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James Krenov's views on craftsmanship have enlightened and inspired woodworkers around the world."American Woodworker Sharing his legendary techniques for coopered doors, doweling, dovetail joints, frame-and-panel work, and other cabinetry details, master craftsman Krenov shows how to shape wood the way it was meant to be shaped. He elevates cabinetry to a true art. Beginning with the most essential part of cabinetryselecting and preparing woodhe shares his beliefs about respecting the integrity of the material, and how grain and color will enhance the design. Krenov then demonstrates the first-rate execution and flawless finished surfaces that are the hallmark of his craft, and can be for any woodworker. Photos throughout show his workshop, and provide a close-up look at the details of cabinetmaking.Krenov, James is the author of 'Fine Art of Cabinetmaking', published 2004 under ISBN 9781402714160 and ISBN 1402714165.
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