charlie b wrote:
Bottom line is - if you like the finish you're using that's what
matters - to you. But at least try one of the "old" finishes,
at least once.

I've done a couple of foot stools and a semi-fancy inlaid shelf with coat
pegs in some amber shellac since my one (and only) poly experience. I like
it a lot, and am anxious to try some blonde stuff. Shellac, that is

Thanks for the kind comments, Robatoy, and that's all the encouragement I
needed to go ahead and post a couple more images. Comments always welcome

http://john.girouard.com/ShelfFront.jpg
http://john.girouard.com/ShelfSide.jpg

-John in NH