Turning shapes other than cylindrical

[Occasional machinist]

Yes! I did think about moving the drawing, but my tailstock has a nice flat top - if I moved the drawing I'd have to make a support for the drawing. Similarly, I did think about metal or wooden patterns, but as you astutely point out, it makes it more complex. I came up with this way of doing things just to do a few parts. If I wanted to make dozens then a revision would be called for. As it is, it's simple, doesn't need much prep and effective.

Michael