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As John Swanson states, “A box with a friction fit lid is nice; a box with a threaded lid is extra special.” In this book, John takes the reader through every step necessary to create...

Throughout history people have sought ways to mark their passing and to memorialize their loved ones’ final resting places. In this book, Dale Power provides you with the tools and techniques to create long lasting,...

Paul and Camille Bolinger present a how-to guide for creating whimsical wooden Christmas figures that sit on shelf edges to decorate all holiday homes. Inspirational as well as educational, Edge of Christmas contains the patterns...

Al Streetman takes devoted readers and beginning carvers alike back to the wonderful world of folk carving, which leaves less to “the rules” and more to the imagination! In older days, folk art was a...

Bottle spirits swirl around in bottles of all kinds. Sometimes they glimmer in the glass. You can always hear them if a breeze or your breath passes over the top of the bottle. But it's...

Debbie Barr captures the lighter side of women’s daily lives in her carvings, lives filled with triumphs and travails. Debbie takes her readers step-by-step through the process of transforming a block of basswood into a...

Cleve Taylor takes to the road, steering readers effortlessly through every step needed to carve an impressive and humorous caricature of a motorcyclist and his bike. Over 225 color photographs illustrate Cleve’s clear, concise instructions....

Gold leaf gilder and restoration artist Ellen Becker brings her years of experience to the table, sharing the long-guarded recipes of this ancient craft along with illustrated, step-by-step instructions for various gold leafing and restoration...

A detailed guide to building a custom wood strip canoe, featuring step-by-step instructions, color photos, and expert techniques. The Illustrated Guide to Wood Strip Canoe Building provides a comprehensive look at constructing a lightweight, durable,...

Tom Wolfe returns to an old friend of his, Santa Claus. In his own special way he leads the carver through each step of the carving process. The result is a traditional Santa in stride,...

Designing and making a coffee table represents a unique project for the craftperson, offering the reward and satisfaction of building a beautiful and yet fairly simple piece of furniture. A coffee table project requires forethought...

Accomplished carver and teacher Cleve Taylor takes to the hills, carving mountain men of years gone by. With clear, concise instructions—illustrated with over 225 color photographs, Cleve guides wood carvers through every step and tool...