Place the assembly flat on its back. Glue top shelf in place between the two vertical handle supports and pressed against the rear panel, making sure the two rear tabs engage the slots in the rear panel. Apply glue ONLY to the rear edge of the top shelf at this time.

After first trial-fitting the box front panel into position onto the box bottom, vertical handle supports and the top shelf. Take your time to align all surfaces so that all points contact each other squarely. Remove the front panel and apply glue to the edges of all contact points, then reposition the front panel back into place. Make sure that the panel remains firmly in place while drying.

Turn the assembly upside down on the workbench. You should be able to look inside to see where the top shelf meets the inner sides of the vertical handle supports. Apply a bead of Elmer’s glue to each of these joints. Don’t be too stingy with applying the glue, remember that Elmer’s dries clear, and I want a firm build throughout.

Tomorrow I will start with the next step – which shall be the drawer supports. Good night for now.