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Spring was indeed
“sprung” on me this year. Grass was growing and birds were singing,
but the patio furniture I’d been promising myself since last fall
was still just a promise. With the season upon me, I figured there
was no way I’d get an entire set of furniture built in time to enjoy
it this year.
Once again, however, the Workbench design staff mobilized to bail
me out with this beautiful set of outdoor |
furniture that’s -
most importantly - a quick build, but also sturdy, stylish, and adaptable.
Interestingly enough, the fact that the furniture is sturdy and easy
to build comes from the same thing - he right joinery for the job
- half laps and dadoes. The stylishness is the product of a few decorative
touches, like the diamond-shaped cutouts in the table tops and top
slat of the bench. Those diamond-shapes are mirrored by three applied
blocks that adorn the rails of the tables and benches. Finally, the
top slat of the bench is cut in a stepped pattern to lend it more
visual interest.
The set really is adaptable, too. The plans for the bench can easily
be turned into a swing (right) or a chair |
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