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About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherTaunton Press, Incorporated
ISBN-101561583960
ISBN-139781561583966
eBay Product ID (ePID)1829017
Product Key Features
Book TitleIn the Shaker Style : Building Furniture Inspired by the Shaker Tradition
Number of Pages160 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2001
TopicWoodwork, Furniture, Woodworking
IllustratorYes
GenreDesign, House & Home, Crafts & Hobbies
AuthorEditors of Fine Woodworking
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight21.2 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN00-064776
Dewey Edition21
Dewey Decimal684.1/04
SynopsisThe best articles on Shaker design -- from both Fine Woodworking and Home Furniture -- are featured in this collection of inspiring projects. The book features 150 photos and covers the most popular furniture style in three parts: Style & Design, Projects & Techniques, and Inspiration., The Shakers wanted their belongings to reflect the simplicity and perfection revered in their religion. This book walks readers through a variety of Shaker-inspired projects--ranging from beginning to advanced--and provides an overview of hallmark Shaker details, illustrated step-by-step instructions, and a gallery of photos of successful projects. 150 color photos. 70 illustrations.
If you ever a comprehensive reference on shaker design and how they designed their structures and furniture, this is the book. It goes over the history of shaker design and development and provides a few projects that you can try for yourself.