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The often-intimidating art of chairmaking is explained in this book of expert patterns and tips for creating seven elegant chairs. Through each project, craftspeople learn increasingly complex skills that build upon each other, making the manual a complete education in all of the basic chairmaking techniques. The straightforward plans and methods make the designs - such as a child's ladderback chair and even armchairs - accessible for home woodworkers. Illuminating discussions of construction and design fundamentals, along with an appendix on oils and waxes to give projects the finishing touch, round out this exploration of the art of building comfortable chairs.
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Chairmaking and Design just won the 1998 Stanley Award
Chairmaking and Design just won the 1998 Stanley Award for the best "how to" book of the year. The companion video Chairmaking Techniques also won top honors in the video category. The Stanley Award is given each year by Stanley Tools and the National Association of Home and Workshop Writers to encourage excellence in the field of how-to writing. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Chairmaking and Design just won the 1998 Stanley Award for the best "how to" book of the year. The companion video Chairmaking Techniques also won top honors in the video category. The Stanley Award is given each year by Stanley Tools and the National Association of Home and Workshop Writers to encourage excellence in the field of how-to writing. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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a good book well received as a gift. practical and beautiful products.
great american classic bedroom furniture, the guy deserves his reputation
great american classic bedroom furniture, the guy deserves his reputation
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I purchased this book about eighteen-months ago based on the recommendation of a friend. I was looking to build an arm chair for the final year of my college project and, looking back now one-year on, I really don't think I could've achieved so much without this book.
When viewing a publication that has originated from 'across the pond', there are always going to be conflicts between the terminology we both uses ('rebate' vs. 'rabbet', for example) and working methods that involve the removal or ignorance of appropriate guarding but, that aside, this is a truly excellent reference for anyone designing a chair, regardless of whether it's your first of your fifteenth.
It's a good read, some (if not all) of the varied designs are going to pique an interest with you and you'll learn all about the important of certain angles, heights and how to find a comfortable seating position for several different situations, along the way.
Highly worthy of a place on any woodworker's bookshelf!
When viewing a publication that has originated from 'across the pond', there are always going to be conflicts between the terminology we both uses ('rebate' vs. 'rabbet', for example) and working methods that involve the removal or ignorance of appropriate guarding but, that aside, this is a truly excellent reference for anyone designing a chair, regardless of whether it's your first of your fifteenth.
It's a good read, some (if not all) of the varied designs are going to pique an interest with you and you'll learn all about the important of certain angles, heights and how to find a comfortable seating position for several different situations, along the way.
Highly worthy of a place on any woodworker's bookshelf!
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
The essential guide to chairmaking.
5 Dec 1999
Format:Paperback
Right from the opening sentence you will know that you have purchased a well written book by a very experienced chairmaker. Jeff Miller's book is not just filled with terrific plans, instead an emphasis is placed on design. Design decisions, pitfalls, and compromises are all covered in detail. Great for the intermediate or advanced woodworker.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Pretty much all you could ask
12 Nov 2003
Format:Paperback
This is really an excellent book for a woodworker seeking guidance with the particular challenges of chairbuilding.
Most chapters cover some particular chair of the author's creation. Don't worry about whether Miller's designs will appeal or not. Plans are included, but copying them really isn't the point. They're presented here as case studies in conceptualization and construction, with lessons that are widely applicable. For example, how to accurately lay out and cut angled tenons, how to obtain a flat surface on an otherwise curved leg, how to fashion a slip seat, etc. And throughout, Miller details a bunch of clever jigs and methods of work.
A caution: familiarity with the ABCs of furnituremaking and access to some modicum of shop stuff is assumed here. This isn't a beginning woodworking text, which only makes sense, given the subject.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
First rate
16 Dec 1999
Format:Paperback
I have attended several of Jeff's woodworking classes. He is not only a first rate woodworker, he is a first rate instructor. Even if you don't feel ready to try chair making, this book is worth having for the techniques you can learn.
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