Keifer Posted February 25, 2018 Author Share Posted February 25, 2018 4 hours ago, havanaholly said: Ooo, pretty! Being me, I would have tried to use that lozenge shape on the chair back that's on the table top. One quick question, why does the sugar pine on the chair not seem to match its table top counterpart? Or is it just the angle the light hits it? Funny but I never thought about repeating the shape on the chairs, I may have to try that. The chair color doesn’t match because it’s a different wood. I ran out of the sugar pine although it matches more closely in person, the lighting was kinda funky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted February 25, 2018 Share Posted February 25, 2018 2 hours ago, Keifer said: On my next version I would have the front legs run all the way to the seat. I think it would flow better and I wouldn’t have the end grain showing underneath the seat. I can’t believe I didn’t notice that from the get go. I see your point ... a small thing, but significant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keifer Posted March 13, 2018 Author Share Posted March 13, 2018 On 2/25/2018, 6:16:33, havanaholly said: Ooo, pretty! Being me, I would have tried to use that lozenge shape on the chair back that's on the table top. One quick question, why does the sugar pine on the chair not seem to match its table top counterpart? Or is it just the angle the light hits it? I took your suggestion and gave it a try. I made a new chair incorporating the inlay shape from the table for the back. I also carried the front legs all the way to the bottom of the seat, looks better flows better. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted March 13, 2018 Share Posted March 13, 2018 YES!!! That is some kind of gorgeousness. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellBell Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 I really love these both are awesome. ?? What type of tools do you use to do these fine pieces ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keifer Posted March 14, 2018 Author Share Posted March 14, 2018 17 hours ago, havanaholly said: YES!!! That is some kind of gorgeousness. Thank you Holly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keifer Posted March 14, 2018 Author Share Posted March 14, 2018 14 hours ago, NellBell said: I really love these both are awesome. ?? What type of tools do you use to do these fine pieces ? 3 major tools were used to make my chairs. A miter saw, a benchtop belt/disc combo sander and a scroll saw. In the first chair the center design of the back was actually 3 separate pieces glued together. For the 2nd chair I cut the center piece with my scroll saw (didn’t have the scroll saw at the time of the first chair) Other than that I have some small files and a little block I wrap sandpaper around to do lots of sanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellBell Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 2 hours ago, Keifer said: 3 major tools were used to make my chairs. A miter saw, a benchtop belt/disc combo sander and a scroll saw. In the first chair the center design of the back was actually 3 separate pieces glued together. For the 2nd chair I cut the center piece with my scroll saw (didn’t have the scroll saw at the time of the first chair) Other than that I have some small files and a little block I wrap sandpaper around to do lots of sanding. Thanks so much . Still haven't decided on tools I want to buy . I am still doing everything with a box cutter and exact knife and it's getting a little old . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keifer Posted March 14, 2018 Author Share Posted March 14, 2018 52 minutes ago, NellBell said: Thanks so much . Still haven't decided on tools I want to buy . I am still doing everything with a box cutter and exact knife and it's getting a little old . I also use one of these Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellBell Posted March 14, 2018 Share Posted March 14, 2018 38 minutes ago, Keifer said: I also use one of these Actually I do have that saves my life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keifer Posted March 18, 2018 Author Share Posted March 18, 2018 I made a little side table to go with the chair from the “Alison collection” (named after my eldest) she is tall and lean much like me, so I thought this chair fit her likeness. The table, no way to mince words here...I hate it. I thought it would look different but when I finished it my first thought was....tv tray. My youngest is happy though, she asked if she could have it and I said yes. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestPaces Posted March 18, 2018 Share Posted March 18, 2018 On 2/25/2018, 11:29:10, Keifer said: On my next version I would have the front legs run all the way to the seat. I think it would flow better and I wouldn’t have the end grain showing underneath the seat. I can’t believe I didn’t notice that from the get go. Yes Keith, I noticed on another of your posts the legs went up to the seat and that seemed more 'real'. I LOVE your table and chairs, very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestPaces Posted March 18, 2018 Share Posted March 18, 2018 Oh I love the little table - very modern Scandinavian! The chair is super cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted March 18, 2018 Share Posted March 18, 2018 On that side table I think you could make the back bracing legs match the angle of the chair's back legs to make it look less like a TV tray. On the other hand, if I had a table & chair like that I would have that table in front of me with those legs tucked under the chair to work on whatever minis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellBell Posted March 18, 2018 Share Posted March 18, 2018 I like it but maybe it's time to get a little eclectic . Something modern but maybe round Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 18, 2018 Share Posted March 18, 2018 I think you are being to hard on yourself.. I like it.... and what's wrong with TV trays.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellBell Posted March 18, 2018 Share Posted March 18, 2018 could move to the bedroom as a nightstand and another one that mirrors it . I's still a nice piece Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keifer Posted June 8, 2018 Author Share Posted June 8, 2018 Well here is my latest furniture creation. I’ve discovered, well I think I kinda knew but I really like making chairs. Tables are ok and cabinets are boring but chairs speak to me. Chairs have personality! On a special note, the accent pillows are from our very own Brae (otterine). I was very excited when I got them today...just perfect! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted June 8, 2018 Share Posted June 8, 2018 Gorgeous, Keith! Do you use steam or boiling water to bend your wood? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellBell Posted June 8, 2018 Share Posted June 8, 2018 Love it great job with the whole scene . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestPaces Posted June 8, 2018 Share Posted June 8, 2018 57 minutes ago, Keifer said: Well here is my latest furniture creation. I’ve discovered, well I think I kinda knew but I really like making chairs. Tables are ok and cabinets are boring but chairs speak to me. Chairs have personality! On a special note, the accent pillows are from our very own Brae (otterine). I was very excited when I got them today...just perfect! I want to curl up in it with a book. I'm a chair freak too ;) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-life madness Posted June 9, 2018 Share Posted June 9, 2018 Very nice Keith....I like how you set the scene as well. It looks like a retro advertisement...the warm lighting and the backdrop really sell it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted June 9, 2018 Share Posted June 9, 2018 13 hours ago, havanaholly said: Gorgeous, Keith! Do you use steam or boiling water to bend your wood? Enquiring minds want to know. Whatever your method, the result is stunning. This chair does more than speak -- it sings! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted June 9, 2018 Share Posted June 9, 2018 And Brae's pillows just up the awesomeness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalesq Posted June 9, 2018 Share Posted June 9, 2018 Beautiful wood work! I’m a sucker for mixed woods too, and I love inlays. This new chair is beautiful. Brea's pillows are a great touch 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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