How to build an Antique Crate

I am excited to show you how to build an Antique Crate today!

I am seriously obsessed with crates…I can’t get enough of them, which is why I am sharing yet another. The struggle is real!

If you saw my Master Bedroom Reveal then you got a sneak peek of this cutie already.

I am sharing the full picture tutorial over at Remodelaholic so hop on over to get all the details and tips and tricks to make this build even easier!

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Supplies:

1- 5/8” x 5 1/2” x 6′ cedar fence picket
1- 5/8″ x 3 1/2” x 6′ cedar fence picket
1- 1” round wood dowel
1 1/2” finish nails
Nail Gun
jigsaw
Miter Saw or Circular Saw
Wood Glue
stain/paint for desired finish

Cut List:
2- 5/8” x 5 1/2” x 13” Tall Sides (see below for jigsaw cuts)
1- 5/8” x 5 1/2” x 15” Bottom
2- 5/8” x 3 1/2” x 16” Long Sides
1- 1” dowel cut to 15” Handle

Step 1: Cut tall sides with a jigsaw

Once you have cut all your boards to the correct length, take a jigsaw and cut your tall sides as shown below.

Step 2: Attach tall sides to bottom

Using wood glue and 1 1/2” finish nails attach the tall sides to the bottom board.

Step 3- Add dowel handle

Attach the dowel to the top of your tall sides with wood glue and 2” finish nails. Or you can pre-drill holes and attach with a 1 1/2” screw on both sides.