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Acanthus Carving & Windsor Chairmaking

Megan Fitzpatrick — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 15:21:14 +0000

The October 2012 issue of Popular Woodworking Magazine is now available in our store (in both print and digital versions). Inside (along with many other techniques, tools and projects) you’ll find South Carolina-based carver Mary May‘s article with step-by-step photo instructions on carving an acanthus leaf – a classic motif that originated as an architectural … Read more »

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Woodworker’s guide to Google SketchUp

Ajax Alexandre — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 14:38:43 +0000

Here's a great gift idea for those woodworkers who enjoy designing furniture on the computer. Executive Editor Bob Lang's CD is the standard tutorial for SketchUp. Click here to buy this CD now. Read more »

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Build a Sculptured Rocker with Charles Brock

Ajax Alexandre — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 17:57:16 +0000

"Two DVD's + Book + Full-Size Patterns + Online Support = Success!Most woodworkers' ""bucket lists"" of projects include crafting a Maloof-inspired rocking chair. Brocks' instructional bundle includes a DVD (103 minutes) and companion book (48 pages with 69 pictures) that provide you with all the plans and instruction you need to build your heirloom rocker with confidence. Plus, you'll receive additional support through membership in a special club for builders of sculptured furniture. Click here to buy this amazing collection. Read more »

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New Masters of the Wooden Box

Ajax Alexandre — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 18:14:58 +0000

Here's a great gift idea – expanding the Boundaries of Box Making.Features 34 contemporary masters of the wooden box. Each artist's profile includes photographs of their work and a short essay focusing on design ideas and objectives. Includes jewelry boxes, desk boxes, reliquaries, keepsake boxes and more.Click here to buy this great box book now. Read more »

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Two Cherries Skew Bevel Wood Chisels

Ajax Alexandre — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:19:43 +0000

Here's a great gift idea for the woodworker who has everything – skew chisels!Two Cherries bevel edge chisels with a skew cutting edge for hand controlled paring and other detailed work. The pair contains 2, 12mm tools with right and left angled cutting edge, perfect for trimming slightly protruding dovetails, tenons, dowels, and a multitude of applications where finesse, not chopping is required. Click here to buy these great skew chisels. Read more »

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Two Cherries Five Small Carving Tools & Leather Pouch

Ajax Alexandre — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:45:34 +0000

Here's a great gift idea for the beginning wood carver!Have you ever needed a very small carving tool for working in limited access or on very small pieces of work? Finally, Two Cherries has provided the solution! Small octagon handles fit comfortably in the hand, and the balance of handle to blade is perfect. Click here to buy these great chisels now. Read more »

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500 Tables: Inspiring Interpretations of Function and Style

Ajax Alexandre — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:35:32 +0000

These 500 tables are more than just practical places to set a coffee cup or notepad; they're inspired works of art. Esteemed juror Andrew Glasgow has selected a wide array of styles and forms, from pieces that showcase masterful woodwork to ones that feature alternative materials and aesthetic sensibilities. Click here to buy this inspiring book. Read more »

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Woodworking Shaker Furniture Collection

Ajax Alexandre — Sat, 26 Nov 2011 05:00:30 +0000

Here is the ultimate gift for the woodworker who appreciates Shaker furniture – at 45 percent off! Click here to buy The Shaker Collection now! The clean lines and timeless design of Shaker furniture make it easy to integrate into any home, and the solid joinery means your work will last a lifetime and … Read more »

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The New Traditional Woodworker

Ajax Alexandre — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 05:00:46 +0000

Here’s a gift idea that every woodworker will appreciate. On sale, saving you 34 percent! Working Wood, Not Machining It If you’re more interested in working with wood rather than machining it, you will be relieved to learn that expensive powered machinery isn’t required to build furniture. You can also forget the dust masks, … Read more »

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Wood Finishing 101 – The Step-by-Step Guide

Ajax Alexandre — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 05:00:49 +0000

Here’s a great gift idea! Save 31 percent on Flexner’s latest must-have book on finishing. Wood finishing doesn’t have to be complicated or confusing. It can be “boiled down” to simple step-by-step instructions. And that’s what this book offers; no science, no art, just easily-to-follow directions with lots of pictures to show you every step … Read more »

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