Author: James Krenov
Publisher: Linden Publishing
ISBN: 9780941936590
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Cabinetmaking at the highest level is an art, a discipline, a philosophy--even a way of life--in addition to being a useful craft. In this book one of the greatest living cabinetmakers reflects on the deeper meanings of his craft and explains for less accomplished workers how the right attitudes toward materials, tools, and time can increase the joys of this complex activity. Craftspeople in every medium will be inspired by this account of getting started and developing habits that lessen the difficulties of a complex craft.
A Cabinetmaker's Notebook
Author: James Krenov
Publisher: Linden Publishing
ISBN: 9780941936590
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Cabinetmaking at the highest level is an art, a discipline, a philosophy--even a way of life--in addition to being a useful craft. In this book one of the greatest living cabinetmakers reflects on the deeper meanings of his craft and explains for less accomplished workers how the right attitudes toward materials, tools, and time can increase the joys of this complex activity. Craftspeople in every medium will be inspired by this account of getting started and developing habits that lessen the difficulties of a complex craft.
Publisher: Linden Publishing
ISBN: 9780941936590
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Cabinetmaking at the highest level is an art, a discipline, a philosophy--even a way of life--in addition to being a useful craft. In this book one of the greatest living cabinetmakers reflects on the deeper meanings of his craft and explains for less accomplished workers how the right attitudes toward materials, tools, and time can increase the joys of this complex activity. Craftspeople in every medium will be inspired by this account of getting started and developing habits that lessen the difficulties of a complex craft.
James Krenov
Author: Brendan Gaffney
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733391672
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733391672
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
The Fine Art of Cabinetmaking
Author: James Krenov
Publisher: Linden Publishing
ISBN: 9781933502090
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
With continual themes of perfection of technique and building to the limits of one's skill, this authoritative resource provides in-depth instruction for mastering the craft of cabinetmaking. A bevy of topics, including the proper way to sharpen and hone tools, hollow grinding methodology, and obtaining proper grinding angles, are detailed in this comprehensive cabinet-making sourcebook. Lessons devoted to using and understanding various woods, including common or exotic pieces, learning how to read grain, and the pros and cons in working with air-dried wood versus kiln-dried wood, will educate any level of woodworker. Chapters devoted to resawing as well as problems and concerns due to moisture content and wood movement are also included.
Publisher: Linden Publishing
ISBN: 9781933502090
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
With continual themes of perfection of technique and building to the limits of one's skill, this authoritative resource provides in-depth instruction for mastering the craft of cabinetmaking. A bevy of topics, including the proper way to sharpen and hone tools, hollow grinding methodology, and obtaining proper grinding angles, are detailed in this comprehensive cabinet-making sourcebook. Lessons devoted to using and understanding various woods, including common or exotic pieces, learning how to read grain, and the pros and cons in working with air-dried wood versus kiln-dried wood, will educate any level of woodworker. Chapters devoted to resawing as well as problems and concerns due to moisture content and wood movement are also included.
Time, Taste and Furniture
Author: John Gloag
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Furniture, English
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Furniture, English
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Impractical Cabinetmaker
Author: James Krenov
Publisher: Linden Publishing
ISBN: 9780941936514
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Krenov invites the reader into his workshop where he shares his techniques and his uncompromising approach to craftsmanship, along with thoughts about his work and its place in the world. Photo sequences show how he composes a cabinet directly in the wood, without dimensioned drawings." -- Page 4 of cover.
Publisher: Linden Publishing
ISBN: 9780941936514
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"Krenov invites the reader into his workshop where he shares his techniques and his uncompromising approach to craftsmanship, along with thoughts about his work and its place in the world. Photo sequences show how he composes a cabinet directly in the wood, without dimensioned drawings." -- Page 4 of cover.
A Craftsman's Handbook
Author: Henry L. Lapp
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781561480142
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Craftsman's Handbook is a Good Books publication.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781561480142
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
Craftsman's Handbook is a Good Books publication.
Making Things Work
Author: Nancy Hiller
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781732210080
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781732210080
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
With Wakened Hands
Author: James Krenov
Publisher: Cambium
ISBN: 9781892836069
Category : Furniture design
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In the 20 years since he left Sweden and began teaching and writing in America, James Krenov has caused a quiet revolution among woodworkers and cabinetmakers. This volume presents photos of Krenov's own cabinets alongside furniture designed and made by his students. Included are short essays by Krenov, along with remarks by his former students on his role in their lives, their own views on craftsmanship, their material, and their lives as craftsmen. Krenov's thoughts on why he works with wood, on working with colour and figure variations in wood, and on crafsmanship will interest novice and experienced woodworkers alike.
Publisher: Cambium
ISBN: 9781892836069
Category : Furniture design
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
In the 20 years since he left Sweden and began teaching and writing in America, James Krenov has caused a quiet revolution among woodworkers and cabinetmakers. This volume presents photos of Krenov's own cabinets alongside furniture designed and made by his students. Included are short essays by Krenov, along with remarks by his former students on his role in their lives, their own views on craftsmanship, their material, and their lives as craftsmen. Krenov's thoughts on why he works with wood, on working with colour and figure variations in wood, and on crafsmanship will interest novice and experienced woodworkers alike.
The Furniture Masterworks of John and Thomas Seymour
Author: Robert D. Mussey
Publisher: Peabody Museum of Salem
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
An innovative social and cultural history of the British roots of Federal style furniture in Boston.
Publisher: Peabody Museum of Salem
ISBN:
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 488
Book Description
An innovative social and cultural history of the British roots of Federal style furniture in Boston.
Kitchen Think
Author: Nancy Hiller
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733391641
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733391641
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description