1-board Cedar Desk Accessory Set
Build a 1-board Cedar Desk Accessory Set.
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
What you need
- 1 cedar fence picket, 1/2" x 5 1/2" x 6'
- wood glue
- 1" finish nails
- Finishing materials for desired finish
- 2 pc @ 3 ½”, then cut to 3 ½” (front/back, then cut remaining
- part down to 1 5/8” for sides)
- 1 pc @ 3 ½”, then cut to 2 5/8” (bottom, cut to fit, should be
- ~2 5/8” x 3 ½”)
- 1 pc @ 1 ¼”, then cut to 4” (front, 1 ¼” x 4”)
- 1 pc @ 1”, then cut to 4” (bottom, 1” x 4”)
- 1 pc @ 2 ¼”, then cut to 4” (back, 2 ¼” x 4”)
- 3 pc @ 3 ½” then cut to 3 ½” wide
- 6 pc @ 1” then cut to 4 ½” wide (cut to length after step 1b)
- 2 pc @ 1 ½”, then cut to 4” (front/back, 1 ½” x 4”)
- 2 pc @ 1 ½”, then cut to 3” (sides, 1 ½” x 3”)
- 1 pc @ 3”, then cut to 3” (bottom, 3” x 3”)
Cut List from ½” x 5 ½” Cedar Fence Picket
Pencil Cup:
Total board length needed (includes blade widths): 10 7/8”
Business Card Holder:
Total board length needed (includes blade widths): 4 7/8”
Mini Desktop Crate:
Total board length needed (includes blade widths): 17 5/8”
Paper Clip Tray:
Total board length needed (includes blade widths): 9 5/8”
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- compound miter saw
- nailer
- sander
Step by step
Step 1
This diagram shows the cut list, and steps for assembly for the Pencil Cup.
Step 2
This diagram shows the cut list, and steps for assembly for the Paper Clip Tray.
Step 3
This diagram shows the cut list, and steps for assembly for the Business Card Holder.
Step 4
This diagram shows the cut list, and steps for assembly for the Mini Desktop Crate.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
