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Building Chicken Coops: Raising Backyard Chickens: Brilliant Chicken Coop Plans and Shed Plans to Protect Your Chickens

by Mark Backer ...

Whether you’re an urbanite looking to go organic, or a hobbyist hoping to expand your horizons; raising your first flock of chickens starts with planning and executing the proper coop. In this detailed guide, you’ll find insider tips for finding or building an intelligent coop, all within a quirky and enjoyable read. The first thing you must know about laying hens is this: there will be no eggs ... Read more

$9.20 AUD

Whether you’re an urbanite looking to go organic, or a hobbyist hoping to expand your horizons; raising your first flock of chickens starts with planning and executing the proper coop. In this detailed guide, you’ll find insider tips for finding or building an intelligent coop, all within a quirky and enjoyable read. The first thing you must know about laying hens is this: there will be no eggs
... Read more
Wood Craft

Master the Art of Green Woodworking

by Barn the Spoon ...

Get in touch with nature and find harmony working with your hands.Looking for a simple, natural way of working with wood? Create beautiful wooden objects from fresh green wood by becoming skilled in the crafts of whittling, axe-based furniture making, and turning.With green woodworking there's no need for costly materials and machinery. All you need to begin crafting is a log, an axe, and a hand ... Read more

$18.99 AUD

Get in touch with nature and find harmony working with your hands.Looking for a simple, natural way of working with wood? Create beautiful wooden objects from fresh green wood by becoming skilled in the crafts of whittling, axe-based furniture making, and turning.With green woodworking there's no need for costly materials and machinery. All you need to begin crafting is a log, an axe, and a hand
... Read more
Projects to Get You Off the Grid

Rain Barrels, Chicken Coops, and Solar Panels

by Instructables.com ...

Instructables is back with this compact book focused on a series of projects designed to get you thinking creatively about thinking green. Twenty Instructables illustrate just how simple it can be to make your own backyard chicken coop, or turn a wine barrel into a rainwater collector.Illustrated with dozens of full-color photographs per project accompanying easy-to-follow instructions, this ... Read more

$15.99 AUD

Instructables is back with this compact book focused on a series of projects designed to get you thinking creatively about thinking green. Twenty Instructables illustrate just how simple it can be to make your own backyard chicken coop, or turn a wine barrel into a rainwater collector.Illustrated with dozens of full-color photographs per project accompanying easy-to-follow instructions, this
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Norwegian Wood

The guide to chopping, stacking and drying wood the Scandinavian way

by Lars Mytting ...

Translated by Robert Ferguson, Robert Ferguson ...

THE DEFINITIVE WOOD-CUTTER'S BIBLE - THE BESTSELLING, YEAR-ROUND GUIDE TO CHOPPING, STACKING AND DRYING WOOD"The book has spread like wildfire" Daily Mail"A how-to book with poetry at its heart" T.L.S."A step-by-step guide to preparing your wood store" IndependentWhether you're a seasoned woodcutter, or your passion is yet to be kindled, NO... ... Read more

$15.99 AUD

THE DEFINITIVE WOOD-CUTTER'S BIBLE - THE BESTSELLING, YEAR-ROUND GUIDE TO CHOPPING, STACKING AND DRYING WOOD"The book has spread like wildfire" Daily Mail"A how-to book with poetry at its heart" T.L.S."A step-by-step guide to preparing your wood store" IndependentWhether you're a seasoned woodcutter, or your passion is yet to be kindled, NO...
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150 Best Tiny Space Ideas

by Francesc Zamora ...

Discover the latest innovations in tiny space design in this lush compendium in the 150 Best series, showcasing 150 full-color profiles.As the price of large residences have become increasingly out of reach for many people, aspiring home owners have begun to think smaller. 150 Best Tiny Space Ideas is an exciting overview of the smallest living space designs—architectural and decorating trends ... Read more

Was $18.99 AUD Now $13.99 AUD

Discover the latest innovations in tiny space design in this lush compendium in the 150 Best series, showcasing 150 full-color profiles.As the price of large residences have become increasingly out of reach for many people, aspiring home owners have begun to think smaller. 150 Best Tiny Space Ideas is an exciting overview of the smallest living space designs—architectural and decorating trends
... Read more
Good Clean Fun

Misadventures in Sawdust at Offerman Woodshop

by Nick Offerman ...

Nick Offerman, woodworker, actor, and co-host of NBC’s Making It, invites you on a hilarious and informative woodworking adventure that takes you behind the scenes of his very own woodshop.Nestled among the glitz and glitter of Tinseltown is a testament to American elbow grease and an honest-to-god hard day’s work: Offerman Woodshop. Captained by hirsute woodworker, actor, comedian, and writer ... Read more

Was $11.65 AUD Now $9.40 AUD

Nick Offerman, woodworker, actor, and co-host of NBC’s Making It, invites you on a hilarious and informative woodworking adventure that takes you behind the scenes of his very own woodshop.Nestled among the glitz and glitter of Tinseltown is a testament to American elbow grease and an honest-to-god hard day’s work: Offerman Woodshop. Captained by hirsute woodworker, actor, comedian, and writer
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Finding Love in Ivy Falls

An irresistible small town friends-to-lovers romance

by Amy True ...

Series Book 2 - Ivy Falls
What if choosing love means breaking a family?Tessa is struggling to run her mother's beloved book shop and the business is failing. At least she has her dear friend (and accidental heart throb) Manny, to support her. As single parents, they understand each other and their friendship is too important for Tessa to give in to the chemistry between them.With the sudden success of his home renovation ... Read more

$3.99 AUD

What if choosing love means breaking a family?Tessa is struggling to run her mother's beloved book shop and the business is failing. At least she has her dear friend (and accidental heart throb) Manny, to support her. As single parents, they understand each other and their friendship is too important for Tessa to give in to the chemistry between them.With the sudden success of his home renovation
... Read more
Making Things Right

A Master Carpenter at Work

by Ole Thorstensen ...

Translated by Sean Kinsella ...

A celebration of good craftsmanship by a Norwegian master carpenter - the anatomy of a job well done."An enriching and poetic tribute to manual labour" Karl Ove Knausgård"In Thorstensen's skilled hands, the everyday story of a suburban loft conversion is turned into an urgent study on the value of doing good work. It should be widely read." Robert Penn - author of The Man Who Made Things Out of ... Read more

$12.99 AUD

A celebration of good craftsmanship by a Norwegian master carpenter - the anatomy of a job well done."An enriching and poetic tribute to manual labour" Karl Ove Knausgård"In Thorstensen's skilled hands, the everyday story of a suburban loft conversion is turned into an urgent study on the value of doing good work. It should be widely read." Robert Penn - author of The Man Who Made Things Out of
... Read more
The Practical Workshop

A Woodworker's Guide to Workbenches, Layout & Tools

by Christopher Schwarz, Popular Woodworking ...

Everything in its place....Whether woodworking is your hobby or your profession, you'll get more enjoyment and satisfaction from the craft when you have a practical and functional workspace.The Practical Workshop is your guide to setting up a sensible shop with an efficient workflow and everything you need to make the best use of your time. From workbenches to shop furniture to storage solutions, ... Read more

$19.59 AUD

Everything in its place....Whether woodworking is your hobby or your profession, you'll get more enjoyment and satisfaction from the craft when you have a practical and functional workspace.The Practical Workshop is your guide to setting up a sensible shop with an efficient workflow and everything you need to make the best use of your time. From workbenches to shop furniture to storage solutions,
... Read more
Finnish Sauna

Steam, Wood, Stone and How to Build Your Own

by Lassi A. Liikkanen ...

As the old Finnish proverb has it: First build the sauna. Then the house.More and more people around the world are rediscovering an ancient secret to wellbeing, relaxation and stress relief: the humble sauna. By gently raising the heart rate and relaxing muscles, the magical steam that rises from the heated stones - what Finns call löyly - has improved quality of life in the Nordic region for ... Read more

$24.99 AUD

As the old Finnish proverb has it: First build the sauna. Then the house.More and more people around the world are rediscovering an ancient secret to wellbeing, relaxation and stress relief: the humble sauna. By gently raising the heart rate and relaxing muscles, the magical steam that rises from the heated stones - what Finns call löyly - has improved quality of life in the Nordic region for
... Read more
The Workbench Design Book

The Art & Philosophy of Building Better Benches

by Christopher Schwarz ...

The follow-up book to Workbenches: From Design & Theory to Construction & UseComplete plans, expert instruction and rationale for building nine workbench formsInstruction on improving existing workbenches for better workholding and an improved woodworking shop.The Workbench Design Book not only shows how to design a workbenchâ€"it also discusses and presents nine specific designs plus critiques of ... Read more

$25.43 AUD

The follow-up book to Workbenches: From Design & Theory to Construction & UseComplete plans, expert instruction and rationale for building nine workbench formsInstruction on improving existing workbenches for better workholding and an improved woodworking shop.The Workbench Design Book not only shows how to design a workbenchâ€"it also discusses and presents nine specific designs plus critiques of
... Read more
Black & Decker The Complete Guide to Sheds, 3rd Edition

by Editors of CPi, Editors of Cool Springs Press ...

Series series Black & Decker Complete Guide
This exciting new 3rd edition of the bestselling title, Black & Decker Complete Guide to Sheds has the perfect plan for anyone who is building his or her own backyard shed.The most popular plans from previous editions are preserved, from small garage-style sheds with overhead doors, to kit sheds, to contemporary utility sheds with a dramatic flair. This new edition delves into new styles that are ... Read more

$27.02 AUD

This exciting new 3rd edition of the bestselling title, Black & Decker Complete Guide to Sheds has the perfect plan for anyone who is building his or her own backyard shed.The most popular plans from previous editions are preserved, from small garage-style sheds with overhead doors, to kit sheds, to contemporary utility sheds with a dramatic flair. This new edition delves into new styles that are
... Read more
Shipping Container Homes

A complete guide to designing and building a container home

by Anthony Hill ...

SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMESLiving in the 21st century is not at all an easy feat. With the constant and consistent rise in the cost of living, it is becoming virtually impossible to live comfortably in a house you own. For many people, owning a house feels like a completely unattainable goal because of the extensive growth in housing prices.Fortunately, there is a solution!Shipping container homes ... Read more

$2.96 AUD

SHIPPING CONTAINER HOMESLiving in the 21st century is not at all an easy feat. With the constant and consistent rise in the cost of living, it is becoming virtually impossible to live comfortably in a house you own. For many people, owning a house feels like a completely unattainable goal because of the extensive growth in housing prices.Fortunately, there is a solution!Shipping container homes
... Read more
601 Woodshop Tips & Tricks

by Graham McCullouch ...

Woodworkers Are CleverWoodworkers are often faced with challenges while building. The best woodworkers are quick to come up with one, if not a dozen solutions to these complications. No, they're not all original solutions. But the cleverest among us learn from others, and that's what this book is all about.Take advantage of years worth of collected cleverness by learning from the tips and tricks ... Read more

$18.40 AUD

Woodworkers Are CleverWoodworkers are often faced with challenges while building. The best woodworkers are quick to come up with one, if not a dozen solutions to these complications. No, they're not all original solutions. But the cleverest among us learn from others, and that's what this book is all about.Take advantage of years worth of collected cleverness by learning from the tips and tricks
... Read more
Wood & Steam

by Charlie Whinney ...

In this beautifully compiled book, Charlie Whinney, the UK's leading expert on the topic, shares the secrets of the unique and magical craft of steam-bending. Although his creations look quite impossible, you will soon discover that wood can be made to behave in remarkable ways with the application of a little heat and steam.Charlie guides you through the ecological sourcing of wood for your ... Read more

$16.99 AUD

In this beautifully compiled book, Charlie Whinney, the UK's leading expert on the topic, shares the secrets of the unique and magical craft of steam-bending. Although his creations look quite impossible, you will soon discover that wood can be made to behave in remarkable ways with the application of a little heat and steam.Charlie guides you through the ecological sourcing of wood for your
... Read more
How to Design and Build Your Ideal Woodshop

by Bill Stankus ...

Turn your vision of the perfect woodshop into reality!Picture your ideal woodshop: tools neatly stored within the reach, plenty of space for lumber and materials, ample ventilation, lighting and electrical outlets. Everything you need, exactly the way you want it.Whether your woodshop is in the garage, basement, outbuilding, attic or even a closet, you can make the most of your space and bring ... Read more

$13.06 AUD

Turn your vision of the perfect woodshop into reality!Picture your ideal woodshop: tools neatly stored within the reach, plenty of space for lumber and materials, ample ventilation, lighting and electrical outlets. Everything you need, exactly the way you want it.Whether your woodshop is in the garage, basement, outbuilding, attic or even a closet, you can make the most of your space and bring
... Read more
Bill Hylton's Ultimate Guide to the Router Table

by Bill Hylton ...

The first operator's manual for the router tableIf you don't have a router table in your shop yet, you should! The router table opens up a whole new world of using the router that simply can't be done using it any other way. Operations such as edge profiling, making mouldings, cutting lock-miter joints, box joints, rabbets, grooves, splined miters, using templates, pin routing and more can be done ... Read more

$17.02 AUD

The first operator's manual for the router tableIf you don't have a router table in your shop yet, you should! The router table opens up a whole new world of using the router that simply can't be done using it any other way. Operations such as edge profiling, making mouldings, cutting lock-miter joints, box joints, rabbets, grooves, splined miters, using templates, pin routing and more can be done
... Read more
Quick & Easy Jigs and Fixtures

by Kerry Pierce ...

Simple, Astonishingly Effective Jigs You've Never Seen Anywhere ElseAdd speed, accuracy and ease to almost every operation in your shop with this book of 16 ingenious jigs, clever workshop aids and amazing devices that you simply cannot buy in any store. These jigs are the helping hands that turn a bench-pounding frustrating glue-up into a calm, controlled and confident operation. They're the ... Read more

$16.92 AUD

Simple, Astonishingly Effective Jigs You've Never Seen Anywhere ElseAdd speed, accuracy and ease to almost every operation in your shop with this book of 16 ingenious jigs, clever workshop aids and amazing devices that you simply cannot buy in any store. These jigs are the helping hands that turn a bench-pounding frustrating glue-up into a calm, controlled and confident operation. They're the
... Read more
Cassell's Carpentry and Joinery

Comprising Notes on Materials, Processes, Principles, and Practice, Including about 1800 Engravings and Twelve Plates

by Paul N. Hasluck ...

Cassell's Carpentry and Joinery' is a practical work on practical handicrafts, and it was first published in the confident belief that it was by far the most exhaustive book on these subjects hitherto produced. This text is a comprehensive guide on carpentry, compromising notes on materials, processes, principles and practice, and including about 1,800 engravings. A great book for carpenters of ... Read more

$13.16 AUD or Free with Kobo Plus

Cassell's Carpentry and Joinery' is a practical work on practical handicrafts, and it was first published in the confident belief that it was by far the most exhaustive book on these subjects hitherto produced. This text is a comprehensive guide on carpentry, compromising notes on materials, processes, principles and practice, and including about 1,800 engravings. A great book for carpenters of
... Read more
I Can Do That! Woodworking Projects

48 quality furniture projects that require minimal experience and tools

Edited by David Thiel, Scott Francis ...

Build quality furniture fast and simple!Beginning woodworkers (or experienced woodworkers who are looking for a weekend project) can accomplish these builds quickly.• Each project requires minimal woodworking experience and only hand and portable power tools--no need for expensive equipment.• These projects use only readily available materials that are easily found at your local home center, ... Read more

$14.44 AUD

Build quality furniture fast and simple!Beginning woodworkers (or experienced woodworkers who are looking for a weekend project) can accomplish these builds quickly.• Each project requires minimal woodworking experience and only hand and portable power tools--no need for expensive equipment.• These projects use only readily available materials that are easily found at your local home center,
... Read more
The New Traditional Woodworker

From Tool Set to Skill Set to Mind Set

by Jim Tolpin ...

Working Wood, Not Machining ItIf you're more interested in working with wood rather than machining it, you will be relieved to learn that expensive powered machinery isn't required to build furniture. You can also forget the dust masks, face shields and hearing protection since many of the safety concerns related to woodworking-the use of power tools-are eliminated. In this book, you'll learn to ... Read more

$23.55 AUD

Working Wood, Not Machining ItIf you're more interested in working with wood rather than machining it, you will be relieved to learn that expensive powered machinery isn't required to build furniture. You can also forget the dust masks, face shields and hearing protection since many of the safety concerns related to woodworking-the use of power tools-are eliminated. In this book, you'll learn to
... Read more
Learn to Timber Frame

Craftsmanship, Simplicity, Timeless Beauty

by Will Beemer ...

The elegant simplicity of timber frame construction is made accessible to all levels of builders with step-by-step building instructions for one small, easy-to-build timber frame cabin, along with plans for modifying it to suit particular needs and locations.Veteran timber framer Will Beemer takes you through the entire process of building a traditional timber frame from start to finish, beginning ... Read more

$25.99 AUD

The elegant simplicity of timber frame construction is made accessible to all levels of builders with step-by-step building instructions for one small, easy-to-build timber frame cabin, along with plans for modifying it to suit particular needs and locations.Veteran timber framer Will Beemer takes you through the entire process of building a traditional timber frame from start to finish, beginning
... Read more
Box by Box

21 Projects for Developing Your Woodworking Skills

by Jim Stack ...

Hone Your Woodworking Skills One Box at a TimeWhen it comes to great woodworking projects, it's hard to beat boxes. Using a minimal amount of materials, you can craft wonderful gifts or items for sale. And it's a great opportunity to use those pieces of special wood you've been hoarding.The real trick to successful box-making is coming up with the right designs. If you've been looking for ... Read more

$18.40 AUD

Hone Your Woodworking Skills One Box at a TimeWhen it comes to great woodworking projects, it's hard to beat boxes. Using a minimal amount of materials, you can craft wonderful gifts or items for sale. And it's a great opportunity to use those pieces of special wood you've been hoarding.The real trick to successful box-making is coming up with the right designs. If you've been looking for
... Read more
How to Build Your Own Chicken Coop (Short-e Guide)

by Maureen Little, Craig Hughes ...

You could of course, just buy a coop, but by building your own you will save money and get a great deal of satisfaction from making a home for a well-loved hen! This Short-e won't give you detailed plans on how to make a coop, but I will offer a taster of what sort of coops are suitable, depending on how many hens you want to keep, and where you will be able to keep them. If you are then ... Read more

$1.60 AUD

You could of course, just buy a coop, but by building your own you will save money and get a great deal of satisfaction from making a home for a well-loved hen! This Short-e won't give you detailed plans on how to make a coop, but I will offer a taster of what sort of coops are suitable, depending on how many hens you want to keep, and where you will be able to keep them. If you are then
... Read more

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