Author: John Kelsey
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Keywords: projects, build, 2x4, anyone, series, woodworking, attractive, yard, garden, practical
Number of Pages: 112
Published: 2005-07-01
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 189283619X
ISBN-13: 9781892836199

These 18 projects for building garden equipment feature precise instructions and assembly drawings that enable anyone to build handy, attractive yard accessories. Projects range from a compost box and an arbor with a seat to a garden cart and hose holder, and feature a finished photo of each along with detailed illustrations, bills of materials, and shopping lists. Each is easy to build from affordable 1-by and 2-by lumber, and the pieces connect with waterproof glue, nails, and screws so that they can be quickly assembled. Directions for creating more unusual projects—such as a bean teepee

Author: John Kelsey
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Keywords: projects, build, series, anyone, lawn, deck, furniture, 2x4
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2004-04-01
List price: $14.95
ISBN-10: 1892836173
ISBN-13: 9781892836175

Presented here are 22 practical pieces of outdoor furniture that anyone can build-from deck chairs and picnic tables to a box planter and big swing. These handsome projects can be made from affordable and readily available one-by and two-by lumber, using such basic woodworking tools such as a hammer, saw, drill, and clamps. Each project includes a detailed list of materials plus a shopping list to take to the home center, step-by-step instructions, and an assembly drawing that shows where each piece fits. The joints are made with nothing more complicated than glue and nails or screws. The proj

Author: John Kelsey
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Keywords: woodworker, basics, straight, joinery, guide
Number of Pages: 200
Published: 2010-09-01
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1565234626
ISBN-13: 9781565234628

With a focus on the intricate art of joinery, this instructional handbook lays the foundation for a skill that all woodworkers need. Whether making a simple tabletop or an ornate chest, strong joints give items remarkable longevity and an attractive design in addition to showcasing true attention to craftsmanship. Woodworkers will learn how to master the various families of joinery—from the most basic butt joints to half-blind dovetails, tongue-and-groove joints, and beyond. The clear illustrations, comprehensive details, and compact size make this an ideal shop companion for all woodworkers

Author: John Kelsey
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Keywords: series, crafts, kid, woodworking
Number of Pages: 104
Published: 2008-07-01
List price: $12.95
ISBN-10: 1565233530
ISBN-13: 9781565233539

Designed to entice, instruct, and entertain kids, this book’s dozen fun woodworking projects help children learn basic woodworking and hand tool skills while developing self-confidence and strengthening problem-solving abilities. With step-by-step instructions, the guide teaches kids how to read drawings; measure and transfer dimensions; saw square edges and ends in lumber; drill holes; saw curved shapes; join wood with a hammer, nails, and glue; use a sanding block to smooth; and finish off each project with paint and varnish. Ultimately emphasizing the fun of woodworking, this resource

Author: John Kelsey
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Keywords: fingertips, missing, shop, manual, need, information, drill, presses, tool, drills
Number of Pages: 112
Published: 2010-04-01
List price: $12.95
ISBN-10: 1565234723
ISBN-13: 9781565234727

Dedicated to providing integral information about woodworking tools and techniques that other manuals overlook, the books in this series contain safety facts, explanations about basic project setup, and tips for maximizing tool performance. Filled with clear diagrams and instructions, these pocket-sized, durable manuals are ideal for quick reference in the workshop. Using detailed illustrations, this informative guide explores the anatomy and uses of drills and their accessories. Explaining the features of both corded and cordless drills, this survey also contains information on updating old

Author: John Kelsey
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Keywords: basics, woodworker, straight, machines, woodworking
Number of Pages: 192
Published: 2010-09-01
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1565234650
ISBN-13: 9781565234659

A straightforward manual for all woodworkers, this reference offers essential information about the core tools of the woodworking trade. With a chapter devoted to each machine--including the table saw, radial arm saw, band saw, drill press, and jointer--there is plenty of guidance for the beginning woodworker and suggestions for those with more experience. Each chapter includes a detailed diagram of the tool, instructions on its use, and important safety information. Whether woodworkers are setting up a shop, looking to buy new tools, or just interested in getting more from the tools they alre

Authors:Michael Kelsey, Nancy Kelsey,
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Keywords: america, images, temple
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2010-03-24
List price: $21.99
ISBN-10: 0738580236
ISBN-13: 9780738580234

The Gulf, Colorado, and Santa Fe Railroad founded the town of Temple in 1881. Named in honor of the railroad’s chief engineer, B. M. Temple, the town lies in the finest agriculture belt in Texas. Prior to the arrival of the railroad, farmers of Bell County transported cotton, grain, and produce to the nearest railroad terminus at Waco, Cameron, Calvert, or Rockdale on a difficult three-day trip. Moving these goods became much easier with the arrival of the railroad, and Temple became an important center for trade. By 1912, Temple was the most important revenue-producing station on the Gu