After all the discussion and praise for my wife’s clock, I thought I’d post one of MY projects. Yep, I build something every now and then.

Anyone who is interested in Stickley furniture eventually gets around to building a Stickley end table. After looking at several of their designs, I decided to incorporate a curved leg. I like the look and several other people have commented that the curve softens the appearance.

It’s constructed of oak, in the Stickley tradition. And all joinery is mortise and tenon, with some decorate oak buttons to add interest. I’m one of the few A&C builders who thinks the use of quarter milled stock can be a bit over-used. So generally I use it for spindles and accents. I favor the flat-cut stock for the broader componants.

Stain is 2 applications of honey gel with about 5 coats of wax.

I’m presently planning on building a set of livingroom furniture, in the Stickley design using light Cherry with Walnut inlays. Gustov Stickey would roll over in his grave.

I’m new to LumberJocks. So I spent the past few days taking a look at some of the wonderful projects that have been shared. Guys and Girls, you’re a tough act to follow.

However, I just wanted to share a project which recently came out of my workshop. Most of my work involves Arts & Crafts furniture.

But this one’s kinda special for me. It’s the first time that my wife has wandered into the shop and asked me if I could teach her to “make something” from start to finish. Usually, she simply asks me if I could build something for our home or for a friend. That day, for some reason, she had reached the point at which she wanted to “get her hands dirty”, so to speak.

So here it is:

Sorry for the bad photo. Just click the photo for a full view. I’ll get better when I post more to the site.

At any rate, the clock is solid cherry, with many coats of hand-rubbed Danish oil. And, by the way it keeps good time. The clock componants were ordered from a local supplier. All metal-work is solid brass.

After getting over her initial fear, my wife sure gave my router table a good workout and many hours were spent hand sanding, rubbing . . . and worrying. Yep. I’m real proud of her. Hope you all enjoy.

I’ll post some of my own work soon.