 cubes and a wood top for that reason, didn’t know they had legs and brackets. My other half said it would take up too much room in the center of my studio, it’s against the wall, I’m not happy. I have disabilities that would keep me from holding that sort of drill. I’m looking for a small light weight one that would do the job. You have been a great inspiration for me to finish mine. Tfs. Enjoy!
I was inspired watching your video and it suddenly occurred to me that I could the components of my entertainment center for the support of the tabletop instead of the cubbies. I now have a wonderful craft desk.I am thrilled. I was amazed how inexpensive the melamine countertop was and also so heavy!
I am definitely saving this video for later use. I need a large cutting table for quilting, and this would be perfect except I think I will add casters to the bottom instead of the legs. Your demonstration was perfect and makes me confident that I can do the same.
OMG!!! This is exactly what I need! Very affordable, but most importantly DOABLE!!! Honey, you did this!!!! 👊🏾 you are a genius! THANK for sharing this DIY as you can see from the hundreds of comments, this is a BLESSING!
great idea. My wife wanted one so I basically followed this. I have a couple changes. Mine was a little wobbly, so I nailed on the back of each cube (where they meet in the middle after put together) the board used for peg board as a backing and it 100% removed the wobble. Also, I created a plywood base for mine with wheels, so you don't have to use straight brackets to attach the cubes--they are attached to bottom plywood. Also, I have no permanent attachments anywhere so I can easily break down the island if I want to without risking damaging the particle board with screws. I even attached the plywood base to the cubes using decorative c clamps.
O. M. G. Girl!!!! I am so freaking impressed! Thank you so much for sharing ❤ I hv 2 3x6 cube organizers n I had planned to make a desk but this is even better! U made it look like I CAN do it. The top was holding me back, but u solved that for me too!!! I really can't thank you enough! I feel like u made this video just for me 🤣 cuz its so perfect! YOU ROCK!!
You did a really nice job see with this video. I found your channel and subscribed. I am looking to recreate my desk and and add storage to it. So this was a perfect video to watch. Thanks so much
This is by far THE BEST video I've watched on a DIY craft desk in about 10yrs!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I've been looking for a straight forward video and FINALLY found one!!! Happy crafting ❤
Same! and a slightly larger top, since I'll be using it as a cutting table for sewing. I'm going to have the top be removable, since it would not roll through the door at the dimension I've decided on. I've used two 1/2" ply sheets I had lying around (2' x 4'), and four inch polyurethane locking casters (don't really need this big, but want the height). Now I'm about to screw through the three furniture pieces into the ply. Just waiting on my neighbor to rip the laminate to size for me (since he has a table saw), and then I will attach l-brackets to the underside of the tabletop but NOT to the base pieces, so the top can be lifted and removed without having to unscrew anything. Eight l-brackets should be enough to keep it from moving at all.
What I love about this video is that I didn't see a man building it LOL #girlpower #womanwithadrill so excited for you! (PS I would have painted the legs, but that's it) I wish you would have told us what the total cost was - I've priced on at Ikea and it was too much for my budget. Adding yours together is $374.34 - if there is FREE shipping. That seems like a really great deal! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you!! I should have painted the legs as well, I was too impatient, lol. I bought my cubes on Sale from Target, plus got 5% off using my red card, so total cost for me was about $225 to build, all said and done. Sales are key!! Shipping from Target was free for me :)
Wish I could give it 5 likes! Forwarding this to my sister who is going to br SO excited to see this! I did a similar DIY desk but instead of using the cube unit are used Bbest cCraft oOrganizer drawer units which are much shallower drawers but also adjustable.. The drawers are 1 inch 2 inch or 3 inch in depth and are completely adjustable in terms of configuration. Was definitely more expensive on my end but the storage flexibility is beyond belief and as a crafter who does everything that flexibility serve me so well over the years! The units are on casters but the weight of the table top I have which is solid pine has made it for an extremely sturdy table.
Great design, love the size I am always running out of space. A thought is to add casters to the 4 cube cap unit so you can spin it around for easier access to the contents when scraping (of course this would involve trimming the legs)
Well done! I love the simplicity, the aesthetic, the practicality and how you created and tackled assembly on your own. Everyone looking for craft or painting space needs to see this!
If this doesn’t deserve ratings I don’t know what!!! I thank you for sharing this!!!!!!! What an excellent and very affordable idea!!!!!! First time watching and new subscriber ❤️
I would probably put on wheels I could lock down instead of having a standing desk, that way I could move or shift the desk around. It could save from having more issues on my back. I do like the idea of leaving space open in the middle for a chair. You did a great job though. It looks good.
This is a fabulous project! I am a tall lady with back issues and my craft requires standing - so I can do even TALLER legs and save my back. We are not "handy" but this looks very doable! I think I love you! ;) Thanks so much for sharing!!!!!!
That's a really neat and complete crafting table unit idea! I would have to have an automatic raise and lower for my sewing machine. For when I'm not using the top to cut fabrics designing projects. Great idea thank you!
Wonderful! Just what I was planning, but your video just gave me the last few details to help me know exactly what to do. I think I’m going to put casters on mine instead of legs, but other than that...perfect for me!
Oh my gosh, I can't believe I happened across this video. I literally just purchased tha last couple of parts for this EXACT set up in my crafting studio!!! Brilliant minds. I make wreaths and am getting my room set up for a beautiful floral wall on one side with have pegboard full wall on the other, easels in my photo area. It's going to be so so beautiful and now seeing your 'desk' I can't wait to jump right in this morning. Have a blessed day. Peace and love xo
Thank you thank you. I was looking at different types of islands and this is going to work so much better for my space. I cant wait to get all the materials together and build it.
This was such a cool video, you did a amazing job and now have a great workspace. Love that the room is so organized and white on white clean lines. I give this a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ star rating.
I love this so much. I asked my hubby if he would help me do a craft 😏 wish me luck lol moving soon so this would be amazing to make happen for my new space 😍
I love that you didn't put the back on the larger shelves. I'm already having ideas on how I can make this work for me in my teeny tiny office/craft room. This was a great video! Thank you!
I’m excited about this design. It’s just what I need in my space challenging quilt room. I’m not able to have an island style table due to lack of space but with the back on the cube shelving in the middle open this allows for less used items ti be pushed to the “back” cube space, but still be accessed from the front. If it were on lockable wheels it could be pulled out temporarily for those moments when i need the fabric hanging down the back side. I’m really excited about this, THANK You!!
Great video! I love your new craft table/storage! I have a bunch of the faux ikea units from Walmart! I actually made my desk area myself too! I used my old kitchen table top, then bought a white washed panel from Home Depot, I attached it to my table top, and added 4 of Michael’s 12x12 shelf units in each corner! I love my extra storage! It’s so awesome when you can use your craftiness to make a better functioning craft room! Thank you so much for sharing!!!😊❤️👍🏼
THANK YOU !!! I was making a DIY cutting table and could not find the perfect top. I had tried 1/4 " plywood and even bought batting to cover it with and then cover that with a sheet. Not a good look and not strong enough. I searched TH-cam and found you and your idea of a Melamie top. Perfect. I bought mine today, they cut it down to 36x60 and it is very pretty, all white and strong. Looks fabulous.
It was nice to see a non-ikea project for a change! Thanks!
Yeah, there is no IKEA where I live!
Whats its wrong with ikea
@eleni valentijn Nothing, but not everyone has one within driving distance.
@@FRAME5RS right! The nearest one to me is a three hour drive to NC!! This is Perfect for someone who is handy!
Exactly, nearest IKEA to me is 2,700 miles.
Don’t forget you have useable space on the sides of the cube units. You could add magnetic storage for dies,or add pegboards to hang smaller tools that are accessible, freeing up drawer and cubby space. Great job !
Yes, thank you 😊
Super inspiring!
That's a fabulous idea!!!
Came here to say the same, but I didn't think about magnetic.👍🏾
@@louisejohnson443di
I've looked at many DIY craft table videos and yours is head and shoulders above the rest! You give SPECIFIC info and links that actually help a person make one without guesswork and mistakes. Thank you!
Thank you so much for the feedback. I am glad it was helpful 😀
There is no love reply, but love the video and the idea. This is the best diy craft table I've seen so far!!!!
Wow, thank you so much!
kudos to you. very well thought out and executed. there's a lot of ideas presented here and exceeds the vast majority of cube storage videos on YT.
Best tutorial for easy inexpensive craft table. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thank you :)
I bought 2 -8 cubes and a wood top for that reason, didn’t know they had legs and brackets. My other half said it would take up too much room in the center of my studio, it’s against the wall, I’m not happy. I have disabilities that would keep me from holding that sort of drill. I’m looking for a small light weight one that would do the job. You have been a great inspiration for me to finish mine. Tfs. Enjoy!
L bracket to attach the base to the table how brilliant!
Thank you!
Great job! I'm so inspired and I don't even craft!
Wow, how fortunate that you have the amount of space to put this work station in your room. Wonderful job, well done!!
Thank you, I am very lucky! 😊
Such a GREAT idea. Best DIY work space ever. Thanks
Thank you 😊
I am impressed! Such a smart, affordable and practical concept. And easily accessible components. Thank you for sharing your design. Much appreciated.
I was inspired watching your video and it suddenly occurred to me that I could the components of my entertainment center for the support of the tabletop instead of the cubbies. I now have a wonderful craft desk.I am thrilled. I was amazed how inexpensive the melamine countertop was and also so heavy!
I love this! Thank you for sharing! Enjoy ❤️
You made this look easy, I am pumped!
I am definitely saving this video for later use. I need a large cutting table for quilting, and this would be perfect except I think I will add casters to the bottom instead of the legs. Your demonstration was perfect and makes me confident that I can do the same.
You can do it!!
Very inventive & building it yourself " BRAVO " !!!
Very nice good job Jessica🤗🤗👍
The best DIY craft island I have seen. Thank you!
Oh girl, I'm totally making this on wheels for my sewing studio!!!! Thanks for sharing. 😍
Wheels is a great idea!
My thoughts exactly! Locking wheels are best for me.
OMG!!! This is exactly what I need! Very affordable, but most importantly DOABLE!!! Honey, you did this!!!! 👊🏾 you are a genius! THANK for sharing this DIY as you can see from the hundreds of comments, this is a BLESSING!
I am so glad it was helpful ❤️
Great job on this. I could totally do this. I love the legs on the bottom. I want one now.
It's been a great table! No complaints :)
Awesome instructions and recording!
Thank you
I have been looking for a couple hours to find storage that didn’t cost a fortune and your video popped up! You are a genius. Thank you!
great idea. My wife wanted one so I basically followed this. I have a couple changes. Mine was a little wobbly, so I nailed on the back of each cube (where they meet in the middle after put together) the board used for peg board as a backing and it 100% removed the wobble. Also, I created a plywood base for mine with wheels, so you don't have to use straight brackets to attach the cubes--they are attached to bottom plywood. Also, I have no permanent attachments anywhere so I can easily break down the island if I want to without risking damaging the particle board with screws. I even attached the plywood base to the cubes using decorative c clamps.
What great adjustments! Thanks for sharing 😊
In love, oh yes I am!!! Go girl!!
Thank you 😊
Very good tutorial. I like seeing you attach the leg brackets,legs and top. The assembly of the kits makes me think I could do this.
You absolutely can do it! If I can so can you 😀
That is awesome!
O. M. G. Girl!!!! I am so freaking impressed! Thank you so much for sharing ❤ I hv 2 3x6 cube organizers n I had planned to make a desk but this is even better! U made it look like I CAN do it. The top was holding me back, but u solved that for me too!!! I really can't thank you enough! I feel like u made this video just for me 🤣 cuz its so perfect! YOU ROCK!!
Yay!! Yes you can do it!! Go get it done 😀
I made mine with two of the 3x3 from Lowe's and love it!!
You did a really nice job see with this video. I found your channel and subscribed. I am looking to recreate my desk and and add storage to it. So this was a perfect video to watch. Thanks so much
I am glad to hear this was helpful! Thank you so subscribing, I appreciate your support :)
Awesome!
This is by far THE BEST video I've watched on a DIY craft desk in about 10yrs!!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I've been looking for a straight forward video and FINALLY found one!!!
Happy crafting ❤
Thank you so much, I am glad it will be helpful 😊
I love it. You are my hero.
I’m doing this but with wheels so I can move it around!
Great idea to have a mobile craft station!
YES! I was thinking the samething!👍
Same! and a slightly larger top, since I'll be using it as a cutting table for sewing. I'm going to have the top be removable, since it would not roll through the door at the dimension I've decided on. I've used two 1/2" ply sheets I had lying around (2' x 4'), and four inch polyurethane locking casters (don't really need this big, but want the height). Now I'm about to screw through the three furniture pieces into the ply. Just waiting on my neighbor to rip the laminate to size for me (since he has a table saw), and then I will attach l-brackets to the underside of the tabletop but NOT to the base pieces, so the top can be lifted and removed without having to unscrew anything. Eight l-brackets should be enough to keep it from moving at all.
@@HollyLagasse you can try the non- slip/ grip material (used under rugs) between the plywood and cubes to keep it from moving
The only thing if you use wheels it’s not gonna be as tall. What is your suggestions?
What I love about this video is that I didn't see a man building it LOL #girlpower #womanwithadrill so excited for you! (PS I would have painted the legs, but that's it) I wish you would have told us what the total cost was - I've priced on at Ikea and it was too much for my budget. Adding yours together is $374.34 - if there is FREE shipping. That seems like a really great deal! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you!! I should have painted the legs as well, I was too impatient, lol. I bought my cubes on Sale from Target, plus got 5% off using my red card, so total cost for me was about $225 to build, all said and done. Sales are key!! Shipping from Target was free for me :)
Wish I could give it 5 likes! Forwarding this to my sister who is going to br SO excited to see this! I did a similar DIY desk but instead of using the cube unit are used Bbest cCraft oOrganizer drawer units which are much shallower drawers but also adjustable.. The drawers are 1 inch 2 inch or 3 inch in depth and are completely adjustable in terms of configuration. Was definitely more expensive on my end but the storage flexibility is beyond belief and as a crafter who does everything that flexibility serve me so well over the years! The units are on casters but the weight of the table top I have which is solid pine has made it for an extremely sturdy table.
Great design, love the size I am always running out of space. A thought is to add casters to the 4 cube cap unit so you can spin it around for easier access to the contents when scraping (of course this would involve trimming the legs)
I will be anxiously waiting for it. WOW To go from a desk to a work station / island BIG CHANGE
Well done...I’m going to make one but put wheels on it so I can roll it. I love it!
Very nice job!! I think I will take the suggestion and make one THANK YOU!!!
Thank you. I built it with some adjustments. You design help. I have it configured a little different but I love it
That’s great! I’m glad it worked out 😊
Thanks for the video story of your build and excitement.
You're welcome :)
Great idea for my girls art room. Thank you
Good for you, a great work surface and storage unit AND you did it yourself,, great job!
Thank you 😊
Very impressive! Congratulations!
Awesome job Jessica. You have a great craft area. That table would make a great kitchen island too. Thankyou for sharing.
Thank you 😊 it would make a great kitchen island!
I m inpressed ! Great work space
Just one word - WOW! I'm doing this!
Guess what is in my future??? LOVE this so much!
Well done! I love the simplicity, the aesthetic, the practicality and how you created and tackled assembly on your own. Everyone looking for craft or painting space needs to see this!
I want to build this. Thanks for sharing!!!!
If this doesn’t deserve ratings I don’t know what!!! I thank you for sharing this!!!!!!! What an excellent and very affordable idea!!!!!! First time watching and new subscriber ❤️
Your island looks great! Thanks for sharing. ENJOY IT!!!
I would probably put on wheels I could lock down instead of having a standing desk, that way I could move or shift the desk around. It could save from having more issues on my back. I do like the idea of leaving space open in the middle for a chair. You did a great job though. It looks good.
wow, so simple that a complete klutz like me could probably make it! thanks so much for this video!
You're so welcome!
This is a fabulous project! I am a tall lady with back issues and my craft requires standing - so I can do even TALLER legs and save my back. We are not "handy" but this looks very doable! I think I love you! ;) Thanks so much for sharing!!!!!!
You can absolutely do this!! You’re welcome 😊
LOVE it!!! Love the pegs to assemble it.
Thank you :)
Wow! It came out Fantastic! Great job! New subscriber !
Thank you for your support! Welcome :)
Great job Jessica!! I would've been lost and confused from the beginning. But you made it look so simple. Tfs!!
That's a really neat and complete crafting table unit idea!
I would have to have an automatic raise and lower for my sewing machine. For when I'm not using the top to cut fabrics designing projects. Great idea thank you!
You're welcome :)
I LOVE THIS!! I don't have a craft room YET but when I do I am doing this :)
Wonderful! Just what I was planning, but your video just gave me the last few details to help me know exactly what to do. I think I’m going to put casters on mine instead of legs, but other than that...perfect for me!
Well done. Thank you very much for sharing🙏😊
this is just genius! Lots of possibilities for custom fitting.
I love your craft island! What a great idea!! I love your craft space with all the storage around the outside walls.
Thank you so much :)
Fabulous
Thank you 😊
Oh my gosh, I can't believe I happened across this video. I literally just purchased tha last couple of parts for this EXACT set up in my crafting studio!!! Brilliant minds. I make wreaths and am getting my room set up for a beautiful floral wall on one side with have pegboard full wall on the other, easels in my photo area. It's going to be so so beautiful and now seeing your 'desk' I can't wait to jump right in this morning. Have a blessed day. Peace and love xo
It sounds like it’s going to be a beautiful space when all done. Have fun creating it!!
Sooooooooooo glad that I found this video!!! I have placed an order at target for the shelves and will be picking them up soon!
Yay!! I hope you enjoy!!
Very well done! You should be proud!
This would be great for a cutting table in a sewing room, too!
It absolutely would!
Thank you thank you. I was looking at different types of islands and this is going to work so much better for my space. I cant wait to get all the materials together and build it.
This was such a cool video, you did a amazing job and now have a great workspace. Love that the room is so organized and white on white clean lines. I give this a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ star rating.
Thank you so much 😊
Awesome! Makes me want to run out and buy the materials to get started! Thanks for sharing.
Best one I’ve seen so far! You did a great job!
Thank you 😊
Great job👍
What a brilliant storage island you constructed here. Well done. I'm inspired and have ordered two cube units and a drawer unit myself.☺️ Iris
This is very cool and economical. Thanks for sharing.❤
First time watching and you did a great Job.
I love this so much. I asked my hubby if he would help me do a craft 😏 wish me luck lol moving soon so this would be amazing to make happen for my new space 😍
Good luck!!
Love it!! . Now I know what I'm going to do when I'm able to add a craft island. Thank you for sharing!!
I love that you didn't put the back on the larger shelves. I'm already having ideas on how I can make this work for me in my teeny tiny office/craft room. This was a great video! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful. You are welcome
I’m excited about this design. It’s just what I need in my space challenging quilt room. I’m not able to have an island style table due to lack of space but with the back on the cube shelving in the middle open this allows for less used items ti be pushed to the “back” cube space, but still be accessed from the front. If it were on lockable wheels it could be pulled out temporarily for those moments when i need the fabric hanging down the back side. I’m really excited about this, THANK You!!
I love this idea!!!
Great job! Thanks for sharing!!
Very nice ! Great job! Saving this video, love how you shared your build 👍🏻😁
Thank you for sharing this assembling of you cubed units. They make a great crafting and storage space.
Wow... just discovered you... you are my kind of do-it-yourself gal... I need this island I my life !!! Or maybe 2... lol... thank you... blessings
Well Done! It is exciting when your dream comes to Fruition!
Thanks for your helpful video, very nice work! I love your craft room, it's so cool.
I would need wheels for mobility. You have a great idea! I'm looking for a storage tower that is 1 cube by 5 cubes high...haven't had any luck so far!
Great video! I love your new craft table/storage! I have a bunch of the faux ikea units from Walmart! I actually made my desk area myself too! I used my old kitchen table top, then bought a white washed panel from Home Depot, I attached it to my table top, and added 4 of Michael’s 12x12 shelf units in each corner! I love my extra storage! It’s so awesome when you can use your craftiness to make a better functioning craft room! Thank you so much for sharing!!!😊❤️👍🏼
Thank you :) You desk sounds amazing!
Yes, it Does sound amazing! Great job!
Just awesome. I think I would be able to do this also for my kitchen. As many have said Thank you.
Yes! It would work great in a kitchen! 😁
Thanks so much for posting this, it gives me confidence...LOL
You can totally do this!!
Wow. Thank you for the great idea!
OMGoodness! You did an amazing job! I love your desk! I created mine almost the same but only shelves on the ends and open underneath! Tfs
great video! How did you get the legs to stick into the center of the triangle hardware. Did I miss that?
There is a screw in the leg and it screws in to the bracket :)
Thank you for the wonderful tutorial, I did it exactly. Is a super project.
Awesome! Thanks for sharing, I am glad it was helpful 😀
This is a really close build to the paper island my husband made me. Nice Build!!!!
Love your Craft room turned out so nice alot of storage place and so organize I hope one day I have a Craft room of my own ❤️
THANK YOU !!! I was making a DIY cutting table and could not find the perfect top. I had tried 1/4 " plywood and even bought batting to cover it with and then cover that with a sheet. Not a good look and not strong enough. I searched TH-cam and found you and your idea of a Melamie top. Perfect. I bought mine today, they cut it down to 36x60 and it is very pretty, all white and strong. Looks fabulous.
Best of all. You create a wonderful working table. Thanks for sharing
Thank you very much!