Pages: 128

Dimensions: 280 x 216 mm

Publication Date: 01-02-2012

Covering all aspects of wood-turning, this manual features 20 practical projects with tips and techniques that can be used on both the mini and full-size lathe. Combining introductory and advanced projects - such as surface treatments and creating pens - with tips on how to avoid common, costly mistakes, readers will find themselves quickly mastering this craft. Chapters on how to properly introduce children to the art of turning so that their safety and enjoyment can both be maximized are included.

Pages: 96

Dimensions: 215 x 280 x 6 mm

Publication Date: 01-11-2005

Pages: 128

Dimensions: 216 x 280 x 13 mm

Publication Date: 01-09-2009

Providing the plans and instructions for an heirloom-quality dollhouse and sturdy doll furniture, this guide is written with the home woodworker in mind. All the projects are made with tools commonly found in home workshops, and every set of instructions follows a detailed step-by-step process. Simpler projects are suitable for beginners, and several challenging projects are intended for advanced woodworkers. Modular plans allow adjustments to the size of the house, and there are several options for adding charming details such as gingerbread trim. Furniture projects include an armoire, a chest of drawers, a canopy bed, a classic trunk, a grandfather clock, a rocking chair, a tea table, and a school desk.

Pages: 199

Dimensions: 216 x 279 x 15 mm

Publication Date: 01-04-2009

Now in its second edition, Whitewater Kayaking has become the established, definitive guide on the sport. Drawing on the combined 30+ years of experience of world-renowned paddlers and instructors Ken Whiting and Kevin Varette, this comprehensive guide covers everything from the most basic skills and concepts to the most advanced, cutting-edge paddling techniques. Whatever you need, you'll find it in this essential whitewater kayaking reference.

Pages: 263

Dimensions: 230 x 229 x 15 mm

Publication Date: 01-05-2011

Written for both whitewater and sea kayakers, this book provides novice kayakers with foundation skills and step-by-step instruction for the standard rolls, and experienced paddlers can learn how to execute advanced rolling techniques

Pages: 88

Dimensions: 230 x 229 x 7 mm

Publication Date: 01-04-2011

Delightful Decorations and Gifts to Make with Your Scroll Saw



Create holiday masterpieces for the home, family and friends with the tried-and-true scroll saw projects and patterns from the archives of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts. This collection of holiday favourites features fretwork, compound-cuts, intarsia, and inlay projects for ornaments, wreaths, Santas, portraits, candleholders and more.



Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations also features a stunning gallery of work. Readers will gain information and inspiration from some of scrolling's leading experts including Judy Gale Roberts, Kathy Wise, Sue Mey, Paul Meisel, John Nelson, Theresa Ekdom, Tom Sevy, Volker Arnold, and more. There is a project inside Big Book of Christmas Ornaments and Decorations for everyone, from beginners to advanced craftsmen. With step-by-step instructions and colour photos, readers are guaranteed a very merry scrolling experience.



Some of the projects inside:

Vintage Fretwork Sleigh Scene

Poinsettia Wreath

Inlay Snowman Ornaments

12-Piece Intarsia Nativity Set

Christmas Card Tree

Bind: paperback

Pages: 159

Dimensions: 216 x 278 mm

Publication Date: 01-12-2011

Giving a hand-carved Christmas ornament or gift is as much fun as it is to make one. This compilation of favourite Christmas carving projects from the archives of Woodcarving Illustrated includes projects and patterns for delightful carvings made from clothespins, caricature ornaments, a Christmas stocking, whittled pencils that make great gifts, a folk art tree topper, an evergreen tree with painting instructions, lovely earrings and much more. And of course, there are many Santa projects as well.

Handcarved Christmas’s projects and patterns are from some of carving’s leading experts including Shawn Cipa, Floyd Rhadigan, Chris Pye, Don Dearolf, Rick Jensen, Robert Biermann, and Sandy Smith. There’s a project inside this Best of Woodcarving Illustrated collection for everyone, from beginners to advanced craftsmen. With step-by-step instructions and colour photos, readers are guaranteed a very merry carving experience.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 142

Dimensions: 216 x 278 mm

Publication Date: 01-12-2011

Keeping chickens is a trend that just keeps on growing, even for city dwellers. With this book, today's modern farmer will find plans and construction techniques for making seven different chicken coops, along with interesting chicken facts and recipes for eggs. Experienced farmer, woodworker and author Chris Gleason's hip eye for design, combined with sound woodworking techniques make the coops both attractive and sturdy. Practical information such as how to properly size a coop and how to source reclaimed materials is included. Don't miss the authors 'tour de coop' where he visits coops from other backyard farmers to find out why they keep chickens and what lessons they have to share with others interested in doing so. This book offers a whimsical and fresh perspective that reflects today's backyard farmer.

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 190 x 229 x 11 mm

Publication Date: 01-08-2011

Akin to having a one-on-one carving course with a master carver, this resource--a collection of tips and tricks honed over many years--mentors newcomers and serious beginning woodcarvers alike. A comprehensive guide for those who want to learn carving, this manual provides a handful of lessons, including how to choose the best woods, safe tool-handling tips, making cuts, and executing a variety of techniques. The careful step-by-step instructions that are explained in a warm conversational voice help novice crafters find quick success and encouragement as they work on a number of carving motifs and three projects for both relief and in-the-round styles. For serious beginners eager to know more about a timeless craft, this go-to reference provides an answer to every question.

Pages: 160

Dimensions: 218 x 281 x 10 mm

Publication Date: 01-09-2010