Build idea
Wooden Sleigh Mantel Centerpiece
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A freestanding hardwood or scrap sleigh for the mantel, with deep runners and a flat cargo bed for greenery or small ornaments. The wide, low stance keeps it stable on the mantel.
- Rough size
- About 12 in long, 5 in wide and 5 in tall
- Wood
- Cherry, maple, or walnut, Pine or poplar scrap also work painted or oiled
Tools you might use
- Band saw
- Table saw
- Hand plane
- Sanding
- Bandsaw or scroll saw for the runner profiles
- Table saw or miter saw for the bed and dashboard blanks
- Wood glue and clamps
- Block plane or sanding block
- Random-orbit sander, 120–220 grit
- Wipe-on oil or clear finish
Our tool picks for this idea: Clamps · Wood glue
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