This all started with an interest in making a small wine rack but I
realized there are many possible projects I could tackle if I
developed some basic skills. I have a few hand and power tools but
not much skill at using them. I found lots of ebooks in groups but
most are beyond my baby steps. A book I found in the library,
"Basic Woodworking" by Sunset Books, is what I have in mind but it
is out of print. I'd like have something on the bench when there is
a free moment that I could learn to use tools, make jigs, and
tackle projects. Any suggestions about something similar that is
available currently? Many thanks.

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No single book will have everything, but one I found very helpful as an
introduction is "The Complete Book of Woodworking: Detailed Plans for
More Than 40 Fabulous Projects" (Amazon link below)
It has a very basic introduction to various types of wood, tools,
methods, joints, finishing, etc, along with several (probably 40, I
guess, but I haven't counted...) projects with lots of pictures.
Remember you don't have to do things exactly as they do them in a book
- you can do a lot with just hand tools or a handheld circular saw.
Also, I would suggest going to a local Barnes and Noble, Borders, or
public library and perusing their woodworking books.
One tool I would recommend getting before you start is a good
combination square (really nice ones are $50-100, and worth it if
you're going to continue with this hobby).
Good luck and have fun,
Andy

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg...books&n=507846

On 13 Sep 2005 12:40:52 GMT, with neither quill nor qualm,
(Steve) quickly quoth:

This all started with an interest in making a small wine rack but I
realized there are many possible projects I could tackle if I
developed some basic skills. I have a few hand and power tools but
not much skill at using them. I found lots of ebooks in groups but
most are beyond my baby steps. A book I found in the library,
"Basic Woodworking" by Sunset Books, is what I have in mind but it
is out of print. I'd like have something on the bench when there is
a free moment that I could learn to use tools, make jigs, and
tackle projects. Any suggestions about something similar that is
available currently? Many thanks.

Goto www.abebooks.com and search on "basic woodworking sunset"
You'll find some starting at only a buck apiece.

www.Ebay.com is another place to find OOP books.

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