Wood: Cherry. Preparatory.

A.   Make working drawing.

B.   Make stock list.

C.   Cut both pad and top of required thickness, making an allowance for working. Exercises.

1.   A. Lay out pad, or under piece with rough edges, and work one half of it to desired shape. Work from one straight edge. B. Cut to length, and make other half symmetrical.

2.   Plane to required width. Bore holes for round-headed brass screws.

3.   Make top to fit pad.

4.   With a suitable

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gouge, cut the finger holes in the sides. If students are the seventh grade, this model may be made of soft wood.

5.   Inspect for defects.

6.   Stain, and shellac or wax to suit taste.