Description
In this inspirational compilation of projects and plans from Furniture & Cabinetmaking magazine, quintessential British cabinetmaker Mark Ripley offers practical guidance, with some refreshing and innovative approaches and tricks of the trade. Mark's furniture has classic vernacular lines which give it broad appeal, and his work is achievable and not too challenging for a competent furniture maker.
With projects ranging from a simple dining table to a grand, more ambitious Robert Adams-style breakfront bookcase, there is something here for all tastes and abilities. 30 varied projects are each explained fully and complemented with fine photography and detailed plans.
Author: Mark Ripley
Publisher: GMC Publications
Published: 09/01/2008
Pages: 192
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 10.80h x 8.20w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9781861085603
ISBN10: 1861085605
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Woodwork | General
About the Author
Mark Ripley trained at Leicester Polytechnic where he was inspired by the Arts and Crafts movement and the spiritual creativity of the Shakers. His pieces feature recurring themes that have evolved through over 20 years of professional work, and design and making have become integrated to create harmonious furniture with an inherent simplicity. Mark is a member of the Society of Designer Craftsmen and the Hampshire and Berkshire Guild of Craftsmen, he exhibits his work widely and his designs have featured in numerous books and magazines