The Basics of Craftsmanship

Back by popular demand, these classic woodworking titles from Fine Woodworking magazine are filled with first-rate information that is as timeless now as it was when first published. The Basics of Craftsmanship is a soup-to-nuts overview of woodworking. You'll find everything from professional advice on setting up a shop to detailed step-by-step instructions for a first project. It's an excellent guidebook for a novice starting out on the road to becoming a craftsman, but holds many surprises for the seasoned expert. This volume is the first in a series that collects classic articles from issues of Fine Woodworking magazine published in 1994-1999. Practical and easy to use, these books will provide an invaluable reference library for any woodworker. Includes articles on:Setting up and maintaining a shopBasic tools and materials for every woodshopFundamental tool techniques for building all types of furnitureSimple first projects in a step-by-step formatChoosing a foolproof finish and finishing techniques