Learn many of the techniques the Amish use in making their furniture with this basic guide. Woodworking Basics: Mastering the Essentials of Craftsmanship: "(A) traditional approach to teaching, with the idea that learning basic skills is essential to craftsmanship. In the process, the book covers all the bases, from working with hand tools to cutting dovetails."
The deceptively simple art of making bentwood furniture. Making Bent Willow Furniture: "(This) has traditionally been passed down from generation to generation. Now with their simple instructions and wide range of beginning to advanced projects, everyone can enjoy making bent willow furnishings that bring the serenity and beauty of the outdoors to any decorating scheme."
Simply beautiful. The Furniture of Sam Maloof: "An exploration of the life and work of America's most distinguished craftsman. Sam Maloof (born 1916) is revered for both the beauty and the integrity of his furniture and his pioneering role in the American craft movement. The ravishing examples in this book trace Maloof's remarkable career in woodworking from his humble beginnings to his position today as America's most celebrated furniture designer and craftsman."
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