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Step-by-step process for making a wood bench and sushi from scratch.

Published: August 16, 2012

Bench-making workshop at ReBuilding Exchange

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1. Start with reclaimed lumber you’ve hand-picked from the warehouse supply. Choose between a new or rustic look.
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2. Cut the boards to length. Yep, you’ll be comfy with the saw in no time.
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3. Assemble the bench in a shockingly short amount of time. Less than three hours!
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4. Sand the bench to your liking. You might even opt to grab a can of natural finish from eco-friendly paint store Colori (2243 W North Ave, 773-252-4923) on your way home to make it nice and smooth.
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1. Start with reclaimed lumber you’ve hand-picked from the warehouse supply. Choose between a new or rustic look.

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Sushi workshop at the Chopping Block

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1. After placing a sheet of nori on the bamboo mat, wet your hands so the rice doesn’t stick.
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2. You’ll get to try everything from shrimp tempure and spicy tuna maki to salmon and eel nigiri for the fillings.
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3. Carefuly roll the maki.
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4. It’s all about presentation, so cut the maki evenly. Then the best part: Dinner is served.
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