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Window Wonderland Window Wonderland From "DIY's Holiday Workshop" episode DHOL-103

Woodworking expert Bruce Johnson shares a lovely winter-themed window box that's sure to make the windows the focal point of any home.

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Materials:
Precut pressure-treated cedar
Stencils
Water-based stains
Kraft paper
Rubber gloves
Sponges
Rags

Tools:
Drill
Clamps
Exterior wood glue
Hammer

Steps:

1. Measure the width of the window and cut each long board to that measurement (for example, if the window is 30" wide, cut each long board 30" in length).

   (Note: The backboard is a little bit wider than usual. The one shown is a 1" x 12", which means it actually measured out about 11-1/4".)

2. Cut front board, bottom and two sides, 6" wide and 6" deep.

3. Transfer the stencil onto a piece of brown kraft paper, then slip carbon paper underneath the stencil and use it to trace the design onto the backboard.

4. Cut the stencil out with scroll saw, using reliefs to make it easier to cut. It will take about 15 minutes to cut out the design.

5. Stand the back up and center the bottom so it's even.

6. Glue the sides together with exterior glue, then clamp.

7. Predrill holes and insert brass screws on the front.

8. Use finish nails for the back.

9. Paint the design using a stamping technique (be sure to practice on scrap wood first).