[Cherryville Chuck]

I got a chance to catch up with the end of the rocking chair build Bill and it turned out to be a work of art as I suspected it would be. Well done. What's next for you? You did such a good job of this maybe a Roentgen reproduction? https://www.google.ca/search?q=roen...KENKgogT2zYHQDA&ved=0CC4QsAQ&biw=1280&bih=861

 

[TwoSkies57]

I got a chance to catch up with the end of the rocking chair build Bill and it turned out to be a work of art as I suspected it would be. Well done. What's next for you? You did such a good job of this maybe a Roentgen reproduction? https://www.google.ca/search?q=roen...KENKgogT2zYHQDA&ved=0CC4QsAQ&biw=1280&bih=861

Kind of you to say Charles, and much appreciated I'm very pleased with how the rocker turned out. The new owners are absolutely delighted. And that my friend, is what it was all about.

Moving forward, I"d love to do another rocker with my own personnel twist..but they are not cheap to build so I'll have to wait. Til then..several requested boxes and pictures frames and I want to tinker around a bit more with inlay design. I really need to make use of some of my leftovers in the shop so perhaps another chess table. Who knows *L* I'd love to have the resources to tackle one of dem dare Roentgen reproductions...ohhh yes I would.. :yes4:

 

[jw2170]

hahaha, if I could do that I would not be on the pension.......ROTFLAO.

 

[TwoSkies57]

Recently got a couple emails asking now that the rocker build has been over for a while, looking back, what would, if anything, would I have done differently...

Couple things actually... first I would include more features to the crest, especially the front. Nothing to over the top, but just enough to add a little relief so to speak...perhaps just a simple sweep, similar to the sweep at the arm rest/back leg joint

Definitely would have either featured more maple as in the arm rests or eliminated it all together.

and perhaps most importantly, I would have done a much better job of developing a cut sheet. Just sooooo much waste. Sometimes I guess you have to make a call between the wood you want to use and the wood that will give you the most bang for your buck.
NO regrets mind you, the cherry I used was/is just spectacular..

 

[Cherryville Chuck]

Bill it looks really good just the way it is. I can see an option to mirror the curves on the bottom side of the crest on the top as well but then I think you would have to chop the horns off the sides to get the right balance.

 

[TwoSkies57]

Bill it looks really good just the way it is. I can see an option to mirror the curves on the bottom side of the crest on the top as well but then I think you would have to chop the horns off the sides to get the right balance.

Charles, your absolutely dead on about the horns...I just can't leave well enough alone sometimes *L*... FWW has a nice small Shaker style table as this months project and If I have enough leftovers, I may just try and make an accompanying side table with similar Maloof style lines...then I can start second guessing that *L*:fie::fie::fie:

 

[bkapp]

Maloof style rockers

Bill, I like that name, you chose a good project. For some ideas go to my web site at kappelusa.com for some style changes. Also FREE text on how to build the Maloof style ocker

 

[jw2170]

Also FREE text on how to build the Maloof style ocker

We all have our own style down under, Bill.........LOL

 

[Cherryville Chuck]

Bill, I like that name, you chose a good project. For some ideas go to my web site at kappelusa.com for some style changes. Also FREE text on how to build the Maloof style ocker

That's beautiful work Bill and some nice variations in the design.

 

[bkapp]

Good project choice Bill. The Maloof style rocker is a fun woodworking experience as well as satisfying to the ego. I have made a few myself and am working on three just now. I meet Sam years ago and set in one of this rockers. Although I am a little big for his rockers, 6'3 at 250lbs, his style impressed me to make my own variation so they would last as heirloom items even after all the grandchildren got through with them. I got so involved in making these rocker I started giving classes and published a FREE text on how to make them. I have had a good thirty years making these rocking chairs loving every minute of it. One can see some of my work at kappelusa.com where they can also get the FREE text in addition to patterns.

 

[TwoSkies57]

Thanks Bill... this was indeed one of the most challenging and most rewarding projects I've taken on.

 

[jw2170]

Beautiful work, Bill.

Better than any 'ocker' I have met....VBG...

 

[mdj53546]

A few week ago I visited the Maloof foundation in California. Had a guided tour of the shop by Larry. I was impressed by the number of patterns hanging on the walls. Major power tools were jointer, plane, large band saw, and table saw. They use routers a lot, and not to many hand planes.

Furniture is woodworking according to Maloof.

I did get to touch every piece in the museum that I wanted. So smooth and artfully crafted. Got to sit in a maloof chair but alas not a rocker. Most comfortable chair I have sat in ever.

Joe

 

[TwoSkies57]

I did get to touch every piece in the museum that I wanted. So smooth and artfully crafted. Got to sit in a maloof chair but alas not a rocker. Most comfortable chair I have sat in ever.

Joe

Hey Joe....
Touch was/is a fundamental ingredient to Maloofs work. He wanted a visual appeal that made the viewer want to touch his work. The rocker with its smooth flowing lines and lack of right angles certainly accomplishes that. He managed to bring it all together with
his finishes. The finish I used, was an over the counter product that Maloof signed off on. I do believe he used it on some of his later production work.
I'd like to think my rocker held true to his vision. It currently sits in a 3rd floor loft in front of a full length window overlooking the city. When you walk up the stairs and make a turn, its the first thing you see. From what I understand, its like a magnet..
Then two things happen. First it gets touched... then it gets sat on. From there, I'm told it makes for some great conversations...

 

[Semipro]

Bill
that's exquisite have no idea how you'll ever top that project, I would have to build a new house just to put it in, I would've had a really hard time giving that away must be a very special friend. I absolutely love it!
You are very talented.

 

[TwoSkies57]

Thank you very much for the kind words John....very much appreciated
Ohhh I have several ideas, just need to find a way to fund them! I usually don't get attached to a project, but this one I did. This was indeed a special project for a dear friend whom has helped me out over the last 35 years. His son's marriage was a special event for a number of reasons and gave me the perfect opportunity to just show my appreciation and to say thanks. With the lords blessings, it'll be used to rock many a grandchild to sleep...

I do appreciate your thoughtful comments.

bill

Bill
that's exquisite have no idea how you'll ever top that project, I would have to build a new house just to put it in, I would've had a really hard time giving that away must be a very special friend. I absolutely love it!
You are very talented.