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1x12 Pine Board Dress Up Wardrobe

to build your own dress up wardrobe from pine 1x12 boards! This beautiful piece can be painted or stained any color. You'll love all the detail and the size. Step by step plans with detailed diagrams, shopping and cut list - everything you need to build this dress up tower.

1x12 Pine Board Dress Up Wardrobe

Specifications

Project typeToys
RoomKids and Toys
StyleChildren's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans
DifficultyBeginner Projects
Estimated cost$50 - $100

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

1x12 Pine Board Dress Up Wardrobe dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

  • 4 - 1x12 @ 4 feet long
  • 1 - 1x3 @ 6 feet long
  • 1 - closet rod @ 2 feet long
  • Hooks and mirror

Cut List

  • 2 - 1x12 @ 47" long - sides
  • 2 - 1x12 @ 23-3/4" - shelves
  • 3 - 1x3 @ 23-3/4" - trim

Tools

  • measuring tape
  • square
  • pencil
  • safety glasses
  • hearing protection
  • drill
  • jigsaw
  • compound miter saw
  • nailer
  • sander

Step-by-step Instructions

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Step 1

From two of the 1x12s @ 48" long, mark out cuts and cut with a jigsaw. Sand cut edges until smooth and the two sides match each other.

1x12 Pine Board Dress Up Wardrobe — step 1
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Step 2

Cut the shelves from the remaining 1x12 so they are exactly the same length. Drill pocket holes (3/4" setting) on each end (three per end). Attach upper shelf first with a space of 8-3/4" under the upper shelf, pocket holes facing downward. Then attach the bottom shelf. Uses 1-1/4" pocket hole screws.

1x12 Pine Board Dress Up Wardrobe — step 2
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Step 3

Cut the 1x3s as desired with a jigsaw. Attach on ends with pocket holes. Attach to shelves with 1-1/4" brad nails and wood glue. NOTE: To avoid pocket holes showing at the top, you can use screws or nails to attach the top 1x3.

1x12 Pine Board Dress Up Wardrobe — step 3
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Step 4

Acessories with hooks, mirror, closet rod and bins. The bins shown here are sized to match the Target striped closet bins.

1x12 Pine Board Dress Up Wardrobe — step 4
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Finishing

Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.

Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/1x12-pine-board-dress-wardrobe