So, like my other designs that I’ve built, I took my instructions to the lumber store to purchase the sizes and quantity of cedar needed. Then I cleared the driveway and set up shop. I like to have a setup where the uncut boards are stacked to one side, the miter saw is set up in the middle, and plenty of space on my other side to lay out my cut and labeled pieces. I think it’s best to make most of your cuts first and then begin assembling the parts. Some pieces will need to be test-fit before cutting and can wait until you’re ready for them.
With this particular design, the biggest challenge for me was really just the size of the pieces. Laying such long assemblies, like the seat frame, out on those saw horses was not easy. If I had a giant work bench on which I could lay out the pieces, I think it would have gone a bit smoother. Next time, I’ll just get a giant plywood board to set on top of the saw horses as a make-shift work bench and save myself a lot of headache.
Love the design. Simple but very elegantly designed.
Very distinctive; the set is beautiful and unusual. Best feature: it’s one of a kind that you won’t find at a furniture retailer.