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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300 Christian and Inspirational Patterns for Scroll Saw Woodworking, 2nd Edition Revised and Expanded (Paperback)

Expressions of faith and love for the Lord abound in this collection of more than 300 unique scroll saw patterns for inspirational and Christian motifs. Perfect for scroll saw artists and applicable for any craft medium, these beautiful designs can be used to make wall plaques, nativity sets, holiday ornaments, gifts, jewelry, paintings, functional objects such as napkin holders, letter openers, and puzzles. The patterns included are The Last Supper, The Fish, The Lamb of God, Chi Rho, Jonah and the Whale, Daniel in the Lion’s Den, Moses Parting the Red Sea, Noah’s Ark, Praying Children, a church, and the Star of the Apostles. Also provided to crafters is the history and meaning behind the symbols as well as the traditional significance of different colors.

About the Author

Tom Zieg is a crafter whose work has appeared in Better Home and Gardens’ Wood Magazine. He lives in Lincoln, Nebraska.

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