You know what a pain it can be if you're trying to lay laminate
flooring around some large, non-linear fixed object like a sink or
toilet pedastal. All that data point measuring! I had an idea the
other day that works great.

Get a length of solder wire (thicker the better) and use it to wrap
around the shape. The solder is pliable enough to mold to the curves
yet stiff enough to retain the shape when removed. Then just lay it on
your stock and trace.

FoggyTown