Make a Country Hutch
White pine and simple joinery make this a simple project to build with hand tools
Synopsis: With its open top and decorative side cutouts, this cabinet has its design roots in the 17th century. It relies primarily on nails for strength. The box-joined top, dadoed shelves, bottom, and counter are fixed with nails through the sides, and nailed face frames and cross struts reinforce the structure. Construction is straightforward and a great vehicle for the hand-tool lover.
When I’m making furniture for others, I build in all sorts of styles. But when a piece of furniture is for my own house, I go country. Having grown up in New England, I am partial to the simple pine furniture of our northern settlers. This cupboard, with its open top and decorative cutouts on the sides, has its design roots in the 17th century.
Like the original makers, I worked my white pine boards unplugged. Don’t get me wrong—I don’t build everything by hand. But I…
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CAD-drawn plans and a cutlist for this project are available in the Fine Woodworking store.
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