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A small cedar stable for a Nativity, cut from a single fence picket with beveled roof and sides. Hot glue holds it together — a quick holiday build.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bottom | 1 | 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 15" | Cedar picket | ☐ |
| Sides Longest point; top end beveled 25° off square. | 2 | 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 8 1/2" | Cedar picket | ☐ |
| Roof Longest point; top end beveled 25° off square. | 2 | 1/2" × 5 1/2" × 10" | Cedar picket | ☐ |
| Back Cut to fit the stable's shape. | 1 | 1/4" × 15" × 15" | 1/4" plywood | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar fence picket, 5-1/2" x 1/2" x 72" (Cedar) | 1 each | ☐ |
| Plywood, 1/4", scrap Back — or plank with more picket. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Hot glue sticks Or nail/staple instead. | 4 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Miter Saw. Materials: Cedar fence picket, 5-1/2" x 1/2" x 72", Hot glue sticks
Attach the two sides to the bottom, orienting the top angles so the bevel's long point is on the inside. This sets up the roof to sit correctly.
Tools: Miter Saw. Materials: Cedar fence picket, 5-1/2" x 1/2" x 72", Hot glue sticks
Mark the roof pieces 1" in from the square-cut end to lay out the roof overhangs. Hot glue the two roof panels together at the peak, then attach the assembled roof to the sides.
Tools: Jigsaw. Materials: Plywood, 1/4", scrap, Hot glue sticks
For the back, trace the stable's shape onto a piece of 1/4" plywood (or other backer) and cut it out, or plank the back with more cedar fence picket for a consistent look. Attach it and add your Nativity figures.