I think, maybe, I might want to try and build a chair. I'm wondering if anyone can offer advice on a good type to start with. Would a Morris chair be a good candidate? Seems like one can certainly add or omit options, curves, tapers, complexity... to suit one's skill level. Anything else? Are there existing plans that would be a good place to start? Good books too? Finally (sorry for so many questions), are there essential tools I should consider for chair making. I have most basics (hand and power), but for example, do not have a spokeshave, spindle sander...
Oh, one more. A good type of wood for a first chair too - something forgiving enough and easier to work with. For example, I doubt Purple Heart is on this list!
Thanks in advance!