Craftsman Furniture Projects: Timeless Designs and Trusted Techniques from Woodworking's Top Experts

Timeless Designs and Trusted Techniques from Woodworking's Top Experts

Creating furniture in the legendary Craftsman style—attractive, functional pieces with the clean lines and the trademark joinery—is easier than ever with this collection of 17 classic projects from the editors at Woodworker's Journal, (the most trusted name in the woodworking community.) Culled from the magazine's deep archives, these projects are perfect for woodworkers of any skill level; from those newly introduced to the popular Craftsman style to the advanced aficionados looking for more challenging designs.

Among the projects featured are a slatted bookcase, side and armchairs, tall stools, a wine cupboard, and much more. And, true to the Woodworker's Journal mission of both inspiring and informing, each project is accompanied by full-color images, detailed plans, expert instructions, and helpful tips to ensure your finished piece is of the highest quality and an instant classic.

Chris Marshall (Sunbury, OH) is the author of dozens of books and hundreds of magazine articles on woodworking and home improvement. He is a contributing editor at The Woodworker s Journal.

 

One of the most respected magazines in the field, brings the voice of expert woodworkers to its readers. The publishers believe in a "community" approach to woodworking, where good design is not a secret to be guarded, but shared, and woodworkers learn from one another's mistakes and successes.

Darrell Peart has an extensive background in both commercial and custom furniture making. After starting his woodworking career in high-end furniture shops, he discovered the American Arts and Crafts Movement in 1989, and was coon captivated by the works of Charles and Henry Greene. Darrell resides in Renton, Washington. His work may be viewed at his website: furnituremaker com.

John English is a contributing editor of Woodcraft Magazine and a former editor of Today's Woodworker. His work has appeared in numerous woodworking magazines, including American How-To, Fine Woodworking, and Woodshop News, and his syndicated how-to and home repair columns have appeared in newspapers across the United States. He is the author of The Building Buddy, Toys & Accessories, Woodworking Essentials, and Workshop Projects. He lives in Casper, Wyoming.