re: Looking to make a sleigh bed for me and my wife

The four sleigh beds that I have built were birch and birds eye maple. The cost of this wood in my area was almost quadruple that of pine but for structure and finish I could not sacrifice the quality. Think of it this way, building furniture should be with the 200 year durable factor in mind. If that means putting it off to save until you have the funds then so be it. Take your time with every step and every cut. Try to enjoy the building process knowing that you are building something with your own hands and will be a cherished accomplishment when done as well as a beautiful piece of furniture.