Thanks for the replies.

I never really considered Sobonite vs. Bensonite style, I just want the joinery done well, and it doesn't need to be too complicated as it's a quick project that will need to be cut in a day or so. So, ya, Benson.

But I do need to know if I can use 4x6's for the sill plates.

When I have the time, which I'm hopeful will be this summer, I will do another small frame with more of a Sobon/Scandinavian influence (I'm going to start working on it soon). Then I'll be back with more questions.

Jim - was that a stock drawing of yours, or did you manage to whip it up just for this? I'm impressed! It pales in comparison to my 2 min. doodle...
*K