Desktop Candy Dispenser

Using a miter saw, cut 1x6, 1x2, and 1x3 boards to length.

Use a Multi-Mark™ multi-purpose measuring tool to layout your desired design for the side pieces. Use a jigsaw, scroll saw or router to carefully cut out the outlined side pieces. Create a 3-3/8" diameter circular opening, centered between pieces.

Use a router, jigsaw, or scroll saw to cut a smooth, 3-1/4" diameter dispenser circle. Determine where you would like the pick-up notch to be located. Use a 1-3/8" diameter forstner drill bit to bore a slightly off-centered semi-circle along the perimeter of the circle. Attach a 3/8" x 1" brass rod or knob in the center of the circle.

Place 5-1/2" x 12" back board face-up on your work surface. Align side pieces to the outside edges of back board.

• Align 2-1/2" x 5-1/2" bottom board flush to the back side and edges of back board. Allow the bottom board to extend 1" beyond the front face of the side pieces.
• Apply wood glue to adjoining faces.

Align 1-1/2" x 5-1/2" lid on the top edge of the dispenser assembly. Attach using 3/4" x 1/2" brass hinges. (You may need to use a chisel to cut a 1/8" deep recess to accommodate the thickness of the hinges, depending on the style you use.)

Place dispenser circle in the circular opening between the side pieces.

• Place 1/16" thick acrylic sheet over the face of the dispenser assembly. Use a Multi-Mark™ measuring tool and permanent marker to trace the outline of the assembly. Use a jigsaw, scroll saw or router to carefully cut the acrylic sheet along the lines drawn.
• Drill a 1/2" diameter hole to allow the brass knob to protrude.

• Apply a food safe finish, like mineral oil or beeswax to all wood surfaces.
• Once fully dried, place the acrylic sheet over the front face of the assembly. Lightly clamp in place. Using a 1/16" drill bit, pre-drill 10 holes (5 along either edge) through the acrylic sheet and into the wood beneath. Use a small screwdriver to drive 1/2" long, #4 brass screws.

Fill the dispenser with your favorite small, hard shelled candy and enjoy!

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Apply wood glue to adjoining faces. Use Kreg 3" Wood Project clamps to hold pieces together tightly in place while drying or secure with 1-1/4" brad nails.

Use a Kreg 16" Auto-Adjust bar clamp to hold pieces in place while drying or secure using 1-1/4" brads.