Subject: Re: Designing a table

From: Lou Aiello <[email-masked]>
Date: Sat, 08 Feb 1997 11:21:01 -0800

Rob Richardson wrote:
> 
> I need to design a small table (and build then build it ) . I have the
> design fairly well set but need help with the legs . I would like to have
> curved legs but only have a jigsaw -
> I do not intend to use a lathe. I therefore only need the shape -- any
> suggestions on how to get the correct curve ?
> Rob Richardson

Have you considered purchasing pre-fabricated legs from the home store? 
They usually screw into a mounting plate.  They finish very well.  Also 
they add a layer of functionality to your table by making it easily 
disassembled.

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From: [email-masked] (mark lange)
Date: 8 Feb 1997 16:52:26 GMT

Rob  Richardson ([email-masked]) wrote:
: I need to design a small table (and build then build it ) . I have the
: design fairly well set but need help with the legs . I would like to have 
: curved legs but only have a jigsaw -
: I do not intend to use a lathe.	I therefore only need the shape -- any
: suggestions on how to get the correct curve ?
: Rob Richardson

  Take a look at Woodsmith, No 106, August 1996.  They have plans for 
building Cabriole legs that could probably be done using your jig saw
some chisels, and a wood file. The plans show cutting out the legs with a 
band saw (depends upon length of blade you can fit into your jig saw).
Their results look great and might fit your needs.

Good luck.

Regards,

Mark L.

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From: [email-masked] (LEE WARD)
Date: Sat, 08 Feb 97 16:01:00 -0600

Goto SEARS hdwr an buy a set of legs,OR learn how to cut Cabriole legs
on a bandsaw! Im not kiddin there is info existing that shows how!
                                                 Lee Ward

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