Category Archives: Books

Essential Woodworking Hand Tools-a Review

Posted on May 16, 2016 by Greg Merritt

I have followed Paul Sellers’ blog for quite some time now.  When he announced his online woodworking instruction course, Woodworking Masterclasses, I eagerly joined and have been a member since the first project.  As a result, my skills as a … Continue reading →

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The Anarchist’s Design Book-First Thoughts

Posted on March 31, 2016 by Greg Merritt

I have eagerly awaited the arrival of Christopher Schwarz’ latest book, The “Anarchist’s Design Book“, since he first hinted at it with the working title “Furniture of Necessity” way back in 2012.  The term vernacular furniture was bantered about in … Continue reading →

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“By Hand & Eye”, a Book that Will Change the Way You Look at Everything

Posted on April 17, 2014 by Greg Merritt

From Lost Art Press “By Hand & Eye” is a deep dive into the world of history, architecture and design. And the authors have emerged with armloads of pearls for readers. Instead of serving up a list of formulas with … Continue reading →

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