Traditional Country Woodworking Projects

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 décor, and furniture •Detailed dimensions, materials lists, cutting lists, and notes for each project as well as templates for special shapes