Initial Cutting

Here's me making the first cuts.  

If you look real close, you can see the initial trace line. 

Try to stay as close as you can with your jig saw.  I had never used a jig saw before, but didn't have any problem.

It's kind of like kindergarten coloring.  Try to stay as close to the line as you can.  They don't have to be perfect, but try to to deviate any if possible.

Here's a pic of what you should end up with after your four corners are cut off. 

Your cuts should be pretty nice looking, but don't worry if they're not.  Imperfections aren't important. 

Since we were making two tables at the same time, we used the first cut piece of wood to measure the other five pieces.  It acted as our template, and as you can see blow, it worked out just fine.

You don't need any working knowledge of power tools or wood work to make this project a success.  All you need to be able to do is follow directions. 

The process of cutting out the wood isn't difficult, but it can be a bit time consuming.  Make sure your jig saw blade is new (or at least still sharp). 

We used a 24 teeth per inch blade. 

Just take the process slow, and put some energy into your table.

Oh, and take some Tylenol before you go to bed, otherwise you'll wake up with a sore back.