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Side Table in Cherry and Maple

Project by tomfidgen posted 224 days ago 702 views 13 times favorited 26 comments Add to Favorites
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Reflecting the Shaker influence but displaying an original modern interpretation, this side table will complement any decor. Made from solid Cherry and Birds Eye Maple it features hand cut joinery that will last for generations. I chose a hand rubbed oil and varnish mixture for the finish, it brings out the wood grain without adding too much gloss. I use a safe, non-toxic finish from a small company out of New York. Tried & True Traditional Oil and Varnish finish is a combination of highly refined polymerized linseed oil and natural-resin varnish (modified pine sap). Its high resin content produces a durable water-resistant finish that buffs to a warm semi-gloss sheen. It strictly adheres to the standards established by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and qualifies as non-toxic and safe for food-contact surfaces in both their uncured and cured (wet and dry) states. The hardware I chose for the piece are delicate cast iron pulls that have a nice traditional look. The table top really jumps out with it’s wide panels and blond ribbon across the center. This piece I believe is one that would work well in a formal setting as well as perhaps as an entry table. The five drawers make for ample storage in a reletively small foot print.
The dimensions are : Depth: 22” Width: 39” Height: 30”

-- tom fidgen, www.workingwood.ca


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bfd

253 posts in 292 days


posted 224 days ago

tom,

Stunning piece! Love the modern interpretation of a familiar form and the scale of the whole piece. Gotta love those hand cut half blind dovetails. Going to add this to my favorites.

-- Brian, Folsom, CA http://www.brianfullerdesigns.com

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Karson

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posted 224 days ago

Tom a great design and interpretation on your part. A stunning piece of furniture.

-- Karson Southern Delaware karson_morrison@bigfoot.com

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trifern

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posted 224 days ago

Unbelievable! Your craftsmanship and attention to detail are outstanding.

-- Depend on the rabbit's foot if you will, but remember it didn't work for the rabbit.

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skozub

58 posts in 244 days


posted 224 days ago

Beautiful piece. I’ve been looking at a similar piece that has turned legs…I wanted to do the tapered legs though just like this…great piece. Thanks for sharing

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woodup

122 posts in 428 days


posted 224 days ago

Very inspirational work. The wood tones and hardware go great together. And the hand joinery…. definitely give me something to aspire towards. Great project.

-- Michael, Fort Worth, TX. "I wood if I could!"

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grovemadman

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posted 224 days ago

Nice job! It really looks good with that sunlight on it.

-- --Chuck

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jm82435

213 posts in 227 days


posted 224 days ago

very nice. I love it.

-- A thing of beauty is a joy forever... - Keats

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Ad Marketing Guy - Bill

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posted 224 days ago

Beautiful work- really captured a true shaker piece. The drawer construction is excellent!

-- Bill - - Ad-Marketing Guy, Ramsey NJ

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Mathew Nedeljko

34 posts in 314 days


posted 224 days ago

Beautiful! Love the wood selection and the hand cut joinery. Definitely a favorite and on my list of must build pieces. Did you build it from any plans?

-- When your work speaks for itself, don't interrupt! Henry J. Kaiser

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Scott Bryan

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posted 224 days ago

This table is beautiful. Cherry and maple are a favorite combination of mine.

Thanks for the post.

-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking. Woodworking is not just a hobby, it is an (expletive deleted) expensive hobby.

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wildbill903

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posted 224 days ago

Tom; this piece is spectacular. Quite eye-catching, very intriguing. I love the overhang on the top and the drawer proportions. Good show!

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cajunpen

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posted 223 days ago

You are quite a craftsman. I think that I have become a fan of your work. You obviously take a lot of pride in the pieces that you produc. Good addition to LumberJocks.

-- Bill - "Suit yourself and let the rest be pleased." http://www.cajunpen.com/

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Marco Cecala

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posted 223 days ago

All I can say is CLEAN. Great lines and perfect execution, congratulations.

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Critterman

481 posts in 295 days


posted 223 days ago

Tom, what a great piece. Well designed and everything done with perfection. Love the look of the maple with the cherry. I’ve heard of the T&T finish and saw a video, from one the the many sites I go to…FWW maybe…on one of the big guys who uses it exclusively. Does provide a very nice finish. Can you post a picture of just the top? Can’t see what it really looks like here and I’d love to see it. Great piece of work.

-- Jim Hallada, Chesterfield, VA

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GMoney

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posted 223 days ago

yes, clean is the right word. definitely a peaceful shaker quality about it. also reminds me of garrett hack’s work. very nice job.

-- Greg, CT

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Lakey

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posted 223 days ago

This is the cover project on Taunton Press’s “Great Designs from Fine Woodworking” – nice job!

-- "No Board Left Behind"

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CharlieM1958

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posted 223 days ago

Interesting design and great craftsmanship, Tom.

-- Charlie M. "Woodworking - patience = firewood"

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rikkor

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posted 223 days ago

Simply wonderful. I like the massive dovetails.

-- Maplewood, MN

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Dorje

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posted 222 days ago

Superb! I also use the Tried and Tru product – really like the stuff. It’s so thick, that I typically heat it up a bit to apply it.

I wish that third photo was a bit more crisp!

Where did you get the knobs from?

-- Dorje (pronounced "door-jay"), Seattle, WA

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gerrym526

70 posts in 293 days


posted 221 days ago

Beautifully done piece. Especially enjoyed seeing hand cut dovetails-always a nice touch.
Cherry and maple are a great combination of woods.
Who manufactures the cast iron knobs? I’m always on the lookout for unique hardware, which I believe really adds to the “class” of the piece.

-- Gerry

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Damian Penney

679 posts in 476 days


posted 220 days ago

Lovely piece, right up my alley.

-- I am always doing that which I can not do, in order that I may learn how to do it. - Pablo Picasso

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coolbreeze

105 posts in 220 days


posted 218 days ago

That’s one of those drawers that cramp your knees after you went to get a pair of socks and end up getting lost in the detail. Wow. I’d be late to work if that was in my bedroom.

-- Jason, AL

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Gary

325 posts in 809 days


posted 195 days ago

That is the quintessential side table. Your work is very effective.
I hope you’re building a strong following of clients.
Gary

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DAN

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posted 195 days ago

looks even better the 2nd time. you must of added some detail photos. drawers are cool

-- ..... art for lifes sake

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Dominic Vanacora

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posted 179 days ago

There are many things I could say about this lovely piece. The finely tapered legs give it a light appearance and the selection of woods compliment each other. The dovetails are a used only by great craftmen and your are done well. But we know you are a great at what you do. Thanks for sharing your work and taking the time to post your project.

-- Dominic, Trinity, Florida...Lets be safe out there.

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ToddE

56 posts in 419 days


posted 177 days ago

Nice job, I like the bird’s eye choice on the drawer fronts. I also like how you reverse bevelled the top so as to maintain the strength of the structure, yet providing an illusion of a thin, delicate top. Goes well with the undersized pulls. One question, why the usage of the heavy grained wood of the drawers frames with such a blond coloring of the maple fronts? Again, nice job.

-- Todd

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