The Cluts Guide to Using Power Tools Safely (Kindle Edition)

Maybe they didn’t have “shop classes” in your school. There’s no need to feel like you’re alone. In fact that’s the whole point in writing this to you. There are hundreds of guys (and gals) out there who suddenly find themselves in a position to:–Pay out thousands of dollars for simple home projects, or–Join the ranks of “do-it-yourselfers.Once you step out on faith and join that second elite group you may find yourself in a self-imposed panic attack! What have I done, you may think. You‘ve stuck the proverbial foot in your mouth and now you have to deliver!Okay, before you continue in panic mode first things first. The first place to start is having the right tool for the job. You do not want to remove the striker plate from your front door with a nail file! It just isn’t going to happen!You may have bought a beautiful coffee table book or even a handy online ebook to learn how to “fix stuff.” But, if you don’t have the right tool for the (more…)

How to Get Started With Woodworking: The Woodworker Starter’s Ultimate Guide (Kindle Edition)

Have you ever wanted to begin woodworking at home? Woodworking can be a fun, yet dangerous experience if not performed properly. In The Art of Woodworking – Beginners Guide, we will show you how to choose everything from saws to hand tools and how to use them properly to avoid ending up in the ER.Do you know the difference between softwood and hardwood? Which wood is better for indoor projects and which wood is better for outdoor projects? We will discuss the properties of wood and how they will affect various woodworking techniques and projects you may want to work on.Wouldn’t it be nice to have all those questions about woodworking for beginners offered in one place? You could spend hours on the internet looking for answers or you could spend hundreds of dollars taking a class or seminar that would show you details that are enclosed all in one place, The Art of Woodworking – Beginners Guide.Books are expensive and much of the content is full of fluff and not th (more…)

Making and Mastering Wood Planes: Revised Edition, 2nd Printing (Paperback)

The latest edition of this highly regarded instructional manual. See the great reader reviews posted for the previous editions. With this book and a weekend of your time you can make a plane and learn to use it effectively. You’ll also discover a wealth of general woodworking tips and acquire a solid grounding in many fundamentals of fine woodworking. Now in its third printing, “Making and Mastering Wood Planes” by master craftsman David Finck is the definitive book in the field and a classic introduction to the art of fine woodworking.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Woodworking (Kindle Edition)

The basic of working with wood are covered in this guide. Chapters include the following: Know Your Woods How to Select Good WoodAll about Hand Tools Power ToolsHow to Plan a Home Workshop How to Design and Build a Work BenchSafety in the Workshop Designing in Wood – The Fine PointsWhat Are Veneers What Are Man-made Woods Woodworking TerminologyStart Small Where to Shop For Good ToolsThe Finishing TouchKnow your lumberKnow Your Woods

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The Art of Woodworking Beginners Guide (Kindle Edition)

Here are the topics covered in this very complete guide to learning all about woodworking.** Introduction To Woodworking** Safety First** Hardwoods Vs Softwoods** Various Styles Of Saws** Measure Twice, Cut Once** Chisel Basics** Choosing Hand Tools** Adhesives For Woodworking** Sharpening Tools – Get To The Point** Making Joints** Deciding What To Build** Creating Working Drawings** Finishes And Fillers

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Woodwork Joints (Kindle Edition)

HOW THEY ARE SET OUT, HOW MADE AND WHERE USED; WITH FOUR HUNDRED ILLUSTRATIONSIllustrated. Formatted for the Kindle. Linked Contents.CONTENTSEditorial ForewordThe Halved JointThe Bridle JointThe Tongued and Grooved JointThe Mortise and Tenon JointThe Dowelling JointThe Scarf JointThe Hinged JointShutting JointsThe Dovetail JointDovetail GroovingThe Mitred JointJoints for Curved WorkMiscellaneous JointsPuzzle Joints

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Jim Tolpin’s Table Saw Magic, Second Edition (Paperback)

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Shaper Handbook (Kindle Edition)

There are few better ways to cut decorative mouldings and joinery than with the shaper, and woodworkers of all ability should welcome this exhaustive coverage of the shapter’s skill. What a shaper does, and how it does it, is just the beginning. Hundreds of techniques are carefully explained in step-by-step, photo-filled detail. Valuable checklists and charts cover common trouble areas, maintenance and tune-up, and getting the best possible cut. There’s even a checklist for buying the right shaper and the essential options for the best price.

About the Author

Roger W. Cliffe lectured and demonstrated at many woodworking shows. He taught at Northern Illinois University and is the author of Table Saw Basics, Woodworker’s Handbook, Radial Arm Saw Techniques, and Table Saw Techniques Revised. He lives in DeKalb, Illinois. Michael Holtz is a designer and woodworker with over 20 years of experience. He lives in Sycamore, Illinois.

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101 Mission Furniture Plans You Can Build (Kindle Edition)

Mission furniture has always been regarded as some of the most beautiful antique items ever built. Now you can take your love of woodworking and beautiful furniture and build these items yourself. This complete book includes 101 of the most popular, time-tested, antique plans available. Complete plans for items such as; Oak Serving Table, Wardrobe, Pool Table, Hall Bench, Mission Sideboard, Roll Top Desk, Dressers, Chairs, Buffet, Clocks and so much more.This book is bound to keep your shop busy for many hours to come!

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