How to Make a Letter Holder

Who doesn't need a place to organize their mail? This letter holder is a great project for learning to use both the table saw and the band saw.

Supplies and Equipment for the Letter Holder

• 6" x 7" piece of ¼" Baltic birch plywood
• 6" x 7" piece of ½" Baltic birch plywood
• 6" x 8" piece of 1/8" bass wood
• Letter Holder Schematic
• Wood adhesive
• Proxxon MICRO Bandsaw MBS/E
• Proxxon Table Saw FET
• Proxxon Disc Sander TSG 250/E
• Proxxon Delta Sander OZI/E

Instructions for the Letter Holder

1. Measure and mark the pattern from the schematic onto the wood pieces.
   
2. Cut the side pieces on the band saw.
   
3. Cut the back piece on the table saw.
   
4. Cut the front slats and bottom on the table saw.
   
5. Sand the edges of the slats and bottom piece on the disc sander.
   
6. Sand all surfaces with the Delta sander.
   
7. Glue the pieces together. Glue the sides to the back, and let it thoroughly dry. Then, glue the front slats and bottom in place.
   
8. Paint and finish the letter holder with your choice of finishes. I used FolkArt Ultra Dye.
   
9. Attach a hanger of your choice to the back of the letter holder. Enjoy!!
   

Carole