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We got two new divan beds without headboards. As we already had a double bed with an oak headboard, the mrs suggested (you WILL make this) I do 2 singles to match.
So I made two picket style headboards.
This is one
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Because I had no idea how much wood I would use I bought a large plank, but only used half of it on the two headboards. So I decided to make a two drawer bedside cabinet to go with them with the left overs.
I got the base and drawer fronts out of the spare, but then had to go and buy another plank to make the top.

Heres the finished unit.
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And heres the two headboards and the unit, all ready for when we can receive visitors again
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The first things I have made that can actually be called "furniture" 8-)
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Nice job Bob. What are you using for pulls?

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That must have been one heck of a plank. Looks good. What kind of oak is it?
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Boss lady is sourcing the handles, apparently I'm not experienced enough. :roll:
The first plank of white oak was big,
8" x2" x a shade under 10 ft.
That made the headboards and the base.
Then I had to get a 6" x 1" x 7ft board for the table top.
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outstanding Bob...
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Those came out good,Bob. I love to work with oak, it just machines so good, You probably have a few scraps to glue together for a nice bandsaw box to match.
What a nice guest room, maybe have a bunch of visitors soon when the word gets out.


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Looks good
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Very nice outcomes Bob.
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Herb, I was surprised how little waste I had left, only a couple of sticks (and a 12 gallon drum full of sawdust).
But I did buy the plank first, and then work out best sizes from that.

She's now said I can build a bigger three drawer chest to match (if I want :roll: :D )
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Of course ,you want to.
Be sure to take pictures......
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