Vectric Customer

Like they say...a picture is worth a thousand words. Thanks!

Just to clarify, do you mean a 1/2" radius running the full length of the leg, then 2" radius at the joint where it meets the seat? In other words, a 2" radius on each machined side of the joint will closely match a 14.5" diameter seat?

Thanks
-Joe

Yes...that radius to match the curve of the round seat scares me. I'll see what I can come up with. Worst case, I can always make a square stool seat

Russell, I'm making slow but steady progress...see attached pic. Spend the last few days trying to merge the radius running down the length of the leg with the sweeping radius below the seat joint, and I think I finally got it. I learned a few new tricks with merging components, grouping, baking, or...

Russell, I'd love to know how you got the cove to sweep so nicely around the corners (by the arrows). I can use a 2 rail sweep to model a nice cove, but I struggle in the corners. Do you recommend just using the sculpting tool?

Thanks
-Joe

Ahh...Thanks for the tips, Russell. I really struggled with modeling the dado on the joint, only to realize that it would not give me crisp inside corners. I resolved the issue by doing a pocket toolpath to square up the edges. But your suggestion seems like an even better idea. I agree with you, I'...

Russell, I love your chairs and stools, real nice work! You've inspired me to give it a try. I've been spending countless hours in Aspire trying to model the seat and Maloof style locking joint. With the help of your informative posts, I'm getting real close... I just have to work out a few issues I...