Cherry Desk for Granddaughter

[Joel H.]

I just finished a cherry desk for my 9 yo granddaughter.  She picked the design and color.  

Cherry with Red Mahogany Transtint dye (4 parts) & Dark Walnut (1 part) mixed into shellac.  Lacquer topcoat.

I had not planned on the "feet" at the bottom of the legs, but the distance from floor to drawer was only 22" and I didn't think that was enough.  So I added the feet which added 3" height.  The feet slide onto the legs and are glued in place.














She loves it - but a 9 yo isn't too hard to impress.  The hutch doors slide to reveal any of the openings she wants.

Thanks for looking,

Joel

[cputnam]

Superb sir, superb! Making granddaughters happy is one of the best rewards in life, IMO.

[Coffee Man 2]

Awesome work sir!!!!! What a great Grandfather you are !!!!!

[wood-chips]

That's an heirloom for sure. Nice design and finish.

[Herb G]

Awesome work sir!!!!! What a great Grandfather you are !!!!!

+1. Awesome work Grandpa.

[Gary G™]

Nice work Joel.

[Belle City Woodworking]

I love that!  Great job!!!

[Joel H.]

Thanks for all the great replies guys.  You're right - building for a grandchild is one of the BEST rewards of woodworking.  

It was an enjoyable build.


Joel

[Steve N]

Nice job Joel. I think your Granddaughter will be happy with that

[Bob MN]

Beautiful. What a great heirloom present for your grand daughter.