Small Cabinet Series

Build a Small Cabinet: Introduction
August 7, 2012

Get an overview of frame-and-panel case construction.
Build a Frame
August 7, 2012

Begin by selecting lumber and milling parts. Mortise the legs and start building the external frame.
A Smart Technique for Tenons
August 7, 2012

Rousseau continues building the external frame. Learn his unique method for cutting tenons on the bandsaw.
The Blades
August 7, 2012

Join the front of the case with three flat connectors called blades. They're attached to the case with double tenons and two dovetails.
Runners and Kickers
August 7, 2012

Complete the web frame with parts that help the drawer slide smoothly.
The Panels
August 7, 2012

Enclose the case with panels. Get tips for cutting rabbets on the tablesaw and see how to bevel the top safely on the bandsaw.
Smooth Surface for a Finish
August 7, 2012

Save time finishing by doing surface prep before glue-up. Get lessons on hand-planing and see how to taper the legs.
The Moment of Truth: The Glue Up
August 7, 2012

See the piece come together and get tips for a successful glue-up.
Make a Flat, Sturdy Door
August 7, 2012

Learn how to make a square, stable door that fits perfectly in the case.
The Ultimate Knife-Hinge Lesson
August 7, 2012

Don't let these low-profile hinges intimidate you. Rousseau demonstrates a straightforward technique using double-sided tape, a trim router, and a chisel.

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