Woodworking

Author: Nancy MacDonald
Edition: 001
Product Type: Bound Book
ISBN 13: 9781401862800
ISBN 10: 1401862802
Copyright: 2009

Price: $139.95

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Description:

User-friendly and complete with full-color photos and illustrations, Woodworking offers a comprehensive guide for beginning woodworkers and aspiring cabinetmakers alike. Beginning with a brief introduction to the industry, as well as descriptions of the tools and materials used in the trade, the book then progresses on to illustrate and explain the hands-on skills that are essential to success in project creation. Step-by-step projects are accompanied by engaging photos and illustrations that walk through the process of building wood products, including tables and chairs, chests, cabinet-making, and more! These projects provide learners with a sense of accomplishment as they demonstrate their skills through successful completion of a finished product.

Features:

A chapter on safety, in addition to "Safety" notes highlighted in the chapters, emphasizes the importance of practicing caution in working with woodworking tools and materials.
Step-by-step "Procedures" integrated into the chapters allow learners to learn individual tasks to ensure successful completion of a project.
Uniquely designed to encourage the progression to more advanced techniques, each chapter includes a step-by-step "Build-It" project for the beginner, and "Project Challenge" for the more experienced woodworker.
"Woodworking Tips" and other featured facts highlighted in the chapters provide insightful and engaging information to further encourage success in building projects
A chapter on career opportunities and entrepreneurship provides the committed builder with information on how to succeed in the industry

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