Cabriole legs

Is there a source for templates for cabriole legs based on some of the finer examples of Federal furniture, say a Goddard-Townsend table?

One technique that is often intimidating for beginners is the making of a cabriole leg. The cabriole leg is actually quite simple to make if you follow the correct sawing sequence. Mark the pattern on two adjacent sides of the legs. Laying out the pattern correctly is critical. Since for most projects you will be makin

On a historical note, this footstool is not a copy of an authentic antique. Footstools were not common in the 18th century. I’ve made many copies of genuine Queen Anne chairs, however…

Walnut is a great wood to work with and machines and finishes superbly. Timber like this deserves to be used in something special and this piece although it looks deceptively tricky is actually relatively straightforward and something that will be of use for generations. The elegant curves of a cabriole leg add an organic feel to a table.

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Cabriole legs are icons of 18th century furniture. The graceful S-curve and pad foot look hard to make, but with a simple plywood template and a few guidelines, you too can make these beautiful, traditional legs.

Legs play a critical role in furniture design, yet their nuances often go unnoticed. But the next time you admire a table or chair, take a closer look down below. The furniture leg styles might

228mm Cabriole Queen Ann Legs (Vic Ash)