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• SHOPPING FOR FURNITURE: 2ND EDITION, A CONSUMER'S GUIDE

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  This fully updated 2nd edition is a must-have book for anyone shopping for residential furniture. Packed with facts, insider tips, and shopping strategies, author Len Lewin explains exactly what to look for to recognize the quality of a piece of furniture, what manufacturers are considered top flight and which are middle class, and how to know if you’re getting your furniture at a fair price. You’ll learn about: - distinguishing a real sales price from an everyday price - knowing which manufacturers are truly top-drawer - deciphering the Sunday newspaper furniture ads - finding the “can’t miss” furniture stores near you - making the right choices when selecting wood, upholstery, or leather furniture - how to work with a designer or decorator After reading this book, you’ll know exactly what you need to know in order to buy good, stylish furniture at a fair price, and you’ll never again be unprepared when you enter your local furniture store. Become a smart furniture shopped, and protect yourself from being taken advantage of!

• THE DUNLAP CABINETMAKERS: A TRADITION IN CRAFTSMANSHIP

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  The Dunlaps of New Hampshire began making fine furniture in the mid-1700s. Their distinctive tables, chests, chairs, and clockcases have their origins in the traditions that the Scots-Irish brought to the New World. Most Dunlap works are now in museums where they are studied by scholars, but thanks to the book's detailed scaled drawings and Donald Dunlap's construction notes, woodworkers can undertake the challenging proportions and ornament practiced by the Dunlaps. The 14 projects range from a simple knife box to an intricate tall clock and include a one-drawer stand, tea table, and desk. This is a wonderful book of plans, ideas, and inspiration.

• MAKING FURNITURE: PROJECTS AND PLANS

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  In this compilation of projects and plans from Furniture & Cabinetmaking magazine, veteran craftsman Mark Ripley puts 20 years’ worth of practical tips, refreshing ideas, and innovative approaches on the page. The 24 fully-diagrammed and illustrated designs here offer something to furniture-makers of all abilities, from a simple dining-room table to the more complex breakfront bookcase. And these projects don’t require a lavishly-equipped shop: each design requires little more than a bench, a small bandsaw, two or three portable power tools, and a basic kit of hand tools. Before diving into building plans, Ripley helps readers understand the basics of properly choosing materials and harmonizing the elements of furniture design.

• Blanket Chests

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  No project has more universal appeal among woodworkers at every skill level than the blanket chest. It’s a simple form — essentially a large box with a lid — and yet it can be complex, elaborate, and intricately detailed. This collection of 30 original designs by artisans from around the globe illustrates the versatility of the chest, one of the oldest forms of furniture. The book opens with an overview of chest-building techniques; following are the chests, each of which features design and construction details, working drawings, and technical details of the more challenging pieces. Chests range from traditional to contemporary and offer inspiration to woodworkers and furniture makers of all skill levels. Approximately 200 photos and 50 drawings illustrate these designs.

• THE POCKET HOLE DRILLING JIG PROJECT BOOK

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  How to make strong, simple joints with this time saving tool. Step-by-step instructions for using a pocket hole drilling jig to create joints in a wide range of projects. The jig is inexpensive and highly useful. Projects include cabinets, face frames, shelving units, frame and panel doors.

• THE FURNITURE OF SAM MALOOF - PB

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  This book examines a lifetime of production of fine furniture by Sam Maloof. His furniture is documented in over two hundred illustrations, ninety in color. Previously unpublished personal photos illustrate Maloof's credo that his life and work must be integrated. The book gives an insight into Maloof's relationship with major furniture designers and some valuable lessons in woodworking techniques and materials as well as the artisan lifestyle.