  We call this the "Weekend Arbor" for two reasons. First, with a few simple hand tools and some lumber and supplies from your local home center, you can build this beautiful arbor in one weekend (maybe even a long day). And second, once you've built the arbor, you're sure to spend many pleasant weekend hours enjoying it!
And the reasons you'll enjoy it go beyond ease of construction. You can build this arbor to fit your garden and your dreams.
The basic arbor in the photo, left, is a beautiful archway along a garden path. If you add a bench, the arbor becomes a destination in your garden. Or add a gate and fence and the arbor helps define your garden. Click on the small photos for a larger view.
CONSTRUCTION: The Weekend Arbor is 86-1/4" high x 64-1/2" wide x 31" deep. We built it out of standard, dimensional western red cedar lumber, so there's no ripping involved. The suggested tools include only a circular saw, a jigsaw, and a router. Plus, the plan shows you how to anchor the arbor to concrete pads. This woodworking project plan appeared in Workbench magazine No. 258.
Skill Level = 3 (moderate)
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 WHAT
YOU GET
14 pages of step-by-step instructions including:
 Color photos and exploded views
Plans for bench, gate, and fence
Cutting diagram and materials list
Shop tips and techniques
All for only $9.95
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