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The Complete Guide to Chair Caning


Jim Widess


Jim Widess, owner of The Caning Shop, presents crafters with five amazingly detailed chairmaking projects they'll treasure for years to come. Best of all, with the help of a thorough basics chapter, reader-friendly instructions, and a plethora of illuminating color photographs, even beginners can complete every beautiful item.

 

Find out how to use machine-made caning to restore an old chair, or create an entirely new one by hand. Fashion a durable and comfortable rush seat, using fiber that's twisted into long strands, or create a traditional splint-caned porch rocker.

128 pages, Paperback, Full Color, 10.25"x 8.75", © 2005
Order Number: VAP293...........$19.95
 

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