Curves

Creating a full-size pattern from a plan

January 31, 2022

Using a pair of specialty scales, Christian Becksvoort can make a full-size pattern from a drawing or scaled down plan.
How to tame curved parts with patterns

October 11, 2021

Taking a tip from boatbuilders, Chris Becksvoort demonstrates his use of patterns to build identical parts, whether he's making a set of dining chairs, a lamp, a Shaker trestle table, a stool, or a Shaker round stand.
Free webinar: Jigs for Routing Perfect Curves with Bob Van Dyke

May 14, 2020

Replay Join FWW contributing editor Bob Van Dyke, for our first webinar on jigs for routing perfect curves.
Creating Curved Furniture

March 20, 2018

Learn when it's best to saw, steam-bend, or laminate parts for chairs and other projects.
Build a Comfortable Outdoor Chair: Bent Lamination

April 2, 2014

Create beautiful curved chair parts with bent laminations.
How to Get Two Curves from One Stick

April 2, 2014

The secret? Split, then steam.
A Seat in the Trees

April 2, 2014

Greg Klassen’s slender side chair is packed with personal history.
Easier Joinery for Curved Drawer Fronts

April 4, 2013

Clever jigs control the curves
Laying out curves

June 18, 2011

Curves will always add interest to your work. Here are the steps and tools I use to layout and refine the curves I use in my work.
“Sunlight on the Water Table,” bubinga with glass bead inlay

March 6, 2011

This is the most difficult table I build. Every part is curved and the joinery is always a challenge and pleasure.

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