FineWoodworking

GET THE MAGAZINE & MORE

Magazine Cover

Save 56% off the magazine newsstand price
Or, get everything with UNLIMITED, including 40+ years of the online archive.

Log In
Join

FineWoodworking

Video

Sheraton Leg: Intro and Layout

Aug 07, 2012

Sign up for eletters today and get the latest techniques and how-to from Fine Woodworking, plus special offers.

Videos in the Series

Sheraton Leg: Intro and Layout

August 7, 2012

Learn the pedigree for this leg and get started with a story stick and drawing.
Upper-Leg Turning

August 7, 2012

Start by roughing out the leg at the lathe and get tips on turning an elegant vase, beads, and coves.
Turn the Foot

August 7, 2012

Phil Lowe demonstrates how to carve an elegant foot for a Sheraton-style leg with reeding.
Carve the Reeds

August 7, 2012

Lowe demonstrates easy layout and carving with a scratch stock, also detailing traditional carving methods.

X

X

Twitter
Facebook
LinkedIn
Pinterest
Email

GET IT ALL!

Get everything we have to offer with an UNLIMITED Membership.

Fine Woodworking HANDS ON

February 1-3

About This Video Workshop

Philip C. Lowe got his first taste of woodworking while serving in the Navy, and he's been a professional since 1968. Lowe owns and operates the Furniture Institute of Massachusetts. Produced by: Gina Eide; Video by: John Ross; Editing by: Michael Dobsevage Download the plans here. To learn more about the author, watch our video Q&A with Lowe from his workshop. Watch the preview episode for free or become a member for access to all… More about this Video Workshop

Log in or create an account to post a comment.

Up Next

Featured Workshop

Machine Setup with Matt Wajda and Ellen Kaspern

A well-tuned machine makes woodworking safer and more accurate, and makes your shop time more enjoyable

Featured Projects & Plans

Handmade Gift: Tea Light Candle Holder

Christian Becksvoort shows you how to empty out that scrap bin by making a beautiful handmade candle holder

Related Stories

How to add splines for stronger miters

Quick jig produces clean joints with hidden power
Shop Tour: Mario Rodriguez's Woodshop Classroom and Curriculum

A place for a woodworking veteran to teach a whole new generation of woodworkers
Episode 5- Saddle lid box: Carving the sides and lid

Michael begins carving the saddle lid box with his ripple pattern along the top. Then turns to his 5/30 gouge to texture the sides of the box. This isn't work…
Episode 6 - Saddle lid box: Finishing with milk paint

The painting and finishing process of the saddle lid box is where it really starts to sing. Mixing milk paint, layering it, and finally rubbing out the finish bring the…

Become an UNLIMITED member - Get access to everything Fine Woodworking has to offer!

Upgrade to Unlimited

Highlights

Shape Your Skills

when you sign up for our emails

Plus tips, advice, and special offers from Fine Woodworking.

Sign Up
Shop Talk Live Podcast

Our biweekly podcast allows editors, authors, and special guests to answer your woodworking questions and connect with the online woodworking community.
Taunton Workshops

In-depth online classes from the experts at Fine Woodworking.
Projects & Plans

Browse our collection of hundreds of quality plans including Shaker furniture, Arts and Crafts pieces, beds, diy plans, chairs, workbenches, tool storage, and more.

View More

Get the latest from Fine Woodworking Magazine

UNLIMITED membership - Get access to it all

Start Free Trial Upgrade Membership

Fine WoodWorking

Follow

Newsletter

Get woodworking tips, expert advice and special offers in your inbox

Membership & Magazine

Taunton Network

© 2018 The Taunton Press, Inc. All rights reserved.