This versatile drop leaf table can be used in many areas of the home. In its narrow configuration, it functions as a sideboard; when expanded, it provides a generous serving area for large family meals. Students may build the table using common woodworking tools or incorporate hardware that allows the legs to be easily removed. The project combines solid wood and veneer, and the veneered top will be decorated with leaf shapes created using a shop made tool. This tool simplifies the process and reduces the time and patience often associated with traditional marquetry.