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One of these convenient little tables can be easily made from 3 broomsticks and the top of a flour barrel or butter tub. Cross the broomsticks in the middle, and nail them securely in place. Cut the ends off so that they will stand flat on the floor. Nail the cover of a butter tub on the top of the tripod. A square top or one in the shape of a trefoil, can be used in place of a round one. In cutting off the ends of the broomsticks, you must see that you shorten them about equally above and below the crossing, leaving your stand rather below the ordinary table height. In the model plush is used for covering the top and legs of the table, and crocheted lace is used for a draping. But the covering and drapery can be varied to suit the taste of the maker. The legs can be ebonized as directed on page 83, in the chapter on wood carving; if liked a little gilding can be put on in rings.