Alan Rosen

Beth Allen

For those who have dreamed about furniture-making but have been afraid to pick up a chisel or turn on a tablesaw, Rough Cut Woodworking with Tommy Mac is the answer. Famed woodworker Tommy MacDonald and with WGBH Boston have joined forces to produce a 12-episode television show by the same name. This book features all 12 episodes, which include smaller projects like a Shaker Step Stool to larger undertakings like a Pilgrim Blanket Chest. All 12 traditional style pieces teach fundamental woodworking techniques in Tommy's encouraging and fun style and each features step-by-step instruction with photos, drawings, a materials list and skill-building techniques that focus on the fundamentals of woodworking.

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