Woodworker's Journal 1983-7-2, страница 54

Woodworker

The Gift Shop

(Cont'd)

Pine Wall Shelf

With its nicely shaped scroll pattern, this easy-to-build pine wall shelf will make an attractive addition to just about any room in the house.

The back can be made first. Since a 9 in. wide piece of stock is required, it will be necessary to edge-glue two or more narrower boards. To prevent the edges from sliding when clamped, it's a good idea to include two or three V* in. diameter dowel pins in the joint. Apply glue to the edges, then clamp firmly and allow to dry overnight.

Transfer the scroll pattern from the drawing to the stock, then cut out with a band or saber saw. Give the edges a thorough sanding. If you have one, a drum sander will be helpful here. After smoothing the edge, use a router equipped with a 3/s in. piloted cove bit to apply a cove all around the outside edge.

The shelf can be made next. If necessary glue up narrower boards, then transfer the grid pattern to the stock. Again, sand the edges and apply the cove detail.

Next, cut the bracket to the shape shown, then lay out and mark the location of the Vs in. dowel pins. Give all parts a thorough sanding before staining to suit. When dry, assemble with glue and clamp firmly. Use just a thin coat of glue in order to keep glue squeeze-out to a minimum. Allow to dry overnight. Final finish with two coats of polyurethane varnish, sanding lightly between each coat. Two angle holes drilled through the back and into the shelf provide a convenient means to hang the shelf.