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• BUILDING AN AFFORDABLE HOUSE: TRADE SECRETS TO HIGH-VALUE, LOW-COST CONSTRUCTION

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  If you are a builder, developer, or homeowner intent on getting the most from your new home construction or remodel budget, you need Building An Affordable House. This book gives you the insider techniques used every day by the best homebuilders in the country to save thousands of dollars on the cost of every home they build. Building An Affordable House will help you: * Add curb appeal on a budget * Cut costs and keep quality * Build savings into blueprints * Learn secrets of reducing material costs * Get subs on board from the get-go

• In-laws, Outlaws, and Granny Flats

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  In-Laws, Outlaws, and Granny Flats is the first book to explore the many designs, uses and benefits of this time-honored and emotionally satisfying living arrangement. In-law units take many forms and they’re all shown here: attic, basement and garage conversions, bump-out additions, carve-out suites, and backyard cottages. This book covers every aspect of turning one house into two homes. Its first four chapters deal with the specifics of assessing your needs, selecting an appropriate design, choosing space- and energy-saving appliances, and getting your plans approved. The book’s second half is a warm and engaging portfolio of in-law units and the families who created them: what needs prompted their decisions, which layouts worked best, and how they met life challenges with common sense, creativity and compassion. With more than 200 color photographs, 50 floor plans and architectural details, and a lively, personable voice, In-laws, Outlaws, and Granny Flats is perfect for homeowners who want richer lives and a more secure future.

• FWW: VIDEO WORKSHOP WOODTURNING BASICS

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  Woodturning – growing in popularity and fun to learn! It’s no wonder that woodturning is growing by leaps and bounds. It appeals to time-strapped woodworkers because you can turn out beautifully crafted objects in days rather than weeks and set up shop with minimal tools and materials. To start enjoying this satisfying craft, get Woodturning Basics, an instructional DVD – the perfect introduction to learning the ins and outs of turning. Learn as an expert walks you through the basics. With over 20 years of turning experience, Mike Mahoney provides an informative overview of the techniques you’ll learn and projects you can build after taking this workshop. And, unlike a live class, this DVD allows you to go back any time and review all or any part of the demonstration. Tools of the trade...tricks of the trade. This DVD answers your questions before you ask them. It familiarizes you with all the key elements of a wood lathe and how to assemble a basic kit of the most-used turning tools. You’ll also learn Mike’s secrets for keeping these tools razor sharp and in proper condition along with must-know techniques for drying and finishing your projects. Gorgeous projects you’ll be proud to call your own. Start by learning how to turn the most basic type of bowl to gain experience and confidence. Then move on to more advanced and artistic turning projects, including: •A natural-edge bowl that incorporates tree bark •A lidded box with perfectly matched grain •A stunning memorial urn turned from silver maple •An heirloom-quality pepper mill that’s built to last

• FOR PROS BY PROS: RENOVATING A KITCHEN

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• ELEMENTS OF WOODCARVING

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  A book of instruction and inspiration that explores design, material, and technique. The foundation stones of woodcarving. Pye offers ten projects that take you through the entire carving process. Carve in relief, in the round, in the realistic style and in the abstract. Discusses drawing, modeling, holding the work, finding ideas, and much more.