DIY: IKEA INTO FOLDABLE WORKSPACE

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  • čas přidán 13. 11. 2018
  • I really wanted to buy this for a long time, but they don't sell these where I live, so I decided to make one. It turned out great and I really really love it. Plus it was super easy, so you can do it too! I am sorry the tutorial is not very good, it was my first one.
    Total cost was aprox 380-400 US dollars
    IKEA items I used:
    2 x GERSBY, 702.611.31
    2 x PLATSA, 503.309.51
    2 x FONNES, 403.310.55
    plywood for the fold out table, two 2m pine wood for the legs, acrylic white paint, door hinges for the fold out table and a deadbolt to secure it in the closed position.
    I know some items are not available in some countries, but you can basically try it even with 4 BILLY bookcases.
    Update: Guys, on 24.02.2022 I had to leave my house, because it is located in Kharkiv, Ukraine just 30 km from russian border. My neighborhood is destroyed at this time, so I have no idea if I even have a home now, and I am not able to measure anything. Hopefully, I'll make a new one and with a better tutorial.
    Music by / ikson
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Komentáře • 204

  • @ToccaraThomasMusic
    @ToccaraThomasMusic Před 2 lety +69

    This is a perfect example that you don't always need a "HANDYMAN" to get the job done. Girl you rock and I am absolutely AMAZED by what you've created here! LOVE...LOVE...LOVE This!!! 👏🏽❤

    • @HelenKukovski
      @HelenKukovski  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you so much for the kind words ❤️

    • @adrianac9676
      @adrianac9676 Před rokem +1

      @@HelenKukovski Nothing to thank about! It's reality! God gifted you with that and you are my kind of person...you don't throw your money on the window. I wish to do something like that but I can't...not alone...everybody who's crafting will wish you to do that for them and not to spend so much money on dream box. I'm not saying people should not buy that, too. Good for those who can afford...not me! I have a very small craft corner and I don't know how to arrange it to meet my needs.

    • @dreamkiss4u
      @dreamkiss4u Před 5 měsíci

      You don't need a handy man, but you wouldn't have any of that if the man dint build or manufacturer the parts to begin with to have us buy it pre made already to just be assembled lol

  • @kristinabacon467
    @kristinabacon467 Před rokem +37

    This is one of the best videos I have seen for this! I hope you are safe and that you have a home to go back to. God bless you and all of the Ukraine 🇺🇦 🙏

  • @zaraclara08
    @zaraclara08 Před 5 měsíci +5

    First let me say that you're very talented. I'm just running across this video 5 years later. I began to pray for you and your family. I hope that everything got better for you and your family after the ordeal you've encountered. God bless you and your family.

  • @mistyhefner3790
    @mistyhefner3790 Před rokem +52

    Excellent! I wanted to purchase the dream box, but at 3,000 dollars it's still a dream. I am going to plan this as my winter project. Thank you soooo much for this!

  • @amandakuykendall2911
    @amandakuykendall2911 Před rokem +4

    What a wonderful mind you have to construct this. I am so sorry about your country's struggle. Praying for peace, safety and restoration of Ukraine.

  • @joandabon7230
    @joandabon7230 Před 2 lety +23

    I am obsessed this is my favorite build of a DIY craft cabinet out of all the ones I saw on CZcams, Thank You for the inspiration.

  • @andrewwilliams2193
    @andrewwilliams2193 Před měsícem

    Great idea. I didn't have the space so I turned what I already had into storage for my Cricut machines and materials. I used the Billy bookcase with the half glass doors. I put the machines on the top and all the vinyl below. I want to turn one or two of the middle shelves into pullout shelves, so I can leave the machines in there and just slide them out when I need to do projects. I can also install a power bar inside, so that all the devices are plugged in and ready to go.

  • @therealdeal3672
    @therealdeal3672 Před 2 lety +65

    Inspiring! I've been coveting a DreamBox but can't rationalize the cost. Figured there has to be a good alternative. Thank you so much for sharing your process in making yours! Happy making stuff!

    • @motayunbroken6201
      @motayunbroken6201 Před 2 lety +4

      I was also looking for another option than the $2,000+ Dreambox. Here it is!

    • @TheMonkiekitty
      @TheMonkiekitty Před 2 lety +1

      It's so expensive the dream box and I have so much stuff I wanted to put in a bus so I can be mobile and the dream box will just roll an make a disaster

    • @thepkeezy
      @thepkeezy Před rokem +4

      Agree, kept seeing Dreambox adds on my social media and once I saw the price tag I thought-but this looks like cheap ikea furniture, no way in hell am I spending almost 3 grand! I could build it out of real wood for that price!

  • @embo2916
    @embo2916 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Best diy box video I have seen. Not too complex in comparison but complete!

  • @mamatharajanna2397
    @mamatharajanna2397 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Thank u doooomuch

  • @judyfalcone2832
    @judyfalcone2832 Před rokem +1

    I'm so sorry you lost your belongings and what you, your friends their families and your family is going through. Keeping you and your country in my prayers. Please stay as safe as you can!

  • @LL-yy6mn
    @LL-yy6mn Před rokem +5

    I can't believe this doesn't have more views and likes. This is fantastic! I can't wait to build one. Thank you so much!

    • @tinaboyles9118
      @tinaboyles9118 Před rokem

      What other materials do you need besides the three she listed from IKEA? Please help

  • @jesusloveseveryone888
    @jesusloveseveryone888 Před 11 měsíci

    Hands down - this is by far a more beautiful creation by you instead of that overpriced dreambox. Thank you for sharing this method. You’re very talented and charitable. God bless.

  • @catbare
    @catbare Před rokem +1

    Sorry for the loss of your home. I hope you remain safe and peace comes soon to your country.

  • @sharonalicea7998
    @sharonalicea7998 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Ikea is too far from me and they wont ship to my region as it’s too far (for the heavier stuff). But the concept is the same, so I can fabricate my own “dream box” with what I can find locally. Awesome job! Its beautiful!

  • @debbiewehl2838
    @debbiewehl2838 Před 2 lety +8

    Thanks for sharing...this is priceless when you have a small budget but also if you want to save money 💖💖💖💖💖👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

  • @fairedodo
    @fairedodo Před 2 lety +5

    Amazing idea, love it!!!!

  • @VacAddict
    @VacAddict Před 2 lety +8

    I just bought a bunch of cabinets for my she-shed and countertops. No more space. 😭I wish I found this video beforehand. This was amazing and you did an excellent job. A future project indeed. 😊

  • @mollybarber4164
    @mollybarber4164 Před rokem

    Thanks for showing us this!

  • @msjewellsjade
    @msjewellsjade Před rokem +4

    Hope you are safe and doing well. Awesome job. Gives me hope in more ways than one❤

  • @heidisilinsky1821
    @heidisilinsky1821 Před rokem +1

    Very impressive! I love it! Great job!

  • @soniad7008
    @soniad7008 Před 5 měsíci +1

    💪👍🏼👏👏👏Genial, merci pour votre super Tuto.
    Je vais m'en inspirer pour construire mon meuble couture❤❤❤

  • @kennashedrick5994
    @kennashedrick5994 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for sharing your DIY. It's is so nice.

  • @journeyhome98
    @journeyhome98 Před 2 lety +4

    You are a ROCKSTAR! That was awesome! I’m super impressed.

  • @tiffanijade878
    @tiffanijade878 Před rokem

    This is amazing! Thank you 😍😍😍

  • @krys3409
    @krys3409 Před 11 měsíci

    Super!!! Thanks for this perfect video! I love it!!

  • @dmc4755
    @dmc4755 Před 2 lety +3

    You are a genius - this is so cool!! You have inspired me!

  • @donthoms
    @donthoms Před 2 lety +18

    quintuple WOW!!!! My Wifey just sent me this! I wonder what she's trying to say? We may just have to DO this! It would solve her long sought after consolidation of art / craft / sewing stuff in one convenient place. THANKS!

    • @recoveringsoul755
      @recoveringsoul755 Před 2 lety +1

      Awwwwww, love that!! Wish I had a good husband. Construction worker wouldn't even spare me 20 minutes of his expertise, now he's on to his third marriage, but it too will fail. He met me while going through his first divorce. Brought my replacement to my house to spend the night on a day he was supposed to have custody. What a prize. That was a very stressful night, I would never do that to my kids.

    • @hershekissed
      @hershekissed Před 2 lety +2

      @@recoveringsoul755 you deserve love and peace. I’m sorry that he hurt you. You deserve better. He’ll probably never tell you, but I will. So hopefully you can let go, and HAVE a good husband 😘

    • @recoveringsoul755
      @recoveringsoul755 Před 2 lety

      @@hershekissed I doubt it, tried marriage once, never making that mistake again. Can't afford to lose everything again

    • @hershekissed
      @hershekissed Před 2 lety +1

      @@recoveringsoul755 maybe that’s the problem. It’s not about the piece of paper, it’s the commitment 🥰

  • @MercyCuenca
    @MercyCuenca Před 28 dny

    I love this!!!

  • @nataliawalker4184
    @nataliawalker4184 Před 27 dny

    Love this!

  • @dollmm23
    @dollmm23 Před rokem

    Thanks for a great idea!

  • @wandadukes9658
    @wandadukes9658 Před 2 lety +3

    I love this idea you did everything I had in mind. You are the best. The way you put the table in was genius ☺️☺️

  • @emmab7658
    @emmab7658 Před rokem

    Well done! Very clever solution and it looks beautiful. ❤️👍

  • @almitrarobinson-heard1260
    @almitrarobinson-heard1260 Před 10 měsíci

    This is amazing. Praying for you peace and safety.

  • @teeastarr5704
    @teeastarr5704 Před 2 lety

    Wow wow wow! Tysm for this!

  • @monstertheycreated
    @monstertheycreated Před rokem +1

    thank you for this and I truly hope you have a safe place to call home.

  • @amritabhattacharya6927
    @amritabhattacharya6927 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This is brilliant just ... ❤

  • @bonzibonnie
    @bonzibonnie Před 2 lety +2

    Amazing my dear, I am going to do this!!!! Thank you!!!!!

  • @Artyshell53
    @Artyshell53 Před 10 měsíci

    BRILLIANT ❤ thankyou VERYMUCH for the share x

  • @CiaranMeagher
    @CiaranMeagher Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing this - very creative. I hope to build one myself.

  • @QueensOfNuisance
    @QueensOfNuisance Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you ❤️

  • @rene443hgtj
    @rene443hgtj Před 11 měsíci +1

    Love this! I have been looking for alternative to dreambox i could afford as single mom. Like you have tools and diy alot. Ty for the inspiration. Your video was awesome with details.

  • @kmann107
    @kmann107 Před měsícem +1

    Fantastic!

  • @klutfy
    @klutfy Před 4 měsíci

    Fabulous!

  • @kennethhoward622
    @kennethhoward622 Před 7 měsíci

    I just found your video and saw your update on 24 February 2022. I love this idea and I want to implement it for game storage / gundam backlog storage and work area. That being said, I hope this comment finds you in good health and that you're staying safe.

  • @ileolufunke3829
    @ileolufunke3829 Před 5 měsíci

    Great job!

  • @gloriadbs759
    @gloriadbs759 Před rokem +1

    Omg girl, you did that!!!

  • @Hannsch20
    @Hannsch20 Před rokem

    Did I forget something? It's so amazing you've shared this diy project. Thank you so much

  • @BrotherEmmet
    @BrotherEmmet Před 5 lety +1

    Nice work!

  • @Dogsandhairbows9174
    @Dogsandhairbows9174 Před 2 lety +1

    Great job💯🙏🌹best tutorial I've seen 👏

  • @amiedavis5257
    @amiedavis5257 Před rokem +1

    OMG. This is absolutely beautiful and at the same time I'm so sorry about what you're going through in the Ukraine. Helen, I hope you have a home to go back to and it isn't completely destroyed.

  • @greciaortiz8173
    @greciaortiz8173 Před 2 lety

    Exelente!!!
    Gracias

  • @RoniMai-um9wr
    @RoniMai-um9wr Před 11 měsíci +1

    This is so amazing, I have looked at some to buy but too expensive. I love Ikea and already have furniture from there, going to have a go. You have inspired me Thank You.🥰

  • @MzStuff-fz8nk
    @MzStuff-fz8nk Před rokem

    Great Job

  • @vicalt8619
    @vicalt8619 Před rokem

    I love this! The tutorial was great and I feel inspired to try this myself. I am sick over the invasion of your county. I hope your are safe and found a safe place to stay. I hope you can go home soon. I will keep you in my prayers.

  • @ayila4903
    @ayila4903 Před rokem

    THANK YOU!!!!!!

  • @ginynight3739
    @ginynight3739 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you

  • @perfectlyimperfectitsmeL

    🙏🏽praying you and your family are safe!!

  • @shanbartholomew7748
    @shanbartholomew7748 Před rokem

    Thank you so inspiring I think I'll check IKEA

  • @barbarawilliams1980
    @barbarawilliams1980 Před rokem

    Good Idea. Sorry you had to leave your home, Our prayers are with you.

  • @dmdeblois
    @dmdeblois Před 11 měsíci

    thanks for the video - it is Soooooo Encouraging! I'm going to have 2 of these made to span an 80+ inch area of my craft room. BECAUSE I do papercrafting, I'll be purchasing units that will be at least 14" deep to accommodate both my 12x12 paper and my large shoe clear boxes of stamps.

  • @jacquelinej787
    @jacquelinej787 Před rokem

    Omg I really need this! I want to try and make one

  • @wendybirdsong1
    @wendybirdsong1 Před rokem +1

    We will pray for you and your family. May God bless you and keep your family safe, Helen. Wendy Birdsong

  • @belindab.2507
    @belindab.2507 Před rokem

    I am so sorry you had to leave your home. I wish you only the best & pray you are safe!!! You did an excellent job on your "Dreambox" & I thought your video was very good & would have never guessed it was your first video. Sending prayers.

  • @katyruddiman9680
    @katyruddiman9680 Před 9 měsíci

    I am so sorry. What you built is totally amazing!

  • @clairebeech8585
    @clairebeech8585 Před 11 měsíci

    Oh wow what a clever lady u r I wish I was as clever as u, if my dad was still alive I would show him your video and ask him to make me one 😂 i really want a dream box but they r out of stock in the uk and your amazing storage cupboard is fab and would be cheaper and more rewarding

  • @ceciliawyu
    @ceciliawyu Před 2 lety +1

    Dreambox = £3000
    What you are doing here...so much more creative! Well done!

  • @SingleMomFunAndTravel

    Nice 🙂🙂

  • @LoriSews
    @LoriSews Před rokem

    What a great job! Some of those so in cabinets are $3000. I love your hack!

  • @rubiobrandi
    @rubiobrandi Před 11 měsíci

    Man. Here i am trying to save money and build my own craft cabinet, and I watched yoir video and then read the description and it just made my heart sink for you and your loved ones :(
    I truly hope and pray that you are safe and okay and with those you love! Home isn't a place. Its a feeling and home is wherever you're at with those who love you most! You don't know me, and I don't know you. We're literally worlds apart (I'm in Washington state, U.S.)
    BUT, Ill be praying for your safety, and thinking about you, and I truly hope you can rebuild what you didn't deserve to lose! So sorry you've had to suffer through that terrible situation.

    • @HelenKukovski
      @HelenKukovski  Před 10 měsíci

      Thank you for your support! I hope one day we will be able to come back home and better sooner than later.
      I hope your craft cabinet will turn out great and not too expensive :)

  • @Itacafdh
    @Itacafdh Před 2 lety +7

    Good one!
    I was searching for some idea like yours, being a small woman and no very strong 💪🏻, the solution was (step by step) little steps I can manage 🎉🎊🎉🎊
    I like the result very much

    • @gaylawheat
      @gaylawheat Před rokem

      I’m doing it too I’m short now from surgery and disability so will adjust as needed too

  • @theabundantlifehomestead9948

    Praying for your safety and that God will restore everything that has been taken from you 100 fold.

  • @SW-li7gd
    @SW-li7gd Před rokem +1

    just to add. if you add wheels, it will be much easier to open and close the wings.

    • @HelenKukovski
      @HelenKukovski  Před rokem +2

      Oh, it has wheels) I showed it closer to the end how I attached them :)

  • @nurjahanummejubaer5054

    wow 😇😇😇😇.Exchilant.

  • @litoboy5
    @litoboy5 Před 2 lety

    GREAT

  • @MsKittycatmeow86
    @MsKittycatmeow86 Před 2 lety +2

    Girl you Advanced you're dreaming on a budget lol awesome

  • @dolceragazza5734
    @dolceragazza5734 Před 2 lety +1

    Why are you so A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @kayceegreer4418
    @kayceegreer4418 Před 2 lety

    N I C E !

  • @BestyetJourney
    @BestyetJourney Před 10 měsíci

    🔥🔥🔥

  • @dangerous2774
    @dangerous2774 Před 6 dny

    ❤❤❤

  • @InspiredCreationsVivi

    I can't find 2 of the 3 items you used. Not available at Ikea. Trying other sizes to compromise. Thank you for such a great idea. Can't wait to start mine

  • @sallyhildrew6998
    @sallyhildrew6998 Před rokem +2

    So sorry you had to leave your home - what an awful situation and destroying so many lives. Where are you living now?

  • @PD666
    @PD666 Před rokem

    If you add wheels to the middle part, after closing the workplace, you can then move it next to the wall and have a lot of space in the room ;)

  • @KatecrochetInvan
    @KatecrochetInvan Před 4 měsíci

    Helen, I was looking for the Dreambox made by Create Room (sold only in USA & Canada!) And now I found you! 😂😂😂 Have you got a project to share? ❤🙏

  • @rosemariequilessimon4163
    @rosemariequilessimon4163 Před 5 měsíci

    Prayers for your safety and peace to prevail for Ukraine

  • @MimaHope
    @MimaHope Před 9 měsíci

    Hi Helen ~ Thank you for a great tutorial. I am saddened to hear about your home and neighborhood.

  • @descampsdorothee2939
    @descampsdorothee2939 Před rokem +1

    Wahou! Thanks so much! this is exactly what i need right now! But there is something that i don't understand. When did you use the 2 fonnes and for what? Thank you!!

  • @anissagooch3212
    @anissagooch3212 Před 11 měsíci

    Discovered this, and there’s plenty here to figure it out with current IKEA stock. I appreciate it, and I’m thinking about you. If you haven’t landed somewhere yet, I hope you do soon.

  • @Kitty-go5el
    @Kitty-go5el Před rokem

    Wow, that is super awesome!! You got some skills!! Can you also post the total price you paid for all the ikea stuff plus parts?

  • @amyread356
    @amyread356 Před rokem

    Hi. Love this video and I want to build one. I don’t find the platsa and fonnes. Can you help me know which ones, please! Amy

  • @apfel4802
    @apfel4802 Před 5 lety +1

    Ок!

  • @krrimy
    @krrimy Před 8 měsíci

    I am so sorry to hear the devasting news.. I hope you and your family will get to live in a peaceful location without having to fear anything for rest of your life.

  • @GoddessNeith
    @GoddessNeith Před rokem

    I hope you are safe! your cabinet is amazing. here's hoping the war ends soon for your country. you're inspiring me to make one of my own!

  • @4evermykids1
    @4evermykids1 Před rokem

    What size hinges,n cuts for plywood,also where did you get fold up table from thank you for sharing

  • @elizabethkosmetatou5367

    I'm wondering whether one could create a more spacious single central shelf by using only two sides and then custom-made shelves. What I don't know is whether those shelves will be capable of holding some weight.

  • @marissa5914
    @marissa5914 Před 4 měsíci

    Do you have plans and a parts list for this project? It's exactly what I have been looking for.

  • @2lkreationz
    @2lkreationz Před rokem

    Do you king sharing what did u put on the bottom if u got hinges on the top

  • @krysg3752
    @krysg3752 Před 2 lety +23

    Can you post a list of the items used to build the table? Please include material used with dimensions along with the hardware used for assembly. I love this, Thank you!

    • @HelenKukovski
      @HelenKukovski  Před 2 lety +12

      Hi Krys, I will try to remember and re-measure it. I wish I did it then, but this workspace was one of the first things I did and I really had no idea and no experience on how to make a proper and helpfull video)

    • @recoveringsoul755
      @recoveringsoul755 Před 2 lety +2

      @@HelenKukovski it looks great, perhaps another video with it filled up? How do you use yours? Scrapbooking, sewing, Cricut, painting, etc?

    • @HelenKukovski
      @HelenKukovski  Před 2 lety +9

      @@recoveringsoul755 sorry, I am afraid it doesn’t exist anymore. I was living in Kharkiv, Ukraine. My whole neighborhood is now destroyed by russian bombs. So there will no be updates on this one. I hope to make a new one once I will get a new home, but right now I had to flee my hometown.

    • @littleaugustranch
      @littleaugustranch Před 2 lety +5

      @@HelenKukovski I’m very sorry to hear about your home. Praying for you and your family. I hope you get to make a new one soon and fill it with lots of things that bring you joy!

    • @Fayth39
      @Fayth39 Před 2 lety +4

      @@HelenKukovski I am so sorry to hear that. :( Your creative solution is wonderful. I hope the madness ends soon and you will be able to make your new one before much longer... I am grateful that you managed to flee too, though I am so sorry that you had to. Wishing you well.

  • @debharrison9057
    @debharrison9057 Před 5 měsíci

    What supplies did you use please . I would love to do something like this

  • @baileys13
    @baileys13 Před rokem

    How thick is the wood for the wheels and where did you get the wheels from. How big are they, then you could adjust the wood?!