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Walnut holiday card stand

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a dark walnut card stand with blank cream envelopes on a light desk concept — not a real build.

A low walnut block with shallow angled kerfs that hold greeting cards upright on a desk or entry table. Rip and crosscut one blank, cut the grooves on a table saw with a stop for even spacing, then oil.

Rough size
About 10 x 3 x 1 1/4 in
Wood
Walnut, Cherry or maple also work

Tools you might use

  • Table saw
  • Miter saw
  • Sanding
  • Table saw with blade guard, riving knife and push sticks
  • Crosscut sled or miter saw with a stop block
  • Combination square and pencil
  • Random-orbit sander or sanding block, 120–220 grit
  • Wipe-on oil or clear finish
  • Safety glasses and hearing protection

Right tool for the job: Which push stick or push block should you use on a table saw?

Choosing a sander? Read our sander for cutting boards guide.

Need a miter saw? See our miter saw picks.

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