Cedar Lane Press Livres

Build the workbench your shop needs. A well-built workbench is the keystone to any woodworker's shop. This is where a hefty percentage of the work takes place--where the project you're crafting is clamped, shaped, and assembled. Having a functional and comfortable-to-use workbench is a requirement for woodworking success. Take a look at these twelve classic workbench designs pulled from the pages of Popular Woodworking From knowledgeable writers like Christopher Schwarz, Glen D. Huey, and Robert W. Lang, there is a style of bench to suit any woodworker--from mobile to knockdown to heavyweight fixtures. And as any experienced shop owner knows, accessorizing your workbench is a requirement for maximum utility. After building your bench of choice, deck it out with clamps, bench hooks, and racks.

Build a Rugged Toolbox or Two Toolboxes are a unique type of woodworking project. Often, they're a newcomer's very first creation, meant to house the very tools used to craft the box. As that same woodworker accumulates more tools over the years and eventually realizes the need for a dedicated workshop, they'll find themselves in need of building even more racks, chests, and caddies--though that first banged-up toolbox is still nestled under the bench. Dive into this compilation of classic and practical toolbox projects pulled from the pages of Popular Woodworking, from knowledgeable woodworkers like Tommy MacDonald, Christopher Schwarz, and Robert W. Lang. With 23 selections to choose from, you'll find just the plans you need, whether you're looking for a compact caddy, a rugged-but-still-portable chest, or a handsomely crafted, many-drawered cabinet to crown your workbench.

Box projects for the home and workshop that you’ll actually use... When it comes to selecting a project, boxes are a popular choice for woodworkers. They’re small, don’t require a lot of material, and can be quick to build. They can offer technical challenges with regard to the joinery or shape. Best of all, they make a very welcome gift. But, sometimes–whether you’re a woodworker or not–you just need a good ‘ol box to organize, store, or simply protect your stuff. You don’t need a small, precious keepsake, you want a box, chest, or cabinet that’s sturdy, good-looking, and specifically designed to do the job, whether it’s holding your tools, the summer blankets, or a family Bible. Compiled from the pages of Popular Woodworking, Boxes to Build features more than two-dozen useful, hard working projects that you’ll want to build because you need them. Featuring designs and how-to from some of today’s top woodworkers, including Marc Spagnuolo, Gary Rogowski, Chris Schwarz, and more, Boxes to Build is a woodworking book that’s fueled by function, but doesn’t skimp on the form. Ideal for all skill levels, the box projects in Boxes to Build will quickly–and proudly–be put to use making your life more organized, less complicated, and very stylish.

In a lineup of children's toys that are mass produced, disposable, or made of plastic, a handmade wooden toy will stand out every time: they're sturdy, timeless, and just plain fun. With twenty projects that are smartly designed and built to last, Classic Wooden Toys delivers the goods that can stand up to an energetic child and still look great when passed from one generation to the next.

Craft a Custom Knife If you’ve ever wanted your own custom knife to take along on that camping, hunting, or fishing trip, or to give to a family member or a friend as the perfect gift, Make Your Own Knife Handles has you covered.  All you need is the knife blade of your choice, easily picked up at any woodworking store or knife shop, and Chris Gleason’s new book, and you’ll soon be customizing your own beautiful knife. With simple construction techniques, Make Your Own Knife Handles covers all the basics of selecting the wood, prepping it for your blade, and how to assemble the knife. The 16 projects cover all the styles you’ll need, from a simple folding knife and kitchen paring knife to an Alaskan Ulu and hatchet. With a knife kit and a little bit of wood and time, you’ll have a custom blade that will soon become your most trusted friend.