a multisheet structure is made using compression diffusion bonding according to the present invention using a cres template to apply increased pressure in the areas designated for diffusion bonds to improve the bond quality and to reduce the processing time . the cres template is patterned to correspond with the db arrangement in the superplastically formed part . the forming press forces the template against the pack of spf sheets to provide 300 - 1200 psi or more pressure along the bond lines to speed their formation .