Box-Making Basics: Design, Technique, Projects

Author: Freedman, David M.Brand: Taunton PressColor: MulticolorFeatures: Used Book in Good ConditionBinding: PaperbackNumber Of Pages: 144Release Date: 01-09-1997Part Number: 9781561581238Details: It took years for woodworker David Freedman to develop and perfect the box-making techniques he shares in Box-Making Basics. Accompanying his techniques are detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to make 16 handsome boxes. In addition to Freedman's designs, there are also selected projects from a number of professional box makers. The book begins with the fundamentals of box making: the elements of good design, wood selection and preparation, and finishing. The basics are followed by tips and techniques on cutting, gluing, and reinforcing joints, decorating lids, and installing hinges. In later chapters, you'll learn more sophisticated techniques, such as making spectacular bookmatched lid panels, sprucing up the interiors with lining, dividers, and trays, using frame-and-panel lid constr