Tony,
The box is very loosely based on the plans found here:
http://www.popularmechanics.com/home...16.html?page=1
I used the drawer sizes and six drawers as they were in the plan, I did my own frame and panel sides and back to suit the material I had on hand. No plywood inserts, maple drawer runners attached to the three stiles on each side.
Yes, you read the method correctly. I resawed the fronts, cut thru dovetails, and then glued the fronts back on.
Bob