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  • Popular Woodturning Projects vol 2

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    In part one Reg Slack explains and demonstrates in detail how to turn a goblet, an egg and a natural edged bowl. In part 2 he turns a paper mill and a large mirror frame and demonstrates slender turni...

  • Working with Power Tools

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    Power tools make many tasks in woodworking, carpentry and home improvements faster and more efficient, but choosing the right tool for the job and using it properly can mean the difference between gre...

  • Measuring Furniture for Reproduction

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    In this DVD, Phil Lowe shows you how to take measurements of an exisiting piece, create a set of plans, and then reproduce the piece in the workshop. You'll also learn how to make freehand sketches, u...

  • Great Book of Woodburning

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    Nationally-known artist, Lora Irish, reveals her secrets in this complete woodburning resource. Beginner and advanced pyrographers alike benefit from the 30 original traceable line patterns and the cl...

  • Whittling Little Folk

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    A single carving knife and an afternoon is all that is needed to create one of the charming little characters in this book. The whittled little folk are full of personality, from the Monk, to the Poli...

  • Veneering, Marquetry and Inlay

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    Looking for a way to expand your woodworking repertoire? Here you will find technical advice and information on everything from sawing your own veneers to creating inlay patterns freehand. There’s e...

  • Treasure Chests

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    Before there were safes, a large wooden box was the place to lock up valuables to keep them secure. Chests are universal and ancient in origin, one of the oldest forms of furniture. Whatever their c...

  • Dennis White Teaches Woodturning 5- Classic Profiles

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    From Georgian furniture legs to Victorian balusters - traditionally decorated with beads, hollows, fillets and other shapes - the correct setting out and turning sequences are exhibited here....

  • Carving a Figure

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    Established woodcarver Ray Gonzalez is renowned for his spectacular carvings of the female form. Clear step-by-step demonstrations cover every stage of the process in this inspirational DVD, testament...

  • Making Mortise and Tenon Joints

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    Woodworkers rely on the versatile mortise-and-tenon joint for making sturdy frames, panels, stools, tables and stands. Frank Klausz shows you how to make the joint cleanly and quickly, using hand tool...