• Home
  • Shop Our Home
    • Shop Our Home
    • Amazon Shop
  • About
    • Meet Bre
    • FAQs
    • Disclosure
    • Design Shop
  • Project Gallery
  • Design Services
  • Popular Posts
    • How to Paint Your Tile Backsplash
    • How to Add Trim and Paint Your Laminate Cabinets
    • Modern Vintage Bathroom Reveal
    • Modern and Vintage Boy’s Nursery Reveal
    • How to Build a DIY Leaning Ladder Shelf
    • DIY Modern Step Stool
    • Where to Buy the Best Faux Fiddle Leaf Figs for Under $100
    • Best Place to Buy Throw Pillows
  • Contact

brepurposed

You are here: Home / Monthly DIY Challenge / DIY Modern Step Stool
DIY Home Decor, How Tos, Monthly DIY Challenge

DIY Modern Step Stool

09/13/17

This post is sponsored by Kreg, but as always, all thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.

We took a little summer break last month from our challenge but we’re back this month with a super fun build project. We teamed up with Kreg and put our woodworking skills to the test using their Kreg Jig. I’ve heard of this tool before but never realized how much of a game changer it was. I seriously can’t believe how easy it is to use and how much easier so many of the projects I’ve done in the past would have been if I had this. I started small and simple with something practical that we actually needed and I’m going to show you how easy it is to make!

DIY MODERN STEP STOOL

DIY Modern Step Stool

Kreg sent us all their Kreg Jig R3 kit which comes with most of what you’ll need but you should also get a clamp as well as more screws depending on the size of your project.

Step Stool Supplies

SUPPLIES FOR DIY MODERN STEP STOOL

Kreg Jig
Kreg Clamp (or any small sized clamp)
Kreg Screws
1 piece of 1x4x8 pine

I don’t know why but I was super intimidated to use this tool and kept putting it off but once I was done I felt silly because it’s SO EASY.

I watched this little video on YouTube just to give me an idea of what all the different pieces did.

That should give you the basic rundown and help you get started.

So first up you’ll want to set your Kreg to the width of your wood. Just line up the arrows with the correct number and you’re good to go.

The kit comes with a little guide that tells you exactly what to set it at as well as what size screws you need.

Kreg Jig For Stool

Then you want to set the drill to the correct length as well. Make sure the top of the little silver washer thing is lined up with the number you want. In this case, I wanted 3/4″, then you can just tighten it to set it. It’s super handy to be able to do this right in the little kit.

Kreg Jig Drill Bit

Ok so before you start drilling you’re going to want to cut your wood.

STEP 1 -WOOD CUTS

Top – 14″ long
Sides – 10″ long
Middle – 12″ long

STEP 2

After you cut them to length, you want to mitre your two side pieces and middle piece. I used our table saw and set the angle to about 15° then just ran both sides through.

Table Saw for Wood Projects

STEP 3

Now you can start using your Kreg! You’ll need to make two pocket holes at the top of each side piece of wood. All you do is clamp your kreg down, insert the drill and give it some power. The drill will stop where you put the washer so it won’t go through the wood.

Drilling Pocket Holes with Kreg Jig

And that’s how you make pocket holes! So easy, right?

Building Wooden Step Stool

STEP 4

Once you’ve drilled your holes you just insert the screws and use the square drill bit that comes with your kit to attach the wood.

DIY Modern Step Stool

Repeat for both sides.

Wood Step Stool Base

STEP 5

Then take your middle piece and create two pocket holes on either side of the wood and add your screws to attach and you’re left with this! I took a picture of it upside down so you can see where all my pocket holes are.

Wooden Stool DIY

Eloise was already a fan.

Little Kid Step Stool DIY

STEP 6

Then it was time for some stain. I used the same one I used in the rest of the bathroom since this is where it was going – Red Chestnut. Then sealed it up with some Poly.

Wood Stain for Step Stool

Stained Step Stool

And now Eloise has the perfect little step stool so she can wash her hands and brush her teeth at the bathroom sink!

DIY Modern Step Stool

DIY Modern Step Stool

Cute Step Stool in Bathroom

Easy DIY Step Stool

I’m so excited to build more stuff with the Kreg and try out some of their other cool products too like their new Accu-Cut and Rip-Cut which help you cut down big sheets of plywood without needing a huge table saw.

If you’re looking for more wood projects to build at the beginner level, be sure to check out my Ladder Shelf tutorial!

And don’t forget about all the other insanely awesome projects my bloggy friends made! Seriously, they’re all way cooler than my little stool ha.

DIY Modern Step Stool

Related

17 Comments

Comments

  1. Go AccessLtd says

    October 6, 2018 at 5:28 pm

    I remember my son using his as a seat instead of a stool!

    Reply
  2. Krystal Herrera says

    June 26, 2018 at 1:35 am

    The model is cute, haha! Anyways, this one is definitely a great idea for the kiddos. Thank you for sharing them. Cheers!

    Reply
  3. chris says

    May 31, 2018 at 10:04 am

    Very cute, as is your model! I would use wood more for outdoors but that is my personal preference

    Reply
  4. Michael P says

    September 22, 2017 at 9:20 am

    The list of supplies should be a 1″x8″x48″

    Reply
  5. DealinDiva says

    September 19, 2017 at 9:09 pm

    I would use it to make a bench for my garden and a few other garden projects I have in mind.

    Reply
  6. Diego Lopes says

    September 14, 2017 at 9:25 am

    This step stool looks great! I was looking to buy one but now I’m set on making my own. Thank you for sharing the details!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      September 19, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      Thanks Diego! It’s definitely an easy project!

      Reply
  7. Amanda Fettig says

    September 13, 2017 at 4:34 pm

    This is the cutest little stepstool!!! And your model is pretty darn cute, too! 😉

    Reply
  8. Bre says

    September 13, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    SO perfect in your bathroom, Bre! Eloise looks like she just loves it, too!

    Reply
  9. BLake says

    September 13, 2017 at 10:58 am

    Love the handiwork! So clean and useful! I need to overcome my woodworking fears so I can add more personal touches to our new home.

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      September 19, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      You can do it! Just start small and you’ll be hooked!

      Reply
  10. Amy | Canary Street Crafts says

    September 13, 2017 at 10:45 am

    Eloise is the cutest thing, Bre! The step stool looks amazing too!

    Reply
  11. Anne says

    September 13, 2017 at 10:03 am

    I’d love to make the same stool for my new bathroom! I’ve been looking for one just like yours for ages, suspecting it would be too difficult to make my own, but now I know I could make it! Thank you for the inspiration!

    Reply
    • brepurposed says

      September 19, 2017 at 3:22 pm

      It’s totally doable! You can do it!

      Reply
  12. Kristi says

    September 13, 2017 at 9:54 am

    What a great idea Bre! It fits in so perfectly with your design style and just look at that little ruffle bum putting it to work! SO cute!

    Reply

Trackbacks

  1. Kreg Jig Project Plans: 30 Free Plans That Use Pocket Hole Joinery says:
    May 10, 2019 at 2:50 pm

    […] DIY Modern Step Stool by […]

    Reply
  2. Grab Your KregJig: 30 Free Build Plans That Use Pocket Hole Joinery says:
    January 13, 2019 at 8:26 am

    […] DIY Modern Step Stool by […]

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

hi I’m bre! follow along as we renovate our current home and share modern DIY ideas.

  • Facebook
  • Google+
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter

Shop My Faves

We spent a few days this past week at the @thedwel We spent a few days this past week at the @thedwellbox in Amish Country and never wanted to leave! More and more lately we’re realizing the importance of family and nurturing those relationships. This was the perfect place to unwind, reconnect and enjoy an adventure together without worrying about capturing it all on our phones. We went for a hike, sat by the fire, ate wayyy too many pastries and cheeses and loved every minute of it. Sharing a video tour in stories today! If you’re in the area - we highly recommend a stay here!
FREE 2021 Printable Calendar is on the blog today! FREE 2021 Printable Calendar is on the blog today! As always, there’s two sizes for you to choose from and a short easy tutorial for you to follow to make the cute little wooden stand too 📅  My little office nook has gone through a lot of phases since we first moved in 4.5 years ago (swipe through to see them all!) and last year I finally upgraded my desk to one I could properly sit at 🤣 I took two Alex drawers from IKEA and added wood trim and caning for an elevated look and topped it off with a faux butcher block counter made from a $30 door slab. 👊🏻 the cherry on top for this space was our new skylight that instantly brightened it up and brings in so much beautiful natural light ☀️ this nook never felt quite right until now and I’m excited to spend more time here this year working on lots of exciting projects! Head to www.BREPURPOSED.com to snag your free calendar! #breinspired
Oh 2020. While it wasn’t what any of us expected Oh 2020. While it wasn’t what any of us expected I’m focusing on all the good that came out of it. I remember sitting with Dan New Year’s Eve last year and being so hopeful for what our future held and praying it would bring us another baby after we had been trying with no luck. I found out only a couple weeks later I was pregnant and that joy carried us through the year even though it brought fear and worry along with it. Besides welcoming our sweet baby girl into our lives we experienced so many other amazing things. The time we got to spend as a family is something we’ll always cherish. We worked on so many projects together and continued to pour our hearts into making this house a place we can call home. And we built A LOT of arches 🤣 Eloise was on the cover of a magazine, Hawk’s hair grew back in full force, we beat Covid and captain Christmas reminded us what the holiday season is really about.  but most importantly we leaned into god and relied on him more than ever to get us through each day. That’s the relationship I want to continue to work on and I’m grateful that this year nudged me closer to the One who deserves all the glory and continues to be faithful 🙏🏻 happy new year friends 🤍 cheers to 2021 🍾
wishing you all a very merry Christmas!🎄your lo wishing you all a very merry Christmas!🎄your love and support means the absolute world to our little family - thank you for being here with us! 🤍 #averybertolinichristmas
Family is here, Candles are flickering, fire is bu Family is here, Candles are flickering, fire is burning, and there’s a Christmas movie playing 🎄🔥 soaking up these last couple of days before the big guy comes 🎅🏻
#christmasiscoming #homefortheholidays
Unloading all the holiday photos from my camera ro Unloading all the holiday photos from my camera roll before Christmas is over 🎄 dan’s not going to be happy but those branches are staying up all winter - he might need to start wearing safety goggles in the house 🤪 #youllpokeyoureyeout
.
.
.
.
.
.
#bhghowiholiday #entrywaydecor #entrytable #neutralchristmas #holidayvignette #christmashomedecor #christmastable #mycb2 #countrylifestyle #mcgeeandco
Plotting ways I can stay right here all day and I’m thinking a Christmas movie marathon will do the trick 🎄🎅🏻❄️ how long do you think that would last before someone asks for a snack? 🙈 ONE WEEK til Christmas! 😱Are you done shopping and wrapping? What’s left on your Xmas bucket list?? #christmascountdown 
.
.
.
.
.
.
#cozyvibes #cozychristmas #mantledecor #christmashome #stayinbed #christmasbedroom #showemyourholiday #aidsundaysharies #fireplacedecor #lonnyliving #housebeautiful #rshome #idcoathome #ispyraddesign #aabhome
Which view do you prefer? 🤪 we compromise every Which view do you prefer? 🤪 we compromise every year: Dan and his dad get their giant artificial tree with colored blinking lights, handmade ornaments (and this year, tinsel) and I get my real tree with white lights and neutral ornaments. If you’ve been following all the Captain Christmas adventures on my stories you know I let Dan go all out and he hung tinsel garland and colored lights ALL over our house. I decorated a few small areas but I was getting SO unnecessarily stressed thinking about decorating our entire home and creating perfect content for you guys. So I said F it and it felt SO good. And it brought so much joy to him and the kids. And for that, it was worth it 🙌🏻 there’s nothing wrong with a beautifully styled Instagram worthy home but this time of year should be a reminder of the things that truly matter in life - and I don’t want to miss out on them. However you decorate for christmas I hope you can find joy in it 🙌🏻 and maybe let go of those picture perfect expectations a little 😉 captain Christmas stories are saved in a highlight! 🎄#2020 #breinspired #ohchristmastree

POPULAR POSTS: DIY LADDER SHELF | PAINTING TILE BACKSPLASH | HOW TO INSTALL WOOD LOOK TILE | PAINTING LAMINATE CABINETS | HOW TO REFINISH A DRESSER | DIY STEP STOOL | FAUX FIDDLE LEAF FIG TREE | BEST PLACE TO BUY THROW PILLOWS

PRIVACY POLICY

© Copyright 2021. brepurposed. All Rights Reserved. Designed by Oh Wild.