I build 4 clothing racks in November of last year to use at markets and pop ups. I needed something flat pack, classy looking, and modular, something to work in many situations, while able to fold up and fit in my car.
I spent a lot of time on a prototype, then built 3 more once nailing down the design. These racks are very light weight and collapse easily, taking up almost no room when not in use. At first I wanted the design to have 4 legs, but I could never get it to not wobble. The tripod came to me as a happy accident and so far is working great.
I bought planks that were the thickness I wanted so all i needed to do was make strips of equal thickness to create square legs. I build them with wormy maple wood, one of my favorites to work with. The worms that lived in the wood leave holes and marbled grain.
I chose copper for the racks to add a contrasting material, and the dimensions of the rack is based on the copper available, eliminating any waste. I finished the wood with a non toxic tung oil after sanding.
There are 2 adjustment points in the back leg of the tripod design. These are possible because the middle leg and the rail below slide along the copper and meet with a through bolt at different places. The wider stance allows for a more stable set up intended for uneven flooring or windy environments. The slimmer position takes up less room and is perfect for flat floors and indoor markets.
I think as long as I take care of the racks, they should last a good while. If it makes sense, I might build more and sell them to local artists or stores, as there are not a lot of options for flat pack clothing racks on the market.