picture of bed

[Ken Werner]

Just thought I'd show a picture of a bed I made. Messy shop in background.

In looking for shapes and lines, I copied the handle of an English cabinetmaker's screwdriver for the finials, and the curve of the legs is taken from the gentle curve of a Disston saw. ; ) Really, I'm not kidding. I do not have a gift for designing curves, and take 'em from where I can.

[scott spencer]

Looking good Ken...is it cherry?

[Jim Becker]

Beautiful job, Ken. A classic!

[Kent Cori]

Great job and kudos for your innovative use of your Disston saw. Maybe they should add your use to their brochure! ;)

[Ken Fitzgerald]

Fantastic work Ken! .......The curves..........take'm where you find 'em!

[Carl Eyman]

Great piece. What's the finish?

[Ken Werner]

Thanks for your kind words.

The primary wood is cherry. The finish is shellac 2 or 3 coats [I think 2# cut] followed by paste wax.

The slats are red oak.

Ken

[Terry Fogarty]

Howdy Ken:) Thats magnificent. And i just love how you used the screw driver and Disston for the leg shape. Very clever:D

[tod evans]

nice work ken!

[Jack Ferrell]

Looks good and similar to the bed I slept in as a kid. Nice job.

[Brett Baldwin]

Nice bed. It has an old time look to it. I don't know what era but the overall design looks like something from the 1900s.

[Ken Werner]

The headboard is a portion of an ellipse. It was a bit tricky figuring out how to draw one accurately to make a template.

I think I know what you mean about it looking old. I like making pieces that don't look contemporary, but don't fit a specific time and place either.

Many thanks to all for your support. When my woodturner son, Ben gets back with his digital camera [in a few days], I'll post some other stuff.

Tod, I've looked at your work, your compliment means alot to me.

Ken

[tod evans]

Tod, I've looked at your work, your compliment means alot to me.

Ken

you earned it ken, keep up the good work! and thanks, tod