Question on drawer front layout

I like number 1. The design looks like a couple of woodworking clamps. I like the symmetry in number 1. Although number 3 would be nice too.

-- Wayne - Plymouth MN

Wayne,
If the drawer were in my shop I would go with # 1 as well, however SWMBO sees things in a different light so I’m leaning towards #3.
thanks
kevin

-- Kevin, Leeds, MA

#3 but #1 looks pretty good. Def. not #2.

When I’ve used spalted maple, I’ve also treated it with a wood hardener so it is less likely to scratch and dent. It does impart a bit of yellowing to the color but not much. In return, this sometimes very soft and in places easily damaged but beautiful wood is a lot tougher. Any one else use wood hardener on spalted wood?

Anyway, those are some beautiful pieces you have there.

imin…,
The wood is as hard as a rock! I assumed it would need treating but after removing the punk stuff t planed really well.
Kevin

-- Kevin, Leeds, MA

I agree with the pattern as presented in #3. FWIW

-- Art

I love #3. Wish it were in my shop!

-- " I'll try to be nicer, if you'll try to be smarter" gfadvm

Kevin,

#3 would be my first choice. Awesome!

-- John @ http://www.thehuffordfurnituregroup.com

I would go with #3 as well. Thanks for posting.

#3!!!

I guess the voters have given me a mandate, so # 3 it is.
Thanks for responding
Kevin

-- Kevin, Leeds, MA

You do realize that you need to show the finished product don’t you? :D

-- Art

Art,
Started a blog on it.
kevin

-- Kevin, Leeds, MA

Thanks, I will look for it.

-- Art