 PAPERMAKING
WITH GARDEN PLANTS & COMMON WEEDS
Helen Hiebert. With a small investment in equipment
(or the supplies to make it from scratch), learn how to turn a small harvest
of backyard weeds or garden plants into handmade paper, cards, envelopes,
lampshades, keepsake books, and more. Illustrated step-by-step instructions
and descriptions how to collect, harvest, and process the plant fibers.
Includes embellishing techniques. Will appeal to anyone who enjoys
creating from nature. 9-1/4 x 10, 112p, color photos throughout, 2006.
P6224 paperback ..........US $14.95 CAN $18.95
GREEN WOODWORKING
PATTERN BOOK
Ray Tabor. Provides a comprehensive sourcebook
for creating items while using natural, unadulterated material (“green
wood”). Each of the 300+ patterns for traditional craft designs is
fully annotated with practical info on dimensions, tools, materials and
historical details. Covers a range of objects, from fences and gates
to chairs, benches, garden furniture, and a range of household items, like
baskets, utensils, tools and toys. Simple instructions and diagrams
make every project easy. A valuable resource for green woodworkers
of all levels. 7-1/4 x 9-3/4, 240p, 300 b&w illustrations, 2005.
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RUSTIC GARDEN
PROJECTS: 28 Decorative Accents You Can Build
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RUSTIC GARDEN
FURNITURE & ACCESSORIES: Making Chairs, Planters, Birdhouses, Gates
& More
Dan Mack, Thomas Stender. Through 30 attractive
outdoor projects, two experts in this traditional art teach the pleasures
of working with sticks, twigs, and other found wood, including the Birch
Bark Planter, Folding Twig Screen, Adirondack Chair, and Rustic Loveseat
for Two. Photos and illustrations supplement straightforward instructions.
No experience required for many pieces. A rustic woodworking book
with something to offer for both novice and experienced craftspeople. 8
1/2 x 10, 144p, color photos & illustrations, 2004. Now in
paperback!
R137X paperback ..........US $14.95 CAN $19.95
DRIFTWOOD
FURNITURE: Practical Projects for Your Home and Garden
Derek Douglas. Shows how to construct unique and
useful chairs, tables, benches, arbors, and decorative objects. Features
19 projects, including an adirondack chair, boat planter, garden bench,
wine rack, and more. Each is clearly illustrated and explained with
step-by-step instructions, including a full list of the materials and tools
required. A book that will appeal to novice and experienced woodworkers
alike. 8-1/2 x 11-1/2, 144p, 16p color insert, 60 line drawings, 2003.
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$19.95
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A BEND IN
THE WILLOWS: The Art of Making Rustic Furniture
Paul Dolphin. Explains the history, philosophy,
tools and materials of the craft. Provides plans and step-by-step
instructions for 18 furniture projects, ranging from popular designs to
several unusual projects, including a birch bark canoe, bob sleigh, and
log vase. Something for novice and experienced woodworkers alike.
8-1/2 x 11, 144p, color + b&w photos, 2002.
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RUSTIC FURNITURE
WORKSHOP
Daniel Mack. No woodworking experience required
to make attractive, functional rustic furniture – in a weekend! One
of the best-known rustic craftsmen explains the materials and tools needed
and demonstrates simple techniques. If you can hammer a nail, you
can make a ladder that can become a chair or bookcase; several types of
tables; a bentwood chair; a twig picture frame, and; more. 8-1/2 x 11,
112p, 150 color photos, 40 b&w drawings, 1999, reprint 2000.
R2200 paperback ..........US $14.95 CAN $18.95
MAKING RUSTIC
TWIG FURNITURE
Bim Willow. The rustic furniture movement is part
of the larger "green" movement that aims toward a sustainable world.
This sassafras and willow furniture does its part by using renewable plant
materials and recycling waste wood to make functional, beautiful furniture
and accessories for the home and garden. All projects, including
a simple bench, a chair, and a baker's rack, are easy and require minimal
tools. Step-by-step, illustrated instructions take readers through
the whole process, explaining in detail what needs to be done and how to
do it. The results are beautiful furniture for use indoors or out.
8-1/2 x 11, 80p, 300 color photos, 2009.
M2503 paperback..........US $16.99 CAN $19.95
MAKING TWIG
GARDEN FURNITURE, 2nd ed.
Abby Ruoff. Shows how to embellish home gardens
with everything from simple birdhouses and planters to elaborate benches
and trellises - all made from twigs and bentwood. Learn where to
find the wood, and basic techniques for working with twigs and vines.
New edition introduces 12 unique designs to "the classics." Includes
complete plans for all 63 projects, with skill levels ranging from beginner
to expert. 7-3/8 x 9-1/4, 288p, 16p color insert, 2001.
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MAKING TWIG
FURNITURE & HOUSEHOLD THINGS (3rd ed., revised)
Abby Ruoff. Complete instructions for 58 eclectic
twig furniture projects, from simple picture frames to handsome tables
and chairs. Everything you need to know about making your own rustic
twig furniture, including the tools, twig harvesting and weaving techniques,
plus accurate tree and shrub identification. New edition offers 16
pages of color photos, new illustrated instructions, and 10 new projects.
7-1/2 x 9, 320p, color insert, 350 color illustrations, 1999.
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MAKING RUSTIC
FURNITURE
Dan Mack. “Anyone can make rustic furniture for
the cost of a few nails, a walk in the woods, and this book” - Popular
Woodworking. Displays the rich traditions and stylistic range
of past and contemporary rustic furniture. Well-researched &
illustrated. 8-1/2 x 10, 160p, color & b&w illus., 1992.
M4124 paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $23.95
MAKING BENT
WILLOW FURNITURE
Brenda & Brian Cameron. Using the simple instructions
and wide range of projects in this book, anyone can make rustic bent willow
furnishings for indoors or out. Projects include a quilt ladder,
garden tool caddy, plant stand, hanging baskets, chair, loveseat or porch
swing, bed headboard, mirror frames, a log cabin planter box, and more.
8 x 9, 144p, color photos & illustrations, 1998.
M048X paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $24.95
MAKING BENTWOOD
TRELLISES, ARBORS, GATES, AND FENCES
Jim Long. Any garden or landscape is made instantly
more inviting with the addition of a trellis, arbor, or natural fence.
Step-by-step instructions, show how to collect limbs from a variety of
native trees, then craft and install dozens of designs. Color photographs
of all projects in a garden setting. Includes suggestions for vining
plants to grow on a trellis or arbor. 8 x 9, 128p, color photos, illustrations,
1998.
M051X paperback ..........US $19.95 CAN $24.95
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