Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

Hmm. Looks to me like you have a perfectly serviceable place to set your cups and such. ;-)

 

Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

Hmm. Looks to me like you have a perfectly serviceable place to set your cups and such. ;-)

- Dave Polaschek

We must be getting old, Dave. It is becoming harder and harder to reach those cups! LOL!

 

Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

I'll be looking for your next post, the design of the table. Have a specific style in mind?

 

Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

I'll be looking for your next post, the design of the table. Have a specific style in mind?

- Oldtool

Thanks, Tom. As to the style … I want something to compliment the two Hepplewhite stands I already have in the bedroom. So, most likely something Hepplewhite-ish. I want two tiers with a drawer or two so I'm thinking not much room to taper the legs. I like the way the legs, on your Three Drawer Hall Credenza, terminate … I just might have to steal that design (less the beading). I really enjoyed that eight panel door on Fr. Chad's Prie Dieu, as well … I may do something akin to that (less the bevels) for the top of this table … we'll see. Thanks for asking.

 

Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

We must be getting old, Dave. It is becoming harder and harder to reach those cups! LOL!

"Maw, fetch my reachin' stick!"

Maybe you'd better build a table. ;-)

 

Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

"Maw, fetch my reachin stick!"

Maybe you'd better build a table. ;-)

- Dave Polaschek

LOL! My dad actually uses a reachin' stick!

 

Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

That's the perfect table. It blends in with the rug. Just remove the legs from the chairs.

 

Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

I'll be following, Ron! I am thinking my next project will be an end table or two for the couch…

 

Realization

Realization -

It was brought to my attention this morning that we need a side table.

A few months ago I picked up some really nice cherry and ash from Suwanee Lumber. I'm sure the stock has had enough time to get used to my shop. So, perhaps it's time to start working on a two-tier side table.

It might take me a few days to determine what this table should look like … so, stay tuned to see what I come up with.

Thanks for looking, more to come!

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

That s the perfect table. It blends in with the rug. Just remove the legs from the chairs.

- doubleDD

Thanks, Dave. My bride will NOT allow that to happen!

I ll be following, Ron! I am thinking my next project will be an end table or two for the couch…

- Dan Wolfgang

Thanks, Dan. Good luck with your end table!

 

Playing Around in Paint

Playing Around in Paint -

After a few hours playing around in Paint, This is what I have so far.

Nothing too fancy. I'm thinking maybe 20" W x 20" D x 22" H (or a bit higher) , with a 6" high drawer. I'll use cherry and ash as shown. I'm torn between cherry bread boards on the lower tier or an ash border akin to the top … will just have to wait and see. I may also taper the legs a bit to the inside. Well … time to start roughing out some lumber.

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

 

Playing Around in Paint

Playing Around in Paint -

After a few hours playing around in Paint, This is what I have so far.

Nothing too fancy. I'm thinking maybe 20" W x 20" D x 22" H (or a bit higher) , with a 6" high drawer. I'll use cherry and ash as shown. I'm torn between cherry bread boards on the lower tier or an ash border akin to the top … will just have to wait and see. I may also taper the legs a bit to the inside. Well … time to start roughing out some lumber.

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

Thinking about it, I think the breadboard ends would be a good way to handle the wood movement of the shelf, especially since the top as constructed won't necessarily move the same amount.
Good thinking.

 

Selecting Stock

Selecting Stock -

With a bright sunny day, I dug through my lumber stores …

… and after bit of … yes, no, maybe … was able select a nice piece of cherry and ash.

Combined with a piece of 8/4 ash for legs …

… I think I've got more than enough stock to start roughing out parts for my side table.

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

 

Selecting Stock

Selecting Stock -

With a bright sunny day, I dug through my lumber stores …

… and after bit of … yes, no, maybe … was able select a nice piece of cherry and ash.

Combined with a piece of 8/4 ash for legs …

… I think I've got more than enough stock to start roughing out parts for my side table.

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

I can't tell you how many times it took me longer to choose the right wood for the project than it took to build it.
I think you have the hardest part done.

 

Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth

Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth -

I have all the ash for the frame roughed out and partially jointed. I'll tackle the shelf and top when the time comes. Before I cut mortise and tenon joints and assemble the frame ...

… I going to try my hand at a bit of carving! Seventeenth-Century New England carving to be more specific. I've been studying Peter Follansbee's work for quite some time, and thought I'd dress-up this Hepplewhite-ish two-tier table just a bit.

I'll enhanced the bottom edge of the aprons with a zig-zag decoration, chopping with a chisel …

… and I'm hoping for carved lunettes akin to one by William Savell Sr (1590s-1669) on a joined chest at the Smithsonian Institute, Washington , DC, at the sides of the second tier. This photo is from Peter Follansbee's blog, 1/18/18, Lots of oak furniture in New York this week.

I can only pray that my rough chalk lay-out ends up looking as good … LOL!

Well … you know where I'll be for a few weeks! Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

 

Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth

Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth -

I have all the ash for the frame roughed out and partially jointed. I'll tackle the shelf and top when the time comes. Before I cut mortise and tenon joints and assemble the frame ...

… I going to try my hand at a bit of carving! Seventeenth-Century New England carving to be more specific. I've been studying Peter Follansbee's work for quite some time, and thought I'd dress-up this Hepplewhite-ish two-tier table just a bit.

I'll enhanced the bottom edge of the aprons with a zig-zag decoration, chopping with a chisel …

… and I'm hoping for carved lunettes akin to one by William Savell Sr (1590s-1669) on a joined chest at the Smithsonian Institute, Washington , DC, at the sides of the second tier. This photo is from Peter Follansbee's blog, 1/18/18, Lots of oak furniture in New York this week.

I can only pray that my rough chalk lay-out ends up looking as good … LOL!

Well … you know where I'll be for a few weeks! Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

New ventures into woodworking - carving. Trying new methods of work, attempting new skills - that's what I like about woodworking, always something new to learn. I'm sure you'll enjoy the experience, what's not to like.
The way I look at new attempts with skills, the irregularities and slight imperfections are there to prove it's handmade.

 

I Can't Carve

I Can't Carve -

Well … not yet anyway! I need a proper carving mallet … can't very well use one of these guys …

Hmmm … I bet there's a mallet inside this tulip poplar branch …

After cutting a billet, removing the bark, and attacking one end with a hatchet … it was off the the old spring pole lathe.

After about an hour or two … presto! This should work just fine.

It feels great in my hand and has a good bit of heft. So now it's time to get this party started!

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

 

I Can't Carve

I Can't Carve -

Well … not yet anyway! I need a proper carving mallet … can't very well use one of these guys …

Hmmm … I bet there's a mallet inside this tulip poplar branch …

After cutting a billet, removing the bark, and attacking one end with a hatchet … it was off the the old spring pole lathe.

After about an hour or two … presto! This should work just fine.

It feels great in my hand and has a good bit of heft. So now it's time to get this party started!

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

Wow, that looks like it will work!!

 

Zig-Zags

Zig-Zags -

I mentioned earlier that I was going to have a chopped zig-zag decoration at the bottom of the aprons. This decoration is seen quite often on 17th-century furniture. It is also know as a sawtooth or serration decoration.

To create the pattern, I cut a 1/8" x 1" rebate in the face of the stock, by first creating a shoulder with my kerfing plane …

… chopping out waste with a chisel …

... and then using a rebate plane to smooth things out …

I then laid out the zig-zags with a miter square and marking knife, then used a chisel to chop along those lines.

I then pared down about 1/16" in between the incised marks, just using hand pressure.

Voilà … the 17th-century zig-zag decoration. I just love how the light plays off of the different levels.

I guess the four aprons are identical enough … LOL!

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette

 

Zig-Zags

Zig-Zags -

I mentioned earlier that I was going to have a chopped zig-zag decoration at the bottom of the aprons. This decoration is seen quite often on 17th-century furniture. It is also know as a sawtooth or serration decoration.

To create the pattern, I cut a 1/8" x 1" rebate in the face of the stock, by first creating a shoulder with my kerfing plane …

… chopping out waste with a chisel …

... and then using a rebate plane to smooth things out …

I then laid out the zig-zags with a miter square and marking knife, then used a chisel to chop along those lines.

I then pared down about 1/16" in between the incised marks, just using hand pressure.

Voilà … the 17th-century zig-zag decoration. I just love how the light plays off of the different levels.

I guess the four aprons are identical enough … LOL!

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette

Looking pretty good, and a noiseless adventure into hand tool use. Great work.

 

My Very First Lunette

My Very First Lunette -

Having completed the zig-zag decoration on the aprons, I took my first steps toward some real carving. To avoid undue marring of my bench, I decided to nail the work-piece to a 1×6 … which I secured to the bench via bar clamps. As mentioned earlier, I'll be carving lunettes in the sides of the second tier. In architecture, a lunette is a half-moon shaped space. After laying out the lunettes with compass and awl …

… I took a deep breath and made the first cut with a V-tool.

Once my heart rate recovered and I began breathing again … LOL … I continued with the rest of the cuts.

After an hour or so … learning how to breath and chop at the same time … which is harder than one might think
… I ended up with this!

I experienced a few blow-outs in spots, but I'm pleased with my very first attempt. I've decided that this panel will be the back of the table … surely I'll get better at this … LOL!

I have a lot more carving to go, but all-in-all I'm pleased with the results thus far.

Working out this pattern in MSPaint …

... took a lot less time than carving it in ash … LOL!

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

 

My Very First Lunette

My Very First Lunette -

Having completed the zig-zag decoration on the aprons, I took my first steps toward some real carving. To avoid undue marring of my bench, I decided to nail the work-piece to a 1×6 … which I secured to the bench via bar clamps. As mentioned earlier, I'll be carving lunettes in the sides of the second tier. In architecture, a lunette is a half-moon shaped space. After laying out the lunettes with compass and awl …

… I took a deep breath and made the first cut with a V-tool.

Once my heart rate recovered and I began breathing again … LOL … I continued with the rest of the cuts.

After an hour or so … learning how to breath and chop at the same time … which is harder than one might think
… I ended up with this!

I experienced a few blow-outs in spots, but I'm pleased with my very first attempt. I've decided that this panel will be the back of the table … surely I'll get better at this … LOL!

I have a lot more carving to go, but all-in-all I'm pleased with the results thus far.

Working out this pattern in MSPaint …

... took a lot less time than carving it in ash … LOL!

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

Looking pretty good. Experimenting with carving and learning a new skill, seems like more fun than any one person is allowed to have.

 

Some Assembly Required

Some Assembly Required -

With all of the zig-zag decorated aprons and three of the carved sides complete, I though it time to cut mortises and dry fit the table frame together. I must say it was quite fun channeling my inner Peter Follansbee, but it's time to put away the carving tools and get out the joinery tools …

… but first … I took the time to make two interlocking trays to hold my newly acquired gouges. All I have used so far is No. 7 straight gouges - 20mm & 10mm; No. 5 straight gouges - 20mm & 14mm; No. 9 straight gouge - 18 mm, No. 41 V-gouge - 10 mm; Phillips head screw driver, nail-set, and a 3/4" flat chisel. The interlocking trays just house the Hirsch gouges.

And of course, there is a top … I couldn't resist!

With the carving tools out of harms way for a bit, I started cutting mortises with a 3/8" mortise chisel and mallet.

I just need to do this three and a half more times … LOL! Next up will be the top and second tier … back in a few.

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

 

Some Assembly Required

Some Assembly Required -

With all of the zig-zag decorated aprons and three of the carved sides complete, I though it time to cut mortises and dry fit the table frame together. I must say it was quite fun channeling my inner Peter Follansbee, but it's time to put away the carving tools and get out the joinery tools …

… but first … I took the time to make two interlocking trays to hold my newly acquired gouges. All I have used so far is No. 7 straight gouges - 20mm & 10mm; No. 5 straight gouges - 20mm & 14mm; No. 9 straight gouge - 18 mm, No. 41 V-gouge - 10 mm; Phillips head screw driver, nail-set, and a 3/4" flat chisel. The interlocking trays just house the Hirsch gouges.

And of course, there is a top … I couldn't resist!

With the carving tools out of harms way for a bit, I started cutting mortises with a 3/8" mortise chisel and mallet.

I just need to do this three and a half more times … LOL! Next up will be the top and second tier … back in a few.

Thanks for looking, more to come. As always, all comments and/or questions welcomed.

Follow my progress with the links below.
Two-Tier Side Table #1 - Realization
Two-Tier Side Table #2 - Playing Around in Paint
Two-Tier Side Table #3 - Selecting Stock
Two-Tier Side Table #4 - Hepplewhite Visits Plymouth
Two-Tier Side Table #5 - I Can't Carve
Two-Tier Side Table #6 - Zig-Zags
Two-Tier Side Table #7 - My Very First Lunette
Two-Tier Side Table #8 - Some Assembly Required

Nice box for storing your carving tools, and your table is starting to have a certain table-like character to it. ;-)

Well done!