Difficulty Rating (one hammer is least difficult, four hammers is most difficult)
The original, in the permanent collection of the Atlanta History Center, was made in the Heardmont
section of Elbert County, Georgia, sometime during the late 18th or early 19th century. Like many
North Georgia pieces, this table is straightforward and sturdy. That makes for easy construction
while giving the piece a simple charm that complements many decorating styles.
The table measures 31 1/2 inches deep x 44 inches wide and stands 27 1/2 inches high. The plans also
show how the height can be increased to the standard table height of 30 inches. Like the original,
our piece was constructed entirely of pine using traditional mortise-and-tenon joints. The single
drawer uses dovetail construction for extra strength. The edges of the legs and stretchers are
chamfered.
In order to match the Spanish brown paint finish of the original table, we first stained the piece and then painted it with a reddish-brown latex paint. Before this dried completely, we sanded some
of the paint off in areas that would have received wear over the years. Paste completed the
finish.
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How To Order
Detailed plans and instructions for building the Tavern Table are available for $8.95. To order
send a self-addressed, stamped (with two first-class, letter-rate stamps), business-size envelope to
Washstand Project, Southern Living Projects, P.O. Box 11407, Lockbox 1014, Birmingham, AL 35246-1014. Please
enclose a check for $8.95 payable to Southern Living Projects. Allow four to six weeks for delivery.
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If you have any questions concerning project plans, please send us an e-mail.
