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1. 
   john_c2 | Aug 21, 2019 01:33am | #1

   I would just use a saw and chisel.

   Ever play with Lincoln Logs as a kid?

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   bilyo | Aug 26, 2019 10:50am | #2

   I'm assuming that your want the crossing arms to all be in the same plane (able to lie flat on a table with all arms touching). If so, this will not be an easy task. It will require care and accuracy. First, one of the pieces will need to be cut in half. Then, the other one (let it be the vertical piece) will need to be accurately drilled cross grain to receive a 1/2" to 3/4" dowel long enough to protrude 1" to 1 1/2" on each side. One end of each half you previously cut (horizontal pieces) will need to be drilled into the end grain to receive the 1/2" or 3/4" dowel and the hole must be dead center. Now, the end with the drilled hole must be shaped in a 1/2 circle to fit the vertical piece. Probably the best way to doe this is to start with a coping saw, jig saw, or band saw and then finish it up with a drum sander. Now glue it all together. Because of the end grain to long grain situation, epoxy will probably be best. If strength is not paramount, you may be able to eliminate the dowel.

   You could notch them with an overlapping joint (log cabin style) but, you will be left with gaps on each side where the circular profiles have been cut away for the notches. Applying a filler material after glue-up may be acceptable to you.
   Good luck