Woodwork category: 409 books

Finding an effective jig or fixture for a woodworking operation can be as elusive and time-consuming as designing a great piece of furniture, a sailboat, or a ukulele. It takes solid woodworking knowledge and some problem-solving skills, with a good dose of inspiration thrown in. Even a moderately...

Loïc Bard a entrepris une sorte de retour aux sources en lançant son entreprise de conception de meubles et d’objets en bois. Mais son parcours d’homme d’affaires, lui, commence tout juste. Regard sur les joies (et misères) d’un créateur-entrepreneur d’ici.

This vintage volume contains a comprehensive guide to cooperage, being an accessible treatise on proper workshop practice and methods. Written in simple, plain language and full of helpful illustrations and invaluable tips, this handbook is ideal for he novice woodworker, and would make for a fantastic...

Woodworking for Everyone will inspire you to create practical and stylish furniture for your home. Perfect for the coffee table or the workshop, this comprehensive and creative book contains 13 projects that will turn your weekends into fun-filled family time. Learn the basics of woodworking and make...

Take a tour of the Renwick Gallery, the craft division of the Smithsonian, and enjoy an in-depth look at the artists and the work of this unparalleled collection of handmade contemporary furniture. This absorbing volume features profiles and interviews of 64 artists and reveals their artistic influences and interpretations along with 112 stunning photos of iconic work.

This handy pocket-sized guide offers all the tips, tricks, and ideas a woodworker or furniture maker needs to get the most out of this indispensable tool.(#1) (#2)Covering everything you need to get the most out of your tools, the Missing Shop Manual Series goes beyond the basic safety and set-up....

Covering everything you need to get the most our of your circular saw and jig saw, the Missing Shop Manual Series goes beyond basic safety, assembly, and set-up. From ripping wood to circle cutting, you'll discover the techniques and tips to maximize your saw's performance.

A bewildering variety of tools, clever marketing copy, and lack of knowledge can lead even the most determined new woodworker to make many unnecessary purchases, causing frustration or retreat. Written for true beginners, Your First Shop offers inspiration and encouragement, guiding readers toward...

Get Back to Basics with the core information every woodworker needs. This book will give you a clear roadmap of wood knowledge, from assessing the lumber you find to discovering the elegant tradition of green woodworking.

Create your own turned furniture elements! Woodturning is a subject many furniture makers shy away from, opting for factory-turned furniture parts. But investing in a lathe and a modest collection of turning tools can open up a wide array of options. Turned legs, spindles, rails, knobs and...

Deb Wofford, local woodcarver, owned and operated an art gallery in downtown Noblesville, Indiana for 20 years. Deb's passion for the arts became a mission to combine both the world of artistic expression and the virtually invisible world of disability together. Her knowledge in both areas came more...

Offering 29 tried-and-true woodworking techniques from the professionals at Woodworker's Journal, this detailed guide explores everything from the basics of squaring stock and sharpening tools to the intricacies of veneering a drawer face, making this a suitable collection for both beginning woodworkers...

This book contains a collection of classic soup recipes from across the globe that use beer or ale as an ingredient. With simple directions and handy tips, this cookbook will appeal to budding cookery enthusiasts, and would make for a great addition to culinary collections. Contents include: “Sicilian...

Secrets of a master craftsman: Traditional Box Projects by Strother Purdy is inspiring and practical, offering trusted advice gained from years of experience. It's your guide to classic box making and includes tips, techniques, and insider secrets. Enduring styles -- traditional techniques:...