Is it possible for newcomers to furniture making to create original, extraordinary projects—beautiful yet practical, from the plans of leading designers? Yes,

Offers instructions on how to design wood furniture, discussing design elements, how to create drawings and materials lists, sizing, and small shop consideratio

Step-by-step instructions, illustrations for constructing handsome, useful pieces, among them a Sheraton desk, Chippendale chair, Spanish desk, Queen Anne table

Guide to easy-to-make furniture using inexpensive wood with detailed instructions and illustrations, including coffee table, sundial, kitchen cabinet.

An illustrated reference guide to furniture making, including material characteristics and properties, necessary equipment, techniques, and tips on component co