This book provides a graduated course of work suitable for schools of
various types and amateurs who wish to take up the fascinating hobby of
woodwork. All the designs have been carried out and the construction
reduced to its simplest form, consistent with good work. Complete with
photographs and handy information on each piece, this text is perfect
for those with little experience and makes for a worthy addition to
collections of woodworking literature. The chapters of this book
include: 'Halving Joint', 'Tee Halving Joint', 'Dovetail Tee Halving',
'Angle Bride Joint', 'A Watch Stand', 'The Mortice and Tenon Joint', 'A
Small Inlaid Bracket', 'A Small Stool in Oak', 'The Common Dovetail', 'A
Knife Box and Small Tray', 'A Stop Dovetail', 'A Towel Airer', 'A coffee
Table', 'A Swing Mirror', 'A Corner Cupboard', and many more. We are
happy to republish this antique book here complete with a new
introduction on making and restoring furniture.