Steps
STEP 1
Cut out all material using the Lumber Cut Layout Guide.
Tools
Miter Saw, Tape Measure
Materials
4" x 4" x 8' Untreated Kiln Dried Douglas Fir Post (Dreidel Block), 3/4" x 36" Dowel
STEP 2
On (1) end of the 12" block, mark lines on all (4) sides at 1-1/4" and another line at 1-3/4".
Tools
Tape Measure
Materials
Dreidel Block
STEP 3
Set the miter saw at 22.5°. Cut along the 1-1/4" line on all (4) sides.
Tools
Miter Saw
Materials
Dreidel Block
STEP 4
Set the miter saw at 45°. Cut along the 1-3/4" line on all (4) sides.
Tools
Miter Saw
Materials
Dreidel Block
STEP 5
Measure 3-1/2" from the edge of the 45° angle and mark. Set miter saw at 0° and cut.
Tools
Miter Saw, Tape Measure
Materials
Dreidel Block
STEP 6
On the top side, draw lines from opposite corners. The intersection point is the center of the block.
Materials
Dreidel Block
STEP 7
Using a 3/4" forstner bit in the drill press, drill a hole that is 1-1/2" deep at the intersection point.
Tools
Drill Press, Forstner Bit Set
Materials
Dreidel Block
STEP 8
Sand to your desire.
Tools
Sander
Materials
Dreidel Block, Sand Paper
STEP 9
Apply glue to the hole. Insert the 3/4" dowel until it reaches the bottom of the hole.
Materials
Wood Glue, Dreidel Block, Dowel
STEP 10
Project Complete!
