I want to build a picnic table. I'm a 62 year old woman with no experi
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Here are a bunch of free plans for you! Choose whatever think you want to try first. It is not hard, you can do this!
https://www.thebalance.com/picnic-table-plans-1357133
https://morningchores.com/picnic-table-plans/
https://www.mycarpentry.com/free-picnic-table-plans.html
Well, Andrea, I believe you can do anything you want to try, so check with your local big box store for a "how to" magazine or book and go to it! The store can also cut the lumber to size for you. Most don't charge much and it is a real time saver, expecially if you don't have power tools! Good luck and send a pic when you're done.
Go for it...and come back here with photos!
Have a look at Ana Whites website. She has a few different plans for tables.
Here’s a link to get you started —-again if this style does not suit you —look at her other plans for alternative styles.
http://www.ana-white.com/2010/04/furniture-plans-full-size-picnic-table.html
http://www.ana-white.com/2011/06/ashleys-x-bench-x-picnic-table
Here's a really great and clear tutorial for you-http://diydiva.net/2009/07/weekend-diy-picnic-table-project/