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Crafty Reads: Woodworking May 2021
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The complete manual of woodworking
by Albert Jackson
Encompassing all facets of the woodworking craft, this detailed handbook ranges from a history of woodworking, to a discussion of the principles of design, to instruction in tools, materials, and techniques
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Taunton's complete illustrated guide to woodworking
by Lonnie Bird
The latest edition in a series of woodworking reference books provides comprehensive coverage of woodworking fundamentals, including 1,200 easy-to-follow photographs and drawings. 12,500 first printing.
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Basic woodworking [electronic resource] : all the skills and tools you need to get started
by Jim Bowman
Illustrated with hundreds of full-color photographs, Basic Woodworking helps beginners learn the fundamentals of working with wood and avoid frustration and injury in the process. Following a complete introduction to both hand tools and woodworking machines, the book guides readers step-by-step, from start to finish, through several simple projects--including a cutting board, peg shelf, and step stool--and, along the way, builds a foundation of knowledge by teaching the essential skills that will serve them in future woodworking endeavors.
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Small Shop Projects
Learn how to transform small scraps into beautiful treasures with woodworker Jim Cummins. Features how to match grain in hexagonal boxes, set up the saw for multi-sided boxes, create a sliding lid, and how to build a puzzle box.
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Mastering your bandsaw
Mark Duginske shows you how to precisely tune and accurately use your bandsaw to achieve optimum performance. You'll see how to change blades effortlessly, resaw boards from firewood, cut veneer and much more.
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Wood Finishing Basics
Visit three woodfinishing experts who teach how to achieve beautiful results in a home workshop. See how to apply stains and glazes, learn about polyurethane and water-based varnishes, and see how to brush on, wipe on, and spray on a varnish finish.
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Router joinery
Gary Rogowski shows how routers can be used to cut a wide variety of joints quickly and accurately. He demonstrates how to set up both hand-held and table-mounted routers for joinery operations.
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Framing Floors & Stairs
Gives step-by-step instructions on the entire process of framing a floor of a basic 1,600 sq. ft. house. Topics include sills, joists, posts and girders, sheathing floors.
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