Perhaps it’s time for an update. I find the “Things You’ve Made” category inspiring. Hopefully I can inspire others too. 8^)
All the furniture in my living room is second hand freebies, and no 2 pieces match. It is my intention to rectify that. Here’s a prototype of what I’m planning.
The design is loosely based on Arts & Crafts/Craftsman/Mission style furniture. This is made out of $35 a sheet 3/4" home center plywood, and will end up as porch furniture (This is actually the second example I’ve made, the first is stained and sitting on the front porch already).
I have upholstery fabric and foam on the way to make proper cushions. I was a bit dismayed to discover what upholstery fabric and foam cost. Seems a bit foolish to put ~$150 of foam and fabric on a $35 chair…
I’m working on a slightly modified/refined version for the living room that I’ll be making out of baltic birch.