Traditional Country Woodworking Projects
Traditional Country Woodworking Projects

Author: Jack Hill

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing

Published: 2016-09-27

Total Pages: 264

ISBN-13: 1620082527

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Join the do-it-yourself revolution that's swept cities, suburbs, and rural areas across the country. More and more people are realizing the satisfaction and enjoyment of making items that are as beautiful and interesting as they are practical. Crafters and folk-art enthusiasts alike will enjoy this comprehensive woodworking guide for all experience and skill levels, with detailed instructions on eighteen home projects for both hand and power tools. Inside Traditional Country Woodworking Projects:•The necessity and prominence of woodworking through the ages•The resurgence of interest in country-style designs from past centuries•Required woodworking tools and how to use them•Essential techniques, including drawing, measuring, planing, joining, and many more, with which woodworkers of all skill levels should be familiar•Step-by-step fully illustrated instructions for eighteen classic designs, including kitchen implements, toys, home dcor, and furniture•Detailed dimensions, materials lists, cutting lists, and notes for each project as well as templates for special shapes

American Style
American Style

Author: Time-Life Books

Publisher: Time Life Medical

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780783559537

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This comprehensive series for woodworkers provides customizable, detailed plans for up to 20 projects. Each project is fully photographed, with precise, easy-to-follow instructions, and includes a materials list. Spiral binding for lay-flat use.Complete instructions and project plans for making distinctive, simply designed furniture that will last for generations. Projects include a traditional Shaker hall table, a classic Mission bookcase with divided glass doors, and a Country high-back bench with optional storage under the seat.

Traditional Country Woodworking
Traditional Country Woodworking

Author: Jack Hill

Publisher: Mitchell Beazley

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13: 9781845331603

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Age-old rural crafts, made by today’s woodworkers with contemporary techniques—that’s the special attraction of all 18 of these projects, for use and display indoors and outdoors. Only basic woodworking skills are needed to make any of the historic designs, including Shaker Shelves & Pegboard, Five-Board Bench, Candle Stand, Rocking Chair, Hooded Cradle, Blanket Box, and another dozen beautiful works. A wide selection of woods and finishes makes it possible for every piece to be unique, while keeping alive the hallowed traditions of simplicity, utility, and durability.

Country Woodworker
Country Woodworker

Author: Jack Hill

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 1997-02-01

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780811815895

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Now in paperback, this immensely popular and stylish how-to book provides practical information and design advice for artists, craftspeople, and woodworkers of all levels of experience. Step-by-step instructions for eighteen projects detail how the work can be carried out using simple tools and mainly traditional methods. Handsome color photographs illustrate and identify a wide range of rustic furniture and artifacts. There is also a brief history about each piece and a handy tools and techniques resource section. With Country Woodworker, anyone can add beauty and charm to his or her home.

Woodcarving Country Folk
Woodcarving Country Folk

Author: Mike Shipley

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 79

ISBN-13: 9781565232860

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A whole clan of colorful characters comes to life in this collection of rustic carving patterns. The carving lessons demonstrate how to use the quick and easy clean-cut method to impart warmth and personality to each of the ten Ozark folk style caricatures—from Ma and Pa to Ol' Blue the coon hound. Very few tools are required and technical notes advise artisans on how best to experiment with tool sharpening. Stains and paints are also addressed, including an easy formula for wood stain that can be mixed in a blender. There are even a few down-home tales along the way, bringing a little bit of country into the woodshop.

Old Ways of Working Wood
Old Ways of Working Wood

Author: Alex Bealer

Publisher: Castle Books

Published: 2009-02-05

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780785807100

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A revised edition of a classic guide to woodworking methods that have been refined and developed over thousands of years. It teaches and preserves techniques and historical information that were lost when modern woodworking technology, dedicated to mass production, displaced the craftsman. Every woodworking operationâ?¬â? chopping, splitting, using the workbench, sawing, hewing, boring, chiseling, shaping, planing, turningâ?¬â? is described in detail. There is also information on the role of various tools in the evolution of wood products, the types and characteristics of wood, the preparation and maintenance of tools, collective tools of antique value, and instruction on the subtleties of the craft, from rabbeting to molding. The professional woodworker, the hobbyist, the collector, the antiques dealer, and the craft enthusiast will discover valuable information in this definitive work. It is reference, guide, and history all in one volume.This book contains over 200 line drawings by the author to illustrate age-old, yet fascinating, ways of working with wood. With chapters that describe the ways to fell a tree, methods for splitting wood, and more, along with a complete appendix and index, this is a great reference for anyone interested in the ways of wood working.

Country Furniture
Country Furniture

Author: Aldren A. Watson

Publisher: W W Norton & Company Incorporated

Published: 2005-11-29

Total Pages: 274

ISBN-13: 9780393327779

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An introduction to country woodworking traditions provides sample workshop designs, practical advice on tools and equipment, and an overview of woodworking methods that illustrates the step-by-step process of furniture design from a historical perspective. Reprint. 10,000 first printing.

Traditional American Rooms
Traditional American Rooms

Author: Brent Hull

Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing Company Incorporated

Published: 2009-03-01

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 9781565233225

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An ideal sourcebook for architects, woodworkers, and homeowners, this beautiful reference showcases the stunning architectural details of the Winterthur Museum. This guided tour explores 33 rooms from the Georgian and Federal periods with stunning photography, architectural terms, detailed drawings, and fascinating commentary.