By simply using a table saw to rip 1/4" grooves into the side panels for the drawer, I am able to assemble the drawer together snugly. I notched the edge of the side panels to create a male piece and then grooved out the front and back of the drawer to create the receiving female part as shown above.
By also ripping an 1/4" groove 1/2" from the bottom of all sides of the drawer assembly I can now easily slide in a panel for the drawer bottom.
Wood glue in the grooves, assemble and clamp to let the glue set overnight.
I picked up some heavy duty drawer brackets from your local-national bulk hardware store and I now have a finished nightstand.
