35 great do-it-yourself projects

Fifteen original wood-based projects introduce miniaturists to the charm of old-fashioned country furniture. All appear in the popular 1/12 scale with illustrated easy-to-follow instructions, along with background history, so doll house owners can tailor their pieces to suit a particular period or region. Because the projects are arranged in the order of difficulty, crafters will learn skills progressively and gain confidence as they go along. No special experience or expertise is required to make such traditional items as a Dough-Kneading Board, Kitchen Table, Washstand, Dowry Chest, Settle, Cradle, and Chest of Drawers. They’ll enhance any doll’s house.

With the expert sewing techniques shared in this book, anyone can create home-made soft furnishings with a designer's flair.

Blending the practicality of IKEA with the creativity of Martha Stewart, this collection of innovative projects is presented with simplicity of construction in mind. The suggested pieces are practical, have broad appeal, and carry a high brag factor upon completion. Requiring minimal assembly time and tools, this concise, engaging, and even humorous guide offers countless tips as well as clear and instructive photography. The majority of the projects also incorporate clever construction, such as the use of bifold doors, stock cabinets, and off-the-shelf lumber, guaranteeing that the required materials are both inexpensive and easily accessible. Featuring ideas for furnishing both the interior and the exterior of the home, this handbook is ideal for weekend woodworkers.

The book shows you how to make a low cabinet, desk, drawer unit, double bed with bedside tables, shoe cabinet with a coat rack, wall cabinet, built-in wardrobe, floor-to-ceiling cabinets, display cabinet, and coffee table. The tutorials are presented in the form of 3D visualizations accompanied by explanatory descriptions, illustrating step-by-step details of each procedure. The author has prepared the book as an illustrated graphic guide, introducing readers to furniture construction techniques, glued joints, fittings, and procedures suitable for home furniture making. The book contains knowledge relevant to the making of simple furniture made from laminated particleboards. It is intended for DIY enthusiasts seeking to create their own furniture, as well as for anyone interested in learning more about the furniture industry.

In this book, Katrin Cargill has created an irresistible range of over 50 projects for all the core soft furnishings that you could ever want for your home. Beautiful cushions and bolsters; clever treatments for windows; gorgeous bed and table linens and stylish seating ideas are all shown with straightforward step-by-step instructions.

This text contains a comprehensive guide to furniture making, including information on making tables, chairs, bookshelves, sideboards, chests, and much more. Comprising detailed instructions and handy little tips, this text is perfect for the amateur and will be of great value to anyone with an interest in creating their own home furniture. The sections of this book include: Equipment – Woods to Use – Tools; Very Simple Bookshelves; Designing Furniture – A Bathroom Stool – Uneven Legs; Table Making – Kitchen Table – Ornamental Tables; An Adjustable Chair – Small Chairs; Cabinets and Chests, Staining and Polishing, Kitchen Accessories – An Ironing Board – A Clothes Horse; et cetera. We have elected to republish this antique text now due to its timeless instructional value, and we proudly present it here complete with a new introduction on making and restoring furniture.