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lumber1 - 1 x 3 x 42 - 1 x 3 x 62 - 1 x 4 x 61 - 1 x 6 x 41 - 1 x 8 x 41 - 3/4- x 36-inch

round dowel(availability will vary)hardware/supplies2 1 /2" pocket hole screws2 1 /2" wood screws1 1 /4" bradspocket hole plugswood fillerwood gluepaint/stain

toolstable sawmiter sawjig saw/band sawsander/belt sanderdrill/driverKreg Pocket Hole Jigclampssquarecompass/flexible metal ruler

WhatYou'll Need

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About These PlansOn this first page you will see above the project complete. On the last page you'll find thefinished outer dimensions. Be sure to read ALL of the project steps before you start.

To the right is a list of the Lumber, Hardware/Supplies, and Tools you will need to completethis project. A measuring tape and pencil are not included because that should be prettystandard and self explanatory.

Below What You'll Need is the Parts list. This also is included on the Cutting Diagram page,which is the next to last page of this plan document. Also on the Cutting Diagram page is anestimate of the cost of the lumber. This estimate doesn't include any other supplies and doesnot factor in sales tax.

Throughout these plans you'll find the icons below:

This indicates a diagram detailing the dimensions of a project partand/or the placement for pocket holes, screws, nails, etc.

Notes are the instructions for aparticular step/section of the project.

This indicates when to payclose attention to the diagrams,take precautions for safety, etc.

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PartsRockers (4) - 3/4 x 3 1 /2 x 35 3/4Head (2) - 3/4 x 7 x 14 1 /4Body (2) - 3/4 x 5 1 /2 x 15 1 /2Mane (2) - 3/4 x 1 1 /2 x 6 1 /4Legs (8) - 3/4 x 2 1 /2 x 10Handle (1) - 3/4 x 9Seat (1) - 3/4 x 7 1 /4 x 14 1 /4Slats (6) - 3/4 x 2 1 /2 x 15All parts are listed in actual dimensions. Refer tothe Cutting Diagram on the last page of this planas a guide for determining the specific boardfrom which to cut the parts.

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NOTE Cut two pieces from 1 x 8 to 14 1 /4" and glue two together create a blank for the Head.Use this layout as a guide for measuring, marking, and the Head. A larger layout ison the next page.

Cut four pieces from 1 x 4s to 35 3/4" and glue two together at a time to create two blanksmeasuring 1 1 /2 x 3 1 /2 x 35 3/4. Use this layout as a guide for measuring, marking, and theRockers. Cut one, then use it as a guide for marking the second one.


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NOTE Cut two pieces from 1 x 6 to 15 1 /2" and glue them together create a blank for the Body.Use this layout as a guide for measuring, marking, and the Body and for drilling two pocketholes on each face as shown. Set your jig and drill bit for 1 1 /2" stock. A larger layout ison the next page.




NOTEPosition the Body flush with thebottom edge of the Head and attachusing glue and 2 1 /2-inch pocket holescrews. Fill the pocket holes withwood filler or pocket hole plugs.

Layout

NOTE Cut two pieces from 1 x 3 x 4 to 6 1 /4" and glue them together create a blank for the Mane.Use this layout as a guide for measuring, marking, and the Mane.




NOTEApply glue to the long edge of theMane, position it flush against theHead and Body, and clamp in place.Allow the glue to set.

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NOTE Cut eight pieces from 1 x 3 x 4 to 10" and glue them together in pairs to create blanks for theLegs. Use this layout as a guide for measuring, marking, and two of the Legs. Leave the othertwo as is.




NOTEPosition the Legs as shown, with theLegs with the curved ends at the Head.Make sure the top ends of the Legs areflush with the top edge of the Body.The front edge of the curved-endedLegs should be flush with the jointofwhere the Head meets the Body.Attach using glue and 2 1 /2-inch woodscrews. Drill countersunk pilot holesfor the screws deep enough to allowfor a plugging with a dowel. Matchthe dowel to the diameter of yourcountersink bit, apply glue to the hole,insert the dowel by twisting it, and cutit flush using a flush-cut saw.

Layout

NOTE Use the layout as a guide for measuring, marking, and cutting the Seat.




NOTEInsert the Handle through the head. Toslide it through easily, you may want torub wax along the Handle. You canallow it to free float, or you can keep itin place by drilling a hole (notcompletely through) in the Handle oneither side of the head and inserting ashort segment of 1 /4-inch dowel.

NOTEPosition the Seat centered on the Bodyand tops of the Legs and attach usingglue and 1 1 /4-inch brads.




NOTEPosition two Slats as shown and attachusing glue and 2 1 /2-inch woodscrews. Countersink and plug the holesif desired.

NOTEPosition two Slats as shown and attachusing glue and 2 1 /2-inch woodscrews. Countersink and plug the holesif desired.




NOTEPosition the Horse Assembly as shownand attach using glue and 2 1 /2-inch woodscrews. Countersink and plug the holes ifdesired. Position the remaining two slatsas shown, spaced equidistantly apart(roughly 3/4-inch) and attach using glueand 2 1 /2-inch wood screws. Countersinkand plug the holes if desired.

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Photos by Brian Francis






cutting DIAGRAM

take care!Follow ALL SAFETYGUIDELINESAND RECOMMENDATIONS provided bythe manufacturers ofyour tools, and anychemicals such as glue and finishes youuse in this project. YOUare responsiblefor your safety, so use common sensewhen working in the shop!

1 x 6 x 4

PartsRockers (4) - 3/4 x 3 1 /2 x 35 3/4Head (2) - 3/4 x 7 x 14 1 /4Body (2) - 3/4 x 5 1 /2 x 15 1 /2Mane (2) - 3/4 x 1 1 /2 x 6 1 /4Legs (8) - 3/4 x 2 1 /2 x 10Handle (1) - 3/4 x 9Seat (1) - 3/4 x 7 1 /4 x 14 1 /4Slats (6) - 3/4 x 2 1 /2 x 15All parts are listed in actual dimensions. Refer tothe Cutting Diagram on the last page of this planas a guide for determining the specific boardfrom which to cut the parts.

1 x 3 x 6(2)

1 x 8 x 4

1 x 3 x 4

1 x 4 x 6(2)

3/4 x 36" dowel



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