With this book, learn how to properly maintain a boat for years of trouble free, smooth sailing. From repairing scratched & worn hulls & decks, to fixing engines & tightening fittings, readers will learn to take care of their boat so that it will provide years of enjoyment. This is a comprehensively detailed guide with step-by-step information & charts on what to do when & how, such as how to protect a boat from harsh weather. Also

Includes:: interesting historical details & examples from real-life events.

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Now woodworkers of any skill level will be able to easily make their own decorative & functional boxes, using just one tool
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Practical, versatile & great to build, cabinets are one of the most popular of woodworking projects & this book brings you 16 of the best storage-furniture designs from some of the finest woodworkers. With everything from a simple toy chest & an innovative anglers cabinet, to an elegant cherry china closet
- this book delivers plenty of creative solutions for your home storage problems. Plus, there are projects suitable for every woodworking skill level
- from the enthusiastic beginner to the seasoned professional. Each project

Includes:: detailed plans, expert instructions & helpful tips to ensure that your finished piece looks great & is long-lasting.



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An amazing & must-have volume, with 30 active & emeritus members of the exclusive Caricature Carvers of America.

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Caricature Carving delves into the realm of comic expressionism thanks to artists like Pete Le Clair, Ross Oar, Phil Bishop & Arnold Smith. Discover fun projects, tips & techniques from these experts, as well as a gallery of their work to spur the imagination for unique creations. This contains a collection of 30 of the best caricature carving projects from the pages of Woodcarving Illustrated. Both beginner & experienced caricature carvers will find this book a useful reference. A plethora of amusing figures such as vikings, bears, gnomes, hobos, sports figures & cowboys are presented to provide inspiration. ...

In addition to explaining the basics of safety & set-up, this handy reference will help woodworkers get the most for their money by getting the most from their equipment. From ripping wood to circle cutting, discover the techniques & tips needed to maximize a saws performance. Even expert woodworkers will wish this was the manual that originally came with their new portable saw. ...

Direct from the pages of Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts comes a collection of 29 favourite projects & patterns for the most unique wooden boxes. From delicate fretwork jewellery boxes to creatively shaped one-of-a-kind pieces that hold everything from poker chips to flags; the reader will discover projects to inspire their creativity no matter what their level of scrolling expertise. This book treats the reader to the work of artists such as John A. Nelson, Robert Ardizzoni, Sue Chrestensen, Kenneth Campbell, Gary Mac Kay & many more. Along with their beautiful designs, there are also expert step-by-step instructions along with all of the crisp photos, detailed patterns & tips & techniques needed to guarantee box-making success. ...

This is the first complete reference from David Ellsworth, the ‘grandfather’ of the contemporary wood art movement. & never before has he provided everything woodworkers & artists need to know to replicate his highly evolved techniques & signature style. Step-by-step directions & crisp, absorbing photographs show exactly how Ellsworth creates an open bowl, a natural-edged bowl, & an astounding hollow vessel featuring a tiny opening & coin-thin walls. For anyone new to the lathe, Ellsworth on Woodturning provides expert tips for getting started. Intermediate & advanced turners will appreciate advice on everything from working with green wood to design to tool making & sharpening. ...

Fixtures & Chucks to Make for Woodturning will help woodturners save money, expand their abilities & master new challenges, giving them more success & confidence at the lathe. It gathers all the essential information about woodturning chucks & fixtures in one place for the first time, making it more accessible. More than merely a reference for dedicated turners, this book is designed to help both beginners & advanced turners improve their skills & broaden the range of projects they tackle at the lathe, by presenting a carefully crafted combination of how to advice & interesting, engaging projects. The book explains how to get the most from commercial chucks, centres & faceplates. It also shows how readers can make their own, tailoring the wood holders precisely to the work they want to do. ...

Taking the fear out of chainsaws by emphasising safe handling practices, this resource aims to put raw power in the hands of its readers. With step-by-step colour photographs throughout, 12 of the most common household chainsaw operations
- such as cutting firewood, taking down small trees, trimming branches, grooming hedges, & making lumber
- are tackled with expert advice & sure-handed guidance. With an additional section devoted to chainsaw types, potential buyers can also assess which size & type of chainsaw best meets their needs. Also included is an appendix that has useful technical information & identifies the parts of a chainsaw & how each functions.

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