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The Woodworker's Technique Bible
by Paul Forrester

Publisher Apple Press
Edition Spiralbound

This book is available for pre-order only. It is expected in stock on 10 July 2009.

A complete step by step guide to essential woodwork techniques from choosing and cutting timber, to planning, measuring and marking, cutting, shaping and joining. Essential troubleshooting tips are supplied throughout for when things don’t quite go to plan. With this book you will learn to control power tools with accuracy, and how to select and use the ten essential hand tools that will give your work a beautiful hand-finished quality.

Price: £12.99

The Stanley Book of Woodworking, Revised Edition
by Mark Finney

Publisher Batsford
Edition Paperback

Your essential hand woodworking book – whether you’ve never picked up a plane before or want to improve on basic skills, The Stanley Book of Woodworking: Tools, Techniques and Projects, is the handbook you need. It explains clearly how to use the main tools, from saws, planes, chisels and hammers to braces and vices; then explains with step-by-step instructions, diagrams and colour photos all the key techniques, including planing, cutting and fitting joints, assembling and gluing up and finishing. To try out these techniques, the book provides projects to make six pieces of furniture.

Price: £15.99

The Ultimate Woodworking Course
by Nick Gibbs

Publisher Collins & Brown
Edition Hardback

The Ultimate Woodworking Course takes you stage by stage through the basic woodworking techniques. You will discover which materials, tools and techniques to use at each level, and how you can improve by extending your range of techniques and equipment. Throughout there are projects that illustrate the techniques that you are learning and helpful 'jargon busters' and 'tricks of the trade' to help you as you go.

Price: £20.00

Woodworking Made Easy
by Stephen Corbett

Publisher Southwater
Edition Paperback

Practical designs for wooden furniture, with 18 step-by-step projects and 360 photos and diagrams.

Price: £4.99

Woodworking Basics
by Peter Korn

Publisher Taunton
Edition Paperback

This book takes a classical approach to teaching woodworking, introducing fundamental tools and shop practice. Ideal for the advanced beginner seeking to master the basics of woodworking craftsmanship.

Price: £14.95

The Basics of Craftsmanship
Fine Woodworking Magazine

Publisher Taunton
Edition Paperback

An invaluable one-stop overview of woodworking basics. Topics covered include setting up a shop, materials, tools, techniques, projects and finishes.

Price: £14.95

Getting Started in Woodworking
by Aimé Ontario Fraser

Publisher Taunton
Edition Paperback

An up-beat and accessible introduction to woodworking that teaches basic skills through building attractive and useful furniture. The friendly tone inspires confidence and enthusiasm in the reader, especially those who have no experience using tools. Each project teaches specific skills, which can be applied later on, and results in a piece of furniture the reader will be proud to have made.

Price: £14.95

Woodwork Pattern Book
by A.P. Kettless

Publisher Batsford
Edition Paperback

The Woodwork Pattern Book contains over 80 practical projects that can be made by hand. This practical book helps you to develop your woodworking skills, not through a series of exercises, but by making objects that – whether simple or more advanced – are useful and well designed. Every project includes a pattern and detailed instructions, arranged by level of difficulty – from simple display shelves to your own garden shed or workshop. Packed with useful tips and hints, and featuring spotlights on individual techniques within every chapter, this book is the perfect way to progress while making practical and beautiful items in wood. Projects include:

Shelving • Book ends • Toolbox • Coffee table • Dining table and chairs • Garden furniture • Desk • Gate • Window frame • Workshop or garden shed • Household steps • Side table • Chest of drawers • Simple boat (word count 8000)

Price: £17.99

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