Umbrella Stand Hampton

Build the two main slatted sides as shown, using a pocket hole jig — it's strongly recommended here. If you use a single pocket hole per joint instead, make sure it's glued as well so the joint doesn't twist over time.

Drill 3/4" pocket holes along the edges so the remaining sides can be attached in the next steps with all screws hidden on the inside. Also consider drilling pocket holes facing upward now for attaching the top later.

Build the remaining two sides the same way, again considering upward-facing pocket holes for the top.

Attach all four sides together to form the box.

Build the top frame. To let an umbrella pass through into the box, notch a half circle out of each of the two center 1x2 boards — cut both from the same template so the two notches line up into one clean circle once the boards are in place.

Sand every surface and edge smooth, then finish.