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Woodworkers of all skill levels will find inspiration and practical advice in this collection of the wisdom of 30 expert woodcarvers who create their art exclusively from found materials. Each artist is highlighted through extensive interviews, beautiful photographs of finished work, and step-by-step instructions for the techniques used. Topics include the qualities of a variety of woods, where to find usable wood, how to work with cracks and knots, and what tools are needed to make the best of what nature has to offer.
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In this collection of 29 projects, woodworkers of all skill levels are taught several variations of chip carvingthe timeless art of decorating a wood surface by removing chips of wood with short triangular-shaped cutsincluding basic chip carving, line carving, shallow-chip carving, and highly stylized European chip carving. Featuring patterns from a host of preeminent chipcarverssuch as Barry McKenzie, Dennis Moor, Darrell Jannsen, and Roger Strautmanthis handy guidebook includes Christmas ornaments, a beautiful line-carved birdhouse, a handsome chip-carved chess set, and fun chip-carved golf balls with intricate, geometrical designs.
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This is the second volume of the five volume work "Turning and Mechanical Manipulation". This volume was originally written in 1846 and the reprint is from the 1875 edition. This is an invaluable reference work which discusses various types of chisels, plane irons, turning, boring and screw cutting tools, saws, files, shears and punches, vises, and planing and shaping machines. This volume has long been out of print and its appearance is quite welcome.
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Step-by-step installation instructions for just about any residential construction, remodeling or repair task you're likely to face. Most major installations are covered in alphabetical order from Acoustic Tile to Wood Flooring. Included is a CD-ROM with all the material in the book. It offers search features and you can print the instructions for any job, capture the illustrations to include on a bid you are submitting, or cut and paste into an e-mail. Just a few of the subjects covered are; doors, drywall, brick, cabinets, electrical, glass block, plaster, plumbing, insulation, HVAC, trim, decks and porches. Installing moulding, roll roofing, aluminum and wood siding, cutting concrete block, drywall hanging and repairing and much, much more. This will be a great investment for the contractor and handyman. Regular $65.00 Special $52.00
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Whittling is a fun past time for those just starting to carve, and those who have been carving for years. This book is filled with great little projects and games that are enjoyable to make and enjoyable to use.
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Subtitle: "150 Smart Ways to Save Money and Make Your Home More Comfortable and Green". Offering eye-opening incentives and easily achievable methods, Harley's uncluttered and organized approach will not only benefit the environment, it will help anyone reduce their heating, cooling, and electrical expenses. Highlighted by numbered tips and techniques for easy reference, the book presents a treasure trove of simple and inexpensive ways for cutting energy costs by up to 20% -- and even 40% in some cases.