Small side table with drawer

This piece was a project my class was given in the 2nd year FdA. The brief was to closely follow a design from a rod drawing which was provided. We were tasked with completing our projects within 4 weeks.

Tulipwood veneer with Ash lippings being planed flush

The table is made from Ash and has Tulipwood veneer top and bottom. The drawer has an Ash front, Oak sides and a Cedar base and is joined using half blind dovetails. It is finished with a light wax.

Glue up of the carcass

The emphasis of the build was the piston fit of the drawer, which requires very careful and precise adjustments during the fitting process.

Video demonstrating the finished piston fit. Sound on!

The fitted drawer before final finishing