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Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine

Free project plans to build a pretend play Coffee stand with wood espresso machine toy. Built by Jaime Costiglio for Handbuilt Holiday 2021.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine

Specifications

Project typeToys
RoomKids and Toys
DifficultyIntermediate

Dimensions

Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine dimension diagram 1

Shopping List

  • 1 - 1x12 @ 10 feet long
  • 1 - 1x10 @ 2 feet long
  • 1 - 1x2 @ 4 feet long
  • 1 - 1x8 @ 4 feet long
  • 1 - 1x3 @ 2 feet long
  • 1 - 1x4 @ 1 foot long
  • 1 - 2" diameter dowel, 2 feet long
  • 1 - 3/4" diameter dowel, 12" long
  • 8 - 2" self tapping wood screws
  • 1-1/4" and 5/8" brad nails
  • wood glue

Cut List

Cart Cut List

  • 1 - 1x12 @ 25-1/2" - bottom
  • 2 - 1x12 @ 17-1/2" - sides
  • 1 - 1x10 @ 24"
  • 1 - 1x12 @ 24"
  • 1 - 1x2 @ 26-1/2"
  • 1 - 1x12 @ 32-1/2"
  • 4 - 2" dowels @ 3"

Espresso Machine Cut List

  • 2 - 1x8 @ 9-1/2"
  • 2 - 1x8 @ 12"
  • 1 - 1x2 @ 13-1/2"
  • 1 - 1x3 @ 12"
  • 1 - 1x4 @ 12"
  • 2 - 1x3 @ 3-1/2"
  • 2 - 1x2 @ 2"
  • 1 - 2" dowel @ 1-1/2" - espresso holder
  • 1 - 3/4" dowel @ 5" - handle
  • 2 - 2" dowels @ 1/2" - knobs on machine
  • 1 - 3/4" dowel @ 6" long - steam wand

Tools

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

Step-by-step Instructions

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Step 1

Attach legs to bottom shelf with screws. Use screws about 2" long, two screws per leg.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 1
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Attach sides to the bottom.

You can use nails and glue here as everything will be reinforced by the center panel.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 2
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Step 3

Attach center panel with nails and glue.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 3
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Step 4

Place shelf on top and attach with nails and glue.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 4
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Step 5

Attach top support piece with nails and glue.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 5
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Step 6

Attach top with nails and glue.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 6
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Step 7

Cut out the sides of the espresso machine with jigsaw. Cut two identical. Sand smooth.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 7
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Step 8

Attach bottom with 1-1/4" brad nails and glue.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 8
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Step 9

Attach front with 1-1/4" brad nails and glue.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 9
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Step 10

1-1/4" brad nails and glue.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 10
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Step 11

1-1/4" brad nails and glue.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 11
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Step 12

1-1/4" brad nails and glue from all sides.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 12
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Step 13

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 13
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Step 14

Dimensions for the toy espresso machine.

Pretend Play Coffee Station with Espresso Machine — step 14
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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/pretend-play-coffee-station-espresso-machine