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• CHRIS CHILDS PROJECTS FOR WOODTURNERS

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  This is a series of articles from Woodturning magazine. The book shows how to make a variety of stylish and practical items. There are more than 20 projects from a standard lamp to bowls, lidded boxes, pestle and mortar, candlesticks, wall light, miniature clock, and more. Child is a professional turner and teacher operating our of the family firm, Peter Child Woodturning Supplies.

• MATERIALS THEIR CHOICE PREPARATION AND VARIOUS MODES OF WORKING THEM.

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  One of the 5 volume TURNING AND MECHANICAL MANIPULATION" by Holtzapffels. Covers in detail the full range of materials that can be used, why they are chosen, how they are prepared and how they are to be worked. Descriptions are given of the ornamental characteristics and stability of the many woods useful for joinery and turnery. Also included is bone, shell, ivory, horn, how they are prepared, cut, bent, joined, etc. Metal work is also included. The 5 volume Holtzapffel is now available. See 16-8, 16-99, 16-100 and 16-118.

• THE ALL NEW WOODWORKING FOR KIDS

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  The All-New Woodworking for Kids takes an already popular book and gives it more: more projects children will love and more information in an expanded introductory section on tools, materials, techniques, and safety. Plus, this invaluable guide—one of the rare woodworking volumes created especially for kids—has been completely redesigned with thoroughly contemporary photographs. Of the nearly 40 projects included, 15 are brand-new and 25 have been redesigned. So now it’s even easier and more fun for kids to handmake a bench for their own workshop, create a DVD storage cube that spins, build a doggie diner, or craft adjustable stilts, a box with a secret drawer, and many other long-lasting items.

• TURNING SALT & PEPPER SHAKERS AND MILLS#

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  Subtitle: : 30 Projects for turners of all levels Please pass the salt! And pepper! This first ever book dedicated to turning salt and pepper shakers and mills will guide turners in creating small projects that are practical and beautiful, perfect for yourself or to give as a handmade gift. The 30 step-by-step projects, rated by level of difficulty, are fairly easy to finish and use only small amounts of expensive materials. While turning wood is the focus, author Chris West also shows how the same design can be reconceived using different accessories—like glass, metals, or ceramics—and assembly methods. The designs include both traditional and CrushGrind mechanisms, which allow for more flexibility and grinding options (for coarse or fine grit). A gallery of work from internationally recognized turners rounds out this craft-pleasing book filled with beautiful pieces.

• DECORATIVE WOODCARVING: Accessories for the Home

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  With the guiding words of a master carver like Fred Wilbur, any woodcarver can learn the techniques of architectural carving. In his newest book, Wilbur illustrates how to use historic ornamentation to accent items for the home, like classically carved bookends, an heirloom jewelry box, a cabinet for storing CD's and so much more. Perfect for carvers of all skill levels, this reference takes readers from start to finish with detailed instructions and step-by-step photography. Best of all, carvers completing these projects will acquire the skills to design and complete their own decorative woodcarvings.

• The Wisdom of Our Hands: Crafting, a Life

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  A guide to living fully by learning the wisdom of authentic manual work.