DIYing a $3k Anthropologie Cabinet Using *Almost All* Ikea

Hey guys! I'm Alexandra Gater and I show you how to do rental-friendly upgrades and DIY projects on a budget. Be sure to follow me on Instagram for our monthly video schedule! Today I'm attempting an DIY Ikea hack to dupe the $3,000 (!!) Anthropologie Fern Storage Cabinet and make it for much less!

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[naimabaqar]

This was not a DIY, this was a professional carpenter making a gorgeous cabinet from scratch.

[meelane]

I don’t even care if it’s not actually an achievable diy i wish i could see Gram just build things as a regular show. He’s so smart when it comes to wood working and I love seeing how his brain works

[naomifrakes]

So fabulous. This is the kind of diy u do for the love of it… bc honestly the time and focus it took explains the cost of the inspo piece from Anthro. We don’t all have a Graham, or power tools… but we love that you do and watch with total awe this kind of thing. Thanks for making this content!!!

[paulastrawser]

Watching this video and I realized that everyone needs a Graham to teach them how to make this bookshelf. Awesome job and a beautiful cabinet!

[fishelle]

I love Graham more and more. Adorable, funny, sweet and so frickin talented. He’s a treat. And the chemistry of your whole team is so fun to watch.

[GordH]

Graham's great grandfather was a sailing captain, who on his off-watch time, carved some lovely furniture, including making a ship in a bottle which we still have. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree!

[sarahlyev]

I mean honestly- are we all in love with graham? This is absolutely incredible and so inspiring, thank you.

[kellyjohnson]

What a fabulous cabinet! Graham is a gem. He reminds me of my dad. Craftsman extraordinaire and charming. Doesn’t get much better than that

[julieforan]

I love how this channel has morphed from Alexandra alone doing a DIY channel featuring pom poms into a workplace comedy channel (or maybe a found family sitcom?)

[carolinemiller]

This cabinet is beautiful - and Team AG are absolutely talented... but I miss when the content was more relatable to things we could do ourselves. Renter friendly content. Most folks don't have that many tools, a workshop or a Graham on stand-by. This channel for me is now a place to simply see the beautiful designs, good vibes and Alexandra singing :) . Much love, and all the best for another 2024 Team AG! <3

[adriennewilliams]

Graham’s labor of love in creating your UNIQUE cabinet is unmatched. Anthropologie ain’t got nothing on this.

[sunsetntwilight]

Can we all take a moment to give those perfect golden hinges some love too! This little detail that makes such a difference: obsessed!

[ScribbledCrayon]

YOU for the tutorial on arching the top of the bookcase! I moved into a new apartment about two months ago and Graham has digitally instilled in me the interest and desire to start designing and crafting some of my own furniture pieces to better suit the space I now have. But the more I Pinterest’d, the more I fell in love with all of these rounded furniture shapes, despairing of ever being able to recreate them myself… UNTIL TODAY!!!

Goodbye boring 90 degrees and helloooo to all the other degrees! ❤

[audiomxr]

Graham's skill in kerfing that arch and constructing those doors were the keys to the success of this project. It's amazing. Kudos!

[coletteduff]

I really feel like I need a ‘Graham’ in my life. He’s fantastic. Talented, generous with his skill and knowledge and so good natured.

[juliebey]

What a GORGEOUS cabinet 🥰👏👍! Graham is so chill..and his 🧦…noticed them while installing the hinges 😂 😁. Yay Graham 👏 a new workshop! Definitely well deserved 🥰

[edeline]

Hello, I love your chanel !! But today I am even more happy about your work. Being a Nurse at the poison center in Quebec I cannot thank you enough for saying that Bleach should NEVER being mix with anything !!!! THANKS A LOT And this result ... OMG in love <3

[dianamcmahon]

That shot of Graham breaking the mirror will never not make me jump laugh 🫣 😂

[moreolivia]

Thank you for all of the wonderful content this year (and your lovely book!) Happy Holidays Team AG! Looking forward to more beautiful projects in 2024!

[Nora-Can]

What a beautiful result! NGL, I first thought, when you break down the cost of design and labour, it’s probably cheaper to just buy the thing directly from Anthropologie and pay duty/shipping, but after watching the video, it’s clear that the sheer fun and creativity you all displayed in putting this project together made it completely worthwhile. Well done, team AG!