To start, you'll need some hardwood. At least 1" thick, 3" x 3" for the fence, and 7/8" square and about 15" long for the lath (the "stick") and the wedge. I am using Cherry and Padauk here. Also note I have not cross cut the cherry to the final 3 inches yet. Leaving it long gives me a lot more room to clamp things down