Thread: WIP - pedestal desk

Whatever you decide about the handles it will look fantastic. Two beautiful projects crafted to perfection. Pleasure to see this kind of craftsmanship.

Originally Posted by jmk89

ISTR that there was a recent magazine article (this year in, I think, AWR or Australian Woodsmith, more likely the former) which had some interesting carved curved handles, which might suit.

A quick look on the websites didn't find the article I was thinking of, but I will have a look when I get home.

It was AWR - have a look at AWR53 at pp48 - 55 for the concept and a bit of a how to. I reckon you could improve on that quite easily and make something really special that would really set your desk apart from the 'run-of-the-mill'.

Definantly wooden handles Wongo mate... try blackbean if you cant get the ebony should come up a treat

Finest kind Scott well done

Unfortunately uncle Lignum’s ebony is not here yet. I couldn’t afford to wait any longer so I made the handles out of some scrap rosewood.

I didn’t want to try to be too clever with the handles. I think a simple handle is a good handle and they turned out fine.

Lignum, I will use the ebony for my next project.

Good choice Wongo. Simple but elegant.

Looks great Wongo, I like nice and simple, the girls are cute too.