{"product_id":"live-edge-woodworking","title":"Live-Edge Woodworking","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn to make small household pieces, storage items, and furniture that celebrate the natural character of wood slabs!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"\u003eIf you come across a piece of live-edge wood at the lumberyard, you may think, “that’s beautiful, but what do I do with it?” Expert craftsman Chris Gleason is here to show you just how versatile live-edge wood can be for everyday projects. In his latest guide, he teaches intermediate woodworkers to use bark, knots, voids, cracks, and other features as a chance to highlight the raw beauty and uniqueness of the material. Start with a brief intro to material, tool, and safety considerations, and then follow along step-by-step to make 19 practical projects that utilize live-edge slabs in surprising ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"\u003eThe book includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n    \u003cli style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntroductory material\u003c\/strong\u003e on wood sourcing, key tools, safety considerations, and finishing options\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA brief interview with a sawyer, \u003c\/strong\u003ediscussing what it takes to turn logs into premium-grade lumber\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e19 step-by-step projects \u003c\/strong\u003efor everything from a stool and coffee table to a plant stand, wall cabinet, and trio of elegant chairs\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n    \u003cli style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhoto illustrations and materials\/tools lists\u003c\/strong\u003e for every project\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e[AuthorName]By Chris Gleason[\/AuthorName][AuthorBio]With 30 years of professional woodworking experience, \u003cstrong\u003eChris Gleason \u003c\/strong\u003eis a respected craftsman and the author of more than 12 books. Known for his innovative designs, Chris runs a thriving woodworking studio in upstate New York.\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003echrisgleasonwoodworker.com\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e[\/AuthorBio][NumIllustration]300+ color photos[\/NumIllustration][CoAuthor][\/CoAuthor][SubTitle]19 Rustic Projects With Character[\/SubTitle][ColorPattern]300+ color photos[\/ColorPattern]","brand":"Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":48737210302713,"sku":"9780764372476","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/7224\/5178\/files\/9780764372476.jpg?v=1785489982","url":"https:\/\/schifferbooks.com\/products\/live-edge-woodworking","provider":"Schifferbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}