This was featured in FW Issue 201, November/December 2008. It is made from cherry instead of the original mahogany. It was a challenge and learning experience.
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Comments
Nice job. Did you stain the cherry? What is the finish?
Very nice!
Response to gary_d. The stain is Minwax cherry, and the finish is 3 coats of amber shellac. Thanks for your interest.
Very nice!
Very nice. Looks like you mastered the finish without the blotches that cherry is noted for.
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