The Basics of Craftsmanship

Back by popular demand, these classic woodworking titles from Fine Woodworking magazine are filled with first-rate information that is as timeless now as it was when first published.

The Basics of Craftsmanship is a soup-to-nuts overview of woodworking. You'll find everything from professional advice on setting up a shop to detailed step-by-step instructions for a first project. It's an excellent guidebook for a novice starting out on the road to becoming a craftsman, but holds many surprises for the seasoned expert.

This volume is the first in a series that collects classic articles from issues of Fine Woodworking magazine published in 1994-1999. Practical and easy to use, these books will provide an invaluable reference library for any woodworker.

Includes articles on:

Setting up and maintaining a shop

Basic tools and materials for every woodshop

Fundamental tool techniques for building all types of furniture

Simple first projects in a step-by-step format

Choosing a foolproof finish and finishing techniques