This little book and coffee mug stand is a (belated) Mother's Day gift for my mother-in-law (none of those jokes that typically go with MIL - I love her!). I saw various designs online and came up with this version. This will allow for a good size paperback book to be held in place, plus a spot for her TV remote and phone, and then a coffee mug. She has a side table next to her chair and this should fit nicely there. The "tray" has a stop so it cannot pull out all the way. The wood is mahogany, and I used Odie's oil for finish. The cork was purchased online and has pretty strong adhesive so am relying on that.
Various progress pictures Glueup of the book stand
RyanGi- thanks! Looking online, a few had drawers. I started in that direction, but a full drawer seemed unnecessary for the type of items, and would take up space that is somewhat limited. This isn't a perfect solution as I guess a small item could slip to the side.
Pottz and Tony - thanks! It is yet to be given, but hope she likes it. She lives about 700 miles away so we take gifts along when we travel to visit. Often I'll send a picture in advance, or otherwise keep the "surprise" until we are there in person.
I tend to scan the picture gallery first and recognized the use when I saw the book. Made me smile when I then saw the remote drawer. Got to thinking, cup of coffee while enjoying a read, get bored, see what's on tv!
Ross - the ribs were made by taking a lot of passes at the table saw, first one direction and then the other. Tried to keep uniform cuts. I then cleaned up the middle with chisel and scrapers for the cork. Gives it a different look. I thought about doing one of those thumb holders, but she has some arthritis so ruled that out.
Splintergroup - my husband had asked her what she typically has by her chair when reading, and she said her phone and the TV remote. So tried to accommodate those.
Jim - thanks! I'm sure your version would have special mechanisms or secret compartments!
Ron - thank you!
Corelz125- I'm now always looking for opportunities to use that spline jig! In this case, I do think that top joint needed support.
GeorgeWest- thanks. I saw some online that also had a pencil/pen holder slot and a way to support an iPad. I just included what I thought she would find useful.
