Begin by cutting your 4' board down to 40" long.

Begin by placing the smaller board in the exact center of the larger board and use a pencil to mark the placement. Then turn the board over and apply a very thin layer of glue over the surface of the backside.

Next, clamp the two boards together until the glue is dry. Place a protective layer between the top board and the clamp to prevent bruising of the delicate pine wood.

Determine the location of the feet. Then drill a 3/16" hole, using a cordless drill, approx. 1" deep, allowing the hole to go through the 1" board and slightly into the 1/4" board.

Cut the dowel rod into 4 - 1 1/2 inch pieces.

Add a drop of wood glue to both ends of the dowel rod and insert the ball knob and the drilled hole in the bottom of the riser.

In order to allow the glue to dry, I placed the riser on a level surface and put heavy books on top. This will ensure that the ball knobs don't shift and become uneven.

To make the edges less sharp, use a mouse sander to round all the edges, including the top board edges. Distress more, if desired, with a hammer, screws, and nails to dent the wood.

Next, stain the entire piece. I used Antique Walnut Gel Stain, which can be applied with a clean cloth.

Next, I chose a dry brush technique using Old White Chalk Paint to create an aged look.

Seal with Clear Wax.