The student who constructed this building started with 2 sheets of BC plywood (rough surface) and a stack of 2x4 and 2x6 lumber. The 2x4 lumber was rough plained on three sides to give the appearance of rough hewn boards, stained dark brown, and screwed to the plywood from the BACK to hide the screws (see picture 1 below). Following this, the 2x6 lumber was rough plained on one surface, stained dark brown and screwed to the plywood from the back to form the door. A stucco mix was then roughly applied to the surface using a 6 inch putty knife. (see picture 2 below). A hole was cut into the plywood to create a window and framing was screwed on from the rear. Stained glass was added to finish the effect. Six inch roof "beams" were screwed on from the rear of the building and "expensive" $9 a bale hay was used to lay on for a roof. The entire building is only 6 inches deep but makes an impressive facade.

Picture 1

The student is shown here hand plaining the false beam which form the roof. These are only 6 inched long and are screwed on from the back of the building. Besides appearance, they give the hay something to rest on so it will not fall off the roof.

Picture 2

This picture shows the stucco applied to the plywood with the 6 inch putty knife. It was applied in a rough, patched manner to create a primitive finish. It is notsuposed to be finished with a smooth surface.