Put a
good amount of glue on the mortise and tenon after checking the
dry-fit.
Assemble the parts with the best side of the skirt out.
Clamp
the entire leg/skirt assembly with bar-clamps and let it dry for
at least 24 hours. Be sure to check that the parts are in square
with each other before the glue has a chance to set. All of the
parts should have a clean, tight fit as shown.