finally, a trimmer (like a small router; a brilliant piece of kit, a must for every tool kit, in fact i’d say get one instead of router as it’s much lighter and easier to use) is run along all the edges of the slats to cut a smooth pencil round. it's been fun working with them! that means more love, more gifts, and more people to help with the child rearing. welcome and i hope you enjoy the ride! add vegetable stock to cover and boil until tender. thanks for making our holidays merry by participating in name it and win it: unwrap your imagination. 