Timeless Designs and Trusted Techniques from Woodworking's Top ExpertsCreating furniture in the legendary Craftsman style -- attractive, functional pieces with the clean lines and the trademark joinery -- is easier than ever with this collection of 17 classic projects from the editors at Woodworker's Journal, (the most trusted name in the woodworking community.) Culled from the magazine's deep archives, these projects are perfect for woodworkers of any skill level; from those newly introduced to the popular Craftsman style to the advanced aficionados looking for more challenging designs. Among the projects featured are a slatted bookcase, side and arm chairs, tall stools, a wine cupboard, and much more. And, true to the Woodworker's Journal mission of both inspiring and informing, each project is accompanied by full-color images, detailed plans, expert instructions, and helpful tips to ensure your finished piece is of the highest quality and an instant classic.

Slatted Bookcases ----------------------------------- 9by John EnglishSimplicity meets beauty, function and sturdy construction in this versatile Gustav Stickley Craftsman style storage project.Vinter's Valet ------------------------------------------17by John EnglishThis Gustav Stickley- inspired accent piece holds a full complement of wine glasses and champagne flutes, and it keeps a case of your favorite wine close at hand.Taboret Plant Stand----------------------------------25By Mike McGlynnFine woodworking doesn't have to take forever. This project will help sharpen your stock preparation and joinery skills without keeping your in the shape for a month of Sundays.Mission- Style End Table------------------------------31By Chris MarshallThere are many signature features of Mission- style furniture, but one of the more prominent details are mortise and tenon joints where the tenons show.Greene & Greene End Table----------------------------39by Darrell PeartRegardless of your design tastes, every woodworker wants to build furniture that will stand the test of time. One sure bet for durability is Craftsman-stule engineering.Green & Greene Wall Mirror---------------------------46By Mike McGlynnTake your shop skills to the next level with this Arts & Crafts style mirror. It's made of Honduras mahogany with ebony plugs decorating the joints.Arts & Crafts Picture Frame----------------------------53By Sandra Newman and Joseph EblerOur double-frame design features pinned mortise and tenon joints for durability. It's proportion, wood grain and warm finish contribute to a harmonious whole.Greene & Greene Serving Table-----------------------59By Mike McGlynnCharles and Henry moved to Pasadena in 1893 and shortly thereafter created their own distinct archirectural style, which you can re-create in this fine table.Stickley-Inspired Dining Table--------------------------66By Rick WhiteFunction and style, true tenets of the Arts & Crafts philosophy, are combined here to create a project that will last forever.Stickley-Inspired Leather-Top Desk--------------------75By Brad BeckerModern methods and materials bring this white oak desk within the reach oif any woodworker's skills.Robinson Dining Table-----------------------------------83By Mike McGlynnGraceful and lovely to look at, but demandng and rigorous to build, this multi-leaf Greene and Greene- inspired dining room table will test your skills.Greene & Greene Inspired Desk-------------------------95By Mike McGlynnIf you've dreamed of a signature piece in your home office or den, tthis handsome mahogany desk could well be it.Arts & Crafts Hutch--------------------------------------111By Rick WhiteA large piece of authentic Arts & Crafts furniture like this one could set you back thousands of dollars, and you'd never have the satisfaction of building it yourself.Arts & Crafts Wine Cabinet------------------------------121By Chris MarshallThis is a huge cabinet: the upper unit provides loads of shelf space for storing and displaying glassware, while the bottom stows a substantial collection of wine.Set of Arts & Crafts Dining Room Chairs----------------131By Rick WhiteThis Gustav Stickley- inspired set of chairs incorporates several elements of his Craftsmand style: Quartersawn oak, housed tenons, pyramid plugs and leather upholstery.Wright-Inspired Stool-------------------------------------141By Mike McGlynnThe knowledge you'll gain from building these chairs is as sweet as the project you'll end up with, if you work carefully.Craftsman Style Rocking Chair----------------------------151By Chris InmanStart with a classic design, meld fine machine joinery with a few hand tool operations, and you have beautiful Arts & Crafts chairs.