Mahogany Sofa Table

I LOVE this one!

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It IS very nice. Thanks for sharing Todd.

-- We must guard our enthusiasm as we would our life - James Krenov

Thanks for the compliment Wayne C, but you’re just a dog, what do you know?

-- Todd A. Clippinger, Montana, http://americancraftsmanworkshop.com

Good furnature for one thing when I see it… lol

-- We must guard our enthusiasm as we would our life - James Krenov

Another beautiful piece Todd. The grain and craftmanship are just outstanding. I am in the middle of doing a piece with curved legs and could have used the “7 legs to get 4 good ones” comment earlier. Glad to see that though, so I know it’s not just me. LOL.

Always a pleasure to see your stuff and learn a little bit more about fine woodworking. Thanks for sharing.

-- Better to say nothing and be thought the fool... then to speak and erase all doubt!

It may seem like I write a lot of explanation in my text. But I like to make it easy for people to glean the information without writing a tech manual. I hope it helps others further their talent.

-- Todd A. Clippinger, Montana, http://americancraftsmanworkshop.com

Be careful the Dog lifts his leg around Fire Hydrants, maybe even tables.

Great table Todd. I can see wood bend when you release uneven balance wood. Were the unusable legs dramatically different?

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Great lesson Todd. Thanks. I think the Ash contrasts nicely with the mahogany.

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There was a substantial amount of movement. One leg actually twisted like someone was wringing water out of it. It was pretty amazing how much it moved. None of the legs moved until the second cut was made.

-- Todd A. Clippinger, Montana, http://americancraftsmanworkshop.com

Todd,

As Karson said the Dog lifts his leg around maybe even table legs… Maybe that dog got to your table legs?? and it wasn’t tension that caused them to twist!!!!!

-- Max "Desperado", Salt Lake City, UT

You have so great design skills. I’m always happy to see the next project. Keep them coming.

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As always, a fabulous piece, Todd. I also greatly appreciate the depth of commentary in your posts.

-- Jeff, St. Paul, MN

Todd, that is absolutely spectacular. I really appreciate the explinations you give. Please don’t stop teaching.

-- Making sawdust is what I do best

Beautiful grain! Do you spray the finish?

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and I really appreciate the info re: caring for the finished product.

(very lovely)

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