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This is a project that started out as a stool, and then became a small table that is used to hold our phones while charging.

It all started when I bought a whole bunch of old cherry and wanted to try it out. I had always wanted to make a stool, and always wanted to make something with the joint that Maloof had made famous in his chairs. So this is what became of it.

I showed a bit of the construction in a two part blog post so I will not show that here. I did include a simple picture that shows how that leg joint goes together.

The project was finished with a coat of sanding sealer and then several coats of Danish oil. It was a blast to make and watch develop.

Steve

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Fantastic design. The joints you completed are a good exercise in patience and technique. The old cherry came along at just the right time. Great project.
 

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Great looking table, excellent joinery - very tight.
How did you like working the cherry?, smells great when you cut it, right?
 

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Nice !!! Wonder if there's any way to up the ante by making the leg/top joint a sliding dovetail? Dare ya. :)
 

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Beautiful, Steve!

That joint is perfect!
 

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Very nicely done Steve.
 

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That's a great one Steve. I gotta try this too, looks like fun…..
 

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Very classy. It looks like a worthwhile challenge as the final appearance is stunning.
Thanks for posting.
 

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Very nice result Steve and the leg joints makes it very special.
 

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Beautiful piece Steve, the Maloof joint is very satisfying to see come together the first time.
 

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I like the "change-on-the-fly" from stool to table Steve. A wonderful piece highlighted by a great joint. Continue to enjoy the cherry. Oh, regarding the cherry, I'd be remiss if I failed to say: "You suck!"
 

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Beautiful! Table Steve, Gotta love Cherry.
 

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Well done Steve!
 

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Steve, great looking stool/table. I too want to try the Sam Maloof joints one day. Thanks for posting, Steve
 

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I always enjoy your stuff. Your a pretty savvy woodworker. Well done man.
 

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I can't get the courage to try those types of joints but I sure enjoy looking at yours.
Thanks
 

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That turned out nice Steve .
That Sam Maloof leg joint worked in great with your overall design .
Now one for the shop .
 

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Great table. I love how you made the corner joints, too!!
 
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