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In the 5 - 6 years that I've been doing woodworking, I've found some real gems, as far as really great woodworking books are concerned. I've learned so much from these favourites of mine, that I strongly recommend that the new and intermediate woodworker get these books and keep them handy in the shop - they're all so helpful!

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WOOD WORKING MAGAZINES You can also subscribe to your favourite woodworking magazines on this page too. Be sure to check out the magazine section located just after the book section. You'll see covers of your favourites below.

Working With Your Table Saw

Table Saw Basics by Roger W. Cliffe

Roger W. Cliffe's book on the basics of table saw operation is an excellent way to get started with your new table saw. He starts at "square one" and takes you through all the aspects of the table saw. The reader is thoroughly familiarized with this necessary woodworking tool. Safe operation is handled extensively, and he covers all of the basic "cuts". Some rudimentary projects conclude the book. This is mandatory reading for the new table saw owner!

The Table Saw Book by Kelly Mehler

Kelly Mehler's book is another table saw book I recommend to new users. This book is another fine introduction to table saws, as well as a book which should be kept close at hand in the shop. Safe operation is covered here too, but this one goes a bit farther in explaining table saw operation to the woodworker who is perhaps a little more advanced - another must have.

Working With Your Router

The New Router Handbook by Patrick Spielman

If you own a router, you should pick up this book. In my opinion, Patrick Spielman has taught more people about routers than anyone. He has written many books on routers, but this one is the most useful. Everything you ever wanted to know about this tool, is here. It's basically the same as the Sears router handbook so don't buy them both, but make sure you've got one or the other. This one is "Routers 101" and then some. I hope I don't get boring, but if you've got a router, you've gotta get this book!

Router Joinery by Gary Rogowski

When you've covered the basics in The New Router Handbook and are ready to move on to more complex routing tasks, Gary Rogowski's Router Joinery is where you'll want to go for the great instruction in router joinery. He goes through the basics too, but it's when he gets into his methods of joinery that this book really shines. Mortise and tenon - half-lap joints - bridle joints - tongue-and-groove joints - it's all here. There is a video as well which is the ideal companion for the book. By itself, it's extremely helpful, but as a pair, they're unbeatable learning tools, and as happened with me, you'll soon be making things you wouldn't have thought you could.

Router Magic - How to Unleash your Router's FULL Potential by Bill Hylton

This amazing book on routers and routing will show you things you can do with your router, that you never thought possible. You'll learn about a wonderful collection of jigs and fixtures you can make, and "tricks of the routing trade" from the author's inventive mind, that as the title says, will literally UNLEASH your router's FULL POTENTIAL!

Your router can do so much more than you think, that this book can truly be a revalation for router enthusiasts. Try it. You'll like it!

Woodworking with the Router by Bill Hylton & Fred Matlack

A satisfied customer's comments on Bill's book, says it all. "This book covers every aspect of the router that you would ever want to know about - routers themselves, bits, jigs, plans for jigs and helpers - and techniques. The first few chapters are a must for a beginner or for an old timer who wants to refresh their mind. The other chapters you may not need immediately (such as resurfacing with the router), but you will surely come back to the book when the need arises. Definitely the best I've seen on the subject till now."

Working With Your Scroll Saw

Using the Scroll Saw by Nick Engler

Master woodworking expert Nick Engler's fine book on the scroll saw, is a must for those who wish to really know this most versatile tool. Everything you need to know is here, in the author's usual informative, thorough and easy-to-understand style. For those who wish to become both knowledgeable and proficient on this tool, this is the book to get! This is another book from the fine series, The Workshop Companion.

ProjectsYou'll Love to Make

The Weekend Woodworker - 101 Easy Projects to Build

This is a great book of projects that John A. Nelson has put together - just the book you need when you can't think of what to make as a gift for someone. Unique procedures are outlined for these projects (all with drawings/plans) which you can adapt to just about anything you want to make. The bit box I show in my projects was made based on the Shoe-shine box on page 17. You'll soon be seeing the Serving Tray described on page 52, in my projects. They are all projects you'll want to make.

How to Make Animated Toys

Good old-fashioned animated toys, will keep your children or grandchildren busy for hours. David Wakefield's great book will give you almost as much fun making these very imaginative animated toys, as the recipients get from playing with them. Rabbits hop, hippos munch, frogs leap, lobsters grab. You're also shown how to make a working bulldozer, cement mixer, front end loader. These projects will keep you and the kids busy for hours!

Creating Beautiful Boxes with Inlay Techniques

When you want to get into some really beautiful inlaid box work, this is the book to follow. They're all real treasures! 15 full-colour, step-by-step projects with detailed cutting lists, to make building elegant boxes easy. Doug Stowe is a craftsman! Truly works of art, an inlaid box from this collection will be precious to the owner for years to come. When you want to do some quality work, this is a great place to look for inspiration , ideas, and instruction.

WOODWORKING & CRAFT MAGAZINES

You can now order your favourite woodworking magazines through our site. No more having to browse through the limited selection of woodworking magazines at your drug store. Each issue of your favourites can be delivered every month, directly to you.

Woodworking Section

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American Woodworker
Magazine DescriptionAs one of America's premier woodworking magazine, American Woodworker offers hands-on woodworking techniques and tips, plus in-depth coverage of new tools and products and the best projects you will find in any workshop magazine.

Wood Magazine
Magazine DescriptionWood magazine's readers are passionate about their dedication to woodworking and do-it-yourself projects. They are the doers, builders, and buyers of tools and materials.

Weekend Woodcrafts
Magazine DescriptionWeekend Woodcrafts provides a variety of exciting new projects that will find their way into just about everyone's woodshop. It has a wide selection of easy-to-complete wood projects including craft fair novelties, decorative home accents, useful housewares, and wooden toys. Within the magazine, you'll find an assortment of easy-to-build wood projects with full step-by-step directions and full-size patterns.

Woodshop News
Magazine DescriptionWoodshop News is written for serious amateur woodworkers. Not a "how-to" magazine, it covers unique topics affecting your small shop, plus what's new or notable in projects, tools, and hardwoods. The magazine also looks at the unique people practicing the craft — those who are carving furniture, building cabinets and even boats.

Woodsmith
Magazine DescriptionWoodsmith is a great resource for home woodworkers. Each issue gives step-by-step instructions for furniture and shop projects. Detailed instructions help beginners and experienced woodworkers successfully complete any project. Shop tips and techniques are included every issue and there's no advertising!

Crafts Section

Arts & Crafts Magazine
Magazine DescriptionArts & Crafts Magazine is a bimonthly magazine for craft enthusiasts throughout the U.S. and Canada. Each issue contains ideas and suggestions for a wide variety of crafts projects and designs, including how-to articles, patterns, and similar materials.

Crafts 'n Things
Magazine DescriptionCrafts 'n Things is an idea magazine packed with how-tos and tips to make crafting a pleasure. Each issue offers full-size patterns along with easy-to-follow directions to make a wide variety of projects such as gifts, toys, home décor, holiday decorating, and more!

Craftworks
Magazine DescriptionCraftworks is written for the craft enthusiast who wants to enhance his or her home with hand-crafted items. Each issue features full-color patterns with easy-to-follow directions for a variety of projects for the home such as pillows, curtains, wreaths, and knick-knacks.

Creative Woodworks and Crafts
Magazine DescriptionEvery issue of Creative Woodworks & Crafts is a gold mine for people who love creating detailed, decorative wood crafts. The magazine is filled with full-size patterns, the latest tools and equipment, tips and techniques, and project how-tos. Full-color, step-by-step illustrations will guide you through the craft-making process with ease!

Decorative Woodcrafts
Magazine DescriptionEach issue of Decorative Woodcrafts helps you to paint and decorate sensational woodcrafts just like a pro. In every issue, you'll find at least 12 complete projects with removable, full-size patterns.

Woodstrokes & Woodcrafts
Magazine DescriptionWoodstrokes & Woodcrafts provides a wide selection of easy-to-finish wood projects including craft fair novelties, decorative home accents, housewares, and wooden toys. Decorative wood painting ideas inspire gift makers, small crafts business owners, and new painters alike.

Homeowner & General Interest Section

Family Handyman
Magazine DescriptionFamily Handyman is for people who take an active interest in home improvement, yard and garden care, maintenance and repair, and remodeling. Expanding on the handyman theme, the magazine also features information on woodworking, auto maintenance, energy efficiency, and decorating.

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