Live edge lift-top coffee table with ammonite fossil and hardwood inlay
I acquired this wood slab for free and decided to take on my introductory attempt at building furniture. I believe it is some sort of cedar, and it was already shaped like this with a beautiful live edge when I got it. I have lots of progress pictures if anyone is interested, but this is what I came up with so far.
The inlays were all done with a router by hand, no CNC machine (would've made life a lot easier though). The hardwood inlay features different wood species, some of which I'm also not even positive on their identification. But it includes mahogany, oak, blood wood, and walnut to name a few. The ammonite fossil idea came to me mid-way through and I think they really tied the center piece together. After 2 coats of poured epoxy I'm really happy with how the top came out given I had no prior experience doing inlays.
The legs are oak with blood wood inlays, and the apron is cedar lined with oak on the inside for strength where the hinges on the lift top mechanism mount. I'm actually open to opinions on what to do with the cedar apron, as I feel like it stands out too much and doesn't really fit the overall look of the table. Any input is greatly appreciated-- let me know what you think!