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12-11. Two Spice Hack ideas (beginner and expert-friendly ideas)
STEP 1: PREP BOARDS. Cut and sand the boards.
STEP 2: ASSEMBLE THE FRAME. Use glue and nails to construct the shelf, ensuring squareness. Fill holes and sand.
STEP 3: ADD SHELVES. Attach shelves with glue and nails using specified dimensions.
STEP 4: ATTACH BACKING. Apply glue and reinforce with nails on the back panel.
STEP 5: FINISH. Sand, prime, and paint the shelf. Distressing is optional.
STEP 6: ADD SPICES. Use glass-tilted jars or repurpose baby food jars. Use chalkboard stickers as labels.
This versatile spice rack can be placed on a countertop, mounted on a wall, or fit inside a cabinet. Consider alternative jar options and spice labels if needed. Experiment and make it your own!
The expert one!
- Restore a piece of walnut and ensure even thickness with a planer.
- Glue the walnut pieces together in a book-matched pattern.
- Place the glued piece again to smooth out any high spots.
- Cut walnut plywood to size.
- Mark and drill spots for spice bottles on one sheet of plywood.
- Cut out the sides of the box using a handsaw.
- Ensure squareness and plane any wider pieces to match.
- Use a marking gauge, pencil saw, and chisel to create box joints.
- Add a rabbit on the backside of the long pieces.
- Attach the front plywood with the appropriate thickness.
- Use clamps and glue to assemble the box joints.
- Glue in the shelves and back panel, filling any gaps with sawdust.
- Apply boiled linseed oil for a finish.
While this project improves kitchen flow, exercise caution when using tools. Consider adapting the design to your needs and be mindful of joint cleanliness and thickness requirements.
Detail: Sawdust2stitches.com | Advance one: @CarolinaCraftsman
