Yeppp. you got the idea...

The blocks are fillers that allow you to accurately
position the strips, during assemble. I also use the
template as a guide to create stop blocks for the
table saw operations.

The template is really just for assembly, but allows
you to "see" how things are going to work out.

Since you have so many "sticks", the
template also tends to keep things straight
and square during actual assembly

A story stick is also a good idea.


Mike Reed wrote:

Thanks Pat.

So what exactly how do you use the blocks on the layout sheet. I'm
assuming the blocks will occupy some of the voids in the final piece.
Is this for assembly purposes?