First, you'll need to gather your materials. For this project you will need two boards that are each 58 inches long and 8 inches wide, one board that is 24 inches long and 8 inches wide, one board that is 18 inches long and 6 inches wide, a 1x3 board that is 48 inches long, screws, a drill, a saw, and sandpaper. Next, use the saw to cut the boards as follows: the first two boards (58" x 8") will become the top and bottom of your desk; the next board (24" x 8") will become the front and back of your desk; the last board (18" x 6") will become two side pieces.