$5 Blanket Ladder - build and free plans

[@tomt9543]

First time on your channel! Also, first time I’ve ever subbed on the first video view BEFORE it was over! Prior to three weeks ago, I’d never even heard of a quilt rack/hanger/ladder, and then a neighbors daughter texted me a picture of hers and asked me if I could make one for her mom. I did, but had no idea what I was getting into! Now I’m snowed under (a feeble at humor, given your conditions!), and EVERYONE wants one! You’ve given me some great ideas like using boards instead of 1” dowels for the rungs, tapering the end of the stiles and using bumper pads! Great video, and you must be one tuff lady to work outside in wintertime wherever you reside! Beautiful scenery there! I’m guessing Montana!

[@gailself8619]

I loved watching you build this!

[@rstarguitar5350]

Thank you for this straightforward video on making a blanket ladder

[@dleifsnamnek]

Thank you - I needed to make an easy cat ladder for my back yard, and this did the trick. I just turned the steps so they are flat, and this was perfect! One trip to the hardware store + one evening. Mahalo for the clear, concise instructions.

[@shaunhunter1668]

Thanks for the tutorial and the plans. Your dad sounds like a cool guy. He must have been a soldier. I think I will try to use my leatherman as well. Lol. Great tutorial. Thanks again.

[@pattycake70f.10]

Thanks for sharing this☺️ I ask my husband if he could make me a blanket ladder and he found your project and made it for me the same day😁 LOVE LOVE LOVE! the way it turned out🥰♥️♥️♥️

[@janlandrum2481]

My son, Matthew is a mechanical engineering major and is finding his love for wood working. I had seen your video for this blanket ladder and I fell in love with it. I asked Matthew for a blanket ladder from him for Christmas. The only thing I asked was that he follow your video. He said your instructions were so easy to follow. He not only made me one but he made his sister, sister in law, his fiancé and her mother one for Christmas. He did an amazing job and they were all blown away by his craftsmanship. Thank you. I would love to send you a picture of the finished product. Thank you again!❤️ 🪜

[@williamgallaher4566]

Very nice, well done. I subscribed. Thank you for sharing. Stay strong and be safe.

[@beccaparker5402]

I love this build! I did one for my house & my mom asked for one as a christmas present! Win-Win!

[@kenyottahaire5102]

Thank you for the vid! Definitely my next project

[@asarv1]

Great instructions. Easy to follow. Made this ladder and did a couple of personal finishes with the router. Very pleased with it. Thank you and look forward to learning more from you.

[@Hertoolbelt]

Awesome, thanks for watching!

[@themontephone875]

T y for instructions. It’s so simple. When I closely examined a rung at an antique store...it appeared complicated. I hope my attempt will not injure anyone. Lol

[@Hertoolbelt]

:-) Good luck

[@seejanedrill]

Wow! What a wonder project.

[@Hertoolbelt]

Thanks Leah!

[@karenlivengood4027]

My daughter and I are excited to make this You make it look so easy I think that when I make mine I’m going to angel my blanket boards or maybe not. We will see but again thank you for making it look so easy 😊

[@kimberlykimmie1728]

You are very talented❤️❤️

[@tamarafair6]

Im going to modify mine ( add more rungs) to display my dog & cat blankets for a local rescue I volunteer with. Love it, thank you!

[@MrDmartinezjr]

Very nice. Great directions I’ll subscribe 👍

[@minervaway5542]

Awesome...this is exactly what I needed to build my blanket ladder. Thank you

[@mikewiza1509]

Great job, I have to build one for a friend of mine

[@chrisgagnon2942]

Nice 👍🏻. Making one today for my wife. 😁

[@Hertoolbelt]

Awesome, I bet she'll love it!

[@DIYBuilt]

Nice easy build. My wife has been after me to build a blanket ladder, thanks for sharing.👍

[@PeoniesRoses]

I love your channel, thank you so much :)

[@Hertoolbelt]

Thank you!

[@KathyaKalinine]

It turned out great! So quick and easy. Thank you for sharing!

[@tblair1642]

Really nice! Thanks for the video.

[@Hertoolbelt]

Thank you!

[@malonecustomdesigns]

Nice work! Gonna attempt one of these this week!

[@kimpitre6760]

Just subscribed to your channel, I want a blanket ladder and you just inspired me to make one myself, thank you for sharing

[@tracymichellestreet4711]

Beautiful work! Thank you for the video and inspiration!

[@varunkunwar2330]

Thank you for the plan. That is very kind of you.

[@spk7816]

great job...thanks

[@marisacrespin2223]

I’m going to do it! 😆

[@Chris_PerthWA]

Love this

[@trinhghering6234]

This was my first project. It looks so good, thank you for the plan. I can’t figured out why the ladder is so lopsided. Any suggestions how to make it straight? I’ve tried clamping, alternation putting in the screws ..

[@debbiethompson6240]

Great tutorial!💛

[@crystaljames-owensiii4430]

Awesome!

[@GoldingLauren]

I wish I could share videos! I made this and it turned out so much better than j could have imagines

[@Hertoolbelt]

I am so glad!!!

[@Racefiend47]

Did you put a sealer over the first coat?

[@JosephWarner]

Thanks, just made one in 45 min

[@johnnybales710]

Are the boards furring strips?

[@janstatman7054]

How long should a 2x4 screw be?

[@Jelisa.C]

Thank you for sharing and creating this video! I’ve been shopping for blanket ladders for weeks and thought “you love DIY projects that involve tools...go to KZbin”. Lol

[@tinsande106]

Can you stain outside on winter or out in the cold?

[@tinsande106]

I only have oil based stain

[@joshuawaddell6640]

Very nice! I like the look of a 1x3 compared to the other styles personally. When you applied the stain, did you let it dry for a certain length of time before you put blankets on it? My concern would be stain bleeding into a blanket if put on too quickly. Thanks!

[@Hertoolbelt]

Thanks! Yes you'll want to let the stain dry according to the directions on the back of the can (they vary by types). Also you can add a coat of polyurethane or clear coat over the dry stain and let that dry. That should eliminate any color transfer.

[@joshuawaddell6640]

@@Hertoolbelt Thank you very much!

[@jillianalessandra3758]

where did u get ur grey and white blanket from its so cute

[@renehazlett3028]

Wow, so very cool. Just found your channel. What is the product name and details of the stain/paint/finish you used?

[@Hertoolbelt]

I used Varathane/Rustoleum Aged Wood Accelerator. I just brush it on and it soaks into the wood. www.homedepot.com/p/Varathane-1-qt-Interior-Aged-Wood-Accelerator-331305/304894197?irgwc=1&cm_mmc=afl-ir-1241245-456723-&clickid=xIswp-U%3A0xyORJfwUx0Mo3chUkizDJV2TzcUxQ0

[@renehazlett3028]

Thank you so much for coming back to me on this. Are you still making videos?

[@karenjkampskamps5208]

1 thing I noticed that in your video instructions was that you didn't sand the boards before assembly. If I am going to put blankets on the runs I hope they wouldn't get snagged threads

[@Hertoolbelt]

You're right, I didn't show that. I did sand the boards before starting.

[@nousheenislam8727]

So it doesn't fall on the ground?

[@lindasavary4407]

I love this ladder but I wish it was $5. 1x3s are 11.40 each!

[@m0ya313]

Wow, how the prices have changed, one 1x3 is now 4.59 each at my local home depot! :(

[@carreto86]

Lowe’s is still 1.50

[@maryquarles2566]

12/28/2022 2.22 a piece so now over $5. Hate inflation Love my quilt ladder. That is a 41% increase in 3 years.

[@codacreator6162]

Do you mean 1x4 (nominal), which is 1x3 1/2 (actual)? I haven't seen 1x3s before.

[@Hertoolbelt]

I used nominal 1x3's (actual 3/4" x 2 1/2") they are usually by the 1x4s at my store. If you can't find 1x3's, you can use 1x4's instead, with a few adjustments.

[@WiLL02724]

@@Hertoolbelt is the video showing 1x3? They look so much wider than what I brought home

[@Hertoolbelt]

@@WiLL02724 yes mine are 1x3 (3/4" x 2 1/2")

[@spongebobc.g855]

The author does like to from scratch, kzbin.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO shaping and trimming wood from large blocks into fine finished products. As another reviewer mentioned, most projects require a lot of high-dollar equipment that most of us don’t have the room or budget for. But, knowing how to do these things, even if we won’t be able to practise the full stack project, is still great.

[@ashleyl877]

Why did it cost me 60?! My 8ft wood cost 10.84 a peice.....I was so sad and poor afterwards. But it is cute 😍

[@romaineathey3663]

Thousands of lifetime projects with Woodprix plans.

[@darkfog360]

The hardest part about this project was finding wood that wasent warped. Homedepots wood selection is horrid

[@williefisthergash217]

Lowe’s tends to have better wood quality for future projects

[@TehBananaBread]

5,- blacket ladder. 500+ dollar needed for equipment. NICE

[@LeslieWorks]

You could make it with a $10 hand saw and a screwdriver if you wanted. Use what you got. I used more expensive and better tools than she did and the finished product is only as good as you make it. I actually used a hand saw to cut the angles.

[@LeslieWorks]

You could make it with a $10 hand saw and a screwdriver if you wanted. Use what you got. I used more expensive and better tools than she did and the finished product is only as good as you make it. I actually used a hand saw to cut the angles.

[@carreto86]

$5 is misleading. Should read buy these minimal tools and then with $5 buy this wood to make it from. Plus the screws and glue (optional) and stain. Which is closer to $20-$25.

[@Anto-kz5hk]

No way is 5 dollars.

[@0Myles0]

heh... leatherman. I see where you get your skills.

[@patrickgroe509]

You lost me at pocket holes.