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To complete work on the sides, transfer the full-size pattern of the bottom curve t«i each one. then cut them out on Lhc band saw. A drum sander. if you have one. will make it easier to sand the sawn edges smooth.

Make the Bottom and Stretchers

Cut the bottom t BI lo the same width as the sides, then crosscut it lo 32 in. long. Make sure all the cuts are square. Once the bottom is cut to size, use the router and a straight bit. or the table saw and dado head, to cut a '/4 in. by Vs in. rabbet along the back edge as show n in the Side View.

Now, cut the two stretchers (C) to size, making sure they are exactly the same length as the bottom, Use the table saw and dado head to cut the Vs in. by in. rabbet 011 each end (big. 3). Check the rabbets for a good 111 in the mortises in the sides.

Lay out and mark the location of the three holes in each stretcher. Later, you'll drive I '/-t in. long by no. 8 roundhead wood screws through these holes to help secure the top.

Assemble the Case

Give the sides, bottom and stretchers a thorough sanding, finishing with 220-grit. Once sanded, add a coat of glue to the dadoes for the bottom, the mortises

lor the stretchers, and also the ends of the bottom and the stretcher tenons. Assemble the parts and apply clamp pressure with bar or pipe clamps, Keep in

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