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For those who read Popular Woodworking, this is my spin on the Greene & Greene style library table from the November '07 issue. I made some changes, such as altering the dimensions of the top (the original was HUGE), making the drawer wider, and replacing the wood drawer pull with a wrought iron one. To me, these changes seemed to update the table and make it a little more streamlined and modern looking.
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Very, very nice!!
The wood is absolutely beautiful. Kudos on the selection of the wood for grain and tone.
I like your proportions, and the wrought iron drawer pull is a classy and authentic touch.
The breadboard ends are stunning and really provide a nice contrast to the top to define the table.
Once again Micah. Well done.
Last edited by Mike Cutler; 12-25-2007 at 8:42 AM.
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That's a beautiful job, Micah. Dick B.
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What was type of wood and finish? Good job!Originally Posted by Micah Carter
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Very, very sharp Micah! I love the wood, the look, and the unique design. Well done!
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Sweet looking table... Great job Micah.
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Love that swirly grain.
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Wondewrful table! I like the pull as well... really goes with the wood well!
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Micah,
Wonderful job on the table. Please let us know what wood you used. I'm guessing Sapele or Mahogany. In any case, it looks great.
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Micah,
Wow...that's just sweet. You succeeded in your quest to update the design. Just plain well done all around.
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Absolutly georgous. That should be in the 2007 favorites. Another family heirloom to last for generations.
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It's african mahogany... I had to pick through about 1500 bd. ft. of some really gnarly stuff to come up with what I did. One of my boards in the top twisted between milling and glue-up, hence the one darker mismatched board in the top. The "ebony" plugs in the breadboard ends were cut from some qswo scrap and ebonized with a solution of vinegar, steel and rusty nails.
Finish is just one coat of sealer, sanded, then some 20-25 sheen nitrocellulose lacquer. About 4 coats on the drawer/legs, and 10 or so on the top.
Last edited by Micah Carter; 12-25-2007 at 8:25 PM. Reason: let's actually answer the question...
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Thanks everyone for the very kind comments. This is my second piece of furniture (if you want to call my first project, a stickley tabouret table, furniture), and I honestly did not expect the responses I received here. I've been lurking for a long time, and it's great to hear such kind comments from people who's opinions I respect so much. Your praise has definitely inspired me to move on to the next project as quickly as possible.
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Nice work Micah. Wondering how the breadboard end were attached. Are the plugs functional?
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