How-To: Build a Holiday Reindeer and Sleigh For $15

How-To: Build a Holiday Reindeer and Sleigh For $15

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Many of the suggested holiday wood projects we see on project sites take on a Julia Childs approach to design - you know, using materials you don't have, tools you can't afford, and plans you couldn't draw up even if you were a rocket scientist. So to combat this effect we put together a reindeer and accompanying sleigh that you can assemble with few simple tools and under $15 worth of lumber - in under a day.

Note: As this is a Craftsman-sponsored project, you'll notice a number of Craftsman tools in the photos. But here's a secret: we already owned 'em all. You can, of course, attack this project with tools of your choice.

The complete list of materials consists of two 1x12x6' pieces of pine, a few nails, and two optional cans of paint.

5 in. Vibrafree Random Orbit Sander Craftsman
Nextec 12V Hammerhead Auto-Hammer Craftsman
Drill, Multi-Saw and Worklight Combo Craftsman

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Step 1Sketch Out A Few Reindeer Parts

First you'll need to sketch out a few reindeer parts. This isn't an exact science here and is a great place to have some fun designing your deer. It basically will consist of six parts: the front and back leg pieces, a body, a neck, a head, and a set of antlers. Remember: your drawings don't need to be perfect. And don't worry about messing up. Just roughly sketch parts similar to what you see here in pencil. When you're happy with your pieces go ahead and trace over them with a sharpie.

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