Marquetry is a technique where different natural colors of wood veneers are carefully cut to fit precisely together, creating a spectacular design in a single sheet or picture. In the mid 16th century, Italian craftsmen began using marquetry as a furniture decorating art. Using a technique called the double-bevel cut, the novice to advanced woodworker is led through a fully illustrated step-by-step process from the design to the finish. Hundreds of color photographs demonstrate in detail how to saw your own veneers out of solid wood planks, the tools and materials required, using the scroll saw and the fret saw, choosing woods for color and grain, design tips, shading with hot sand, and finishing. Four patterns ranging from simple to challenging projects are included as is an extended gallery of finished works to inspire the marquetarian in you.

The Art of Marquetry (Schiffer Book for Woodworkers)

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Stevens, Craig

Crafts & Hobbies

Schiffer Craft

Designing and making a coffee table represents a unique project for the craftperson, offering the reward and satisfaction of building a beautiful and yet fairly simple piece of furniture. A coffee table project requires forethought and planning. It also helps to develop confident handskills and the attitude to do one's best, especially for someone just beginning to explore furniture making. Creating Coffee Tables: An Artistic Approach takes the novice as well as the advanced woodworker through a fully illustrated step-by-step process from design to applying a finish. Drawing from his study at the renowned College of the Redwoods Fine Woodworking Program, cabinetmaker and author Craig Vandall Stevens takes the craftsperson through the sequence of events necessary to design and build a coffee table. 350 detailed photographs illustrate selecting and laying out lumber, the use of woodworking machines and handtools, sharpening, milling and preparing parts, joinery, resawing and making sawn veneers, shaping with handtools, assembly, and choosing and applying a finish.

Creating Coffee Tables: An Artistic Approach: An Artistic Approach (Schiffer Book for Woodworkers)

Antiques & Collectibles

Book by Stevens, Craig, Brown, Dawn, Barnard, Carol, Cuddapah, Kathy, Mitchell, Laila, Eby, Rob

Financial Management Handbook for Associations and Nonprofit

Association Management Press,U.S.

Dirt Bike Mania (Insane Speed)

Dirt bikes are motorcycles that are made for riding off-road. Get the facts on dirt bike parts, how fast they can go, and why they are good for racing and performing tricks.

Children's Books

Literature & Fiction

Crabtree Seedlings

Monster Truck Mania (Insane Speed)

Monster trucks are bigger and louder than regular trucks and have gigantic wheels. Get the facts on the size and parts of a monster truck, competitions, and the amazing tricks and stunts they can do.

Snowmobile Mania (Insane Speed)

Snowmobiles are made for zooming over snow and ice. Get the facts on the parts of a snowmobile, how they grip the ice, and how snowmobiles are used for work, rescues, and for fun.

Street Bike Mania (Insane Speed)

Street bikes are motorcycles and other sport bikes that people like to ride for fun. Get the facts on the parts of a motorcycle, how it works, and driver safety gear.

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Books by Stevens, Craig

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The Art of Marquetry (Schiffer Book for Woodworkers)

Creating Coffee Tables: An Artistic Approach: An Artistic Approach (Schiffer Book for Woodworkers)

Financial Management Handbook for Associations and Nonprofit

Dirt Bike Mania (Insane Speed)

Monster Truck Mania (Insane Speed)

Snowmobile Mania (Insane Speed)

Street Bike Mania (Insane Speed)

Dirt Bike Mania (Insane Speed)

Monster Truck Mania (Insane Speed)

Snowmobile Mania (Insane Speed)