En los días en que me iniciaba en la carpintería, buscaba desesperadamente algunaguía de referencia sobre los procesos y las herramientas necesarias.
La carpintería es un tema muy amplio con muchas ramas o verticales de este oficio como la ebanistería, la talla y el torneado de madera.
El contenido en línea estaba sobrecargado de información y no se presentaba de forma secuencial. Los libros que consulté se centraban en unos pocos procesos o daban por sentado que yo tenía la información necesaria. Además, encontré que la mayoría de los libros estaban un poco desactualizados.
Hay dos formas de aprender; una es aprender de los expertos en la materia que tienen años de experiencia, y luego están las personas que van unos pasos por delante de ti en esta travesía.
Yo entro en la segunda categoría, llevo cinco años en esta afición y sigo aprendiendo de los expertos.
Todavía recuerdo las dudas iniciales que tenía y los consejos que me ayudaron.
Este libro es para las personas que están en su primera etapa (0-3 años) del viaje de la artesanía en madera y quieren tener una idea holística de los procesos, las herramientas y necesitan ayuda en sus proyectos iniciales.
He incluido una gran variedad de fotografías de proyectos reales de principiantes que explican el proceso y el procedimiento operativo estándar al empezar.
En el último capítulo, el Anexo: He proporcionado un glosario de términos de carpintería, la lista de recursos en línea disponibles para los patrones libres, consejos y técnicas.
★ Introducción: La historia y los detalles de las distintas ramas del trabajo de la madera
★ Todo sobre la madera: Cómo elegirla; la madera dura, la madera blanda, el contrachapado y el MDF
★ Herramientas para trabajar la madera: Herramientas manuales y eléctricas explicadas con las mejores prácticas
★ Procesos y técnicas: El flujo de trabajo completo del proceso de carpintería junto con una explicación detallada del uso de cada herramienta
★ Seguridad y buenas prácticas: Este tema se destaca en todo el libro, y las mejores prácticas con respecto a las herramientas manuales y eléctricas se explican en detalle
★ Encolado y acabado
★ 10 proyectos iniciales con instrucciones paso a paso
★ Glosario de herramientas para trabajar la madera, fuentes gratuitas para descargar.
★ Además, puedes descargar mi folleto adicional con planes adicionales para más proyectos
A qué esperas? Como se dice en la comunidad de trabajadores de la madera:
Mide dos veces y corta una vez y empecemos el viaje.
Suppose, you have to appear for an exam next week, who would be the go-to person for seeking help and guidance?
Option 1: A Subject Matter Expert (SME) who studying/teaching the subject for several years and often assumes while explaining that the basics are covered or looks it from their frame of reference.
Or
Option 2: Someone who also started from scratch as you have and passed the exam just last week. He/She knows the exact process, challenges, doubts, and roadblocks you may be facing and can think from your perspective.
If your option is 2, you are in the right place.
I am a Technology Consultant by profession, and started my leathercraft journey in the year 2014. I started by going through multiple YouTube videos, courses, Facebook groups, and finally completed my first project after four months.
I was confused and was lost in the magnitude of information available online. I firmly believe that while starting, you need exact, necessary, minimalistic information to start your first project, pardon: Complete your first project!
So I started writing this book to provide a minimalistic approach to information required to start your first leather project. It covers:
- History of leather
- Basics Tools and their usage
- Making Patterns
- Cutting Patterns
- Gluing
- Beveling, Embossing, Stamping
- Stitching basics
- Coloring and Finishing
- Tips, Techniques for the beginner
- Appendix: List of online resources available for free patterns, tips, and techniques.
I still remember the initial doubts I had and the tips which helped me.
This book is for people who are in their first lap (0-3 years) of Leather crafting journey and want to have a holistic idea of processes, tools, and need help in their initial projects.
I have included photographs of realistic projects of beginners explaining the process and standard operating procedure while starting.
So, what are you waiting for? Get this updated book and start your Leather Crafting Journey Today!
There are no scrap wood but just the wood that had not met the right hand
This is what an old woodworker told me when I asked his views on the craft.
As I started to look for resources/guide into the world of woodworking 5 years back I found:
- There was information overload online which was more confusing than assuring
- The books/resources where little aged and did not provide the outsider's perspective
- The context was aged or was focussed on one of the sub-genres of woodworking (Cabinet Making, Carving, Woodturning, etc.)
Those days of confusion led me to write this book with simple instructions, no-fluff content and keeping a beginner as my target audience.
It contains:
- Introduction and various sub-genres of Woodworking
- All about wood (type, selection, suitability )
- Tools, process, and Techniques
- Safety and Best Practices
- 10 Starter Projects ( Step-by-Step)
- Gluing, Finishing
- Glossary, link to free plan and an additional bonus booklet
So, if you believe in saying that the best person to guide you is the one just a few steps ahead of you, grab this book and start your journey today
The one which binds together has always been special across cultures. Wood joinery has also evolved across various schools of woodworking in their unique ways. For example, in Japanese joinery, the whole wooden house was built on the strength of joinery. Joinery is used for both connecting the wood and also enhancing the aesthetics of the final product.
My Journey:
Back in the days when I was starting with Wood Craft, I was desperately looking for the go-to guide about the processes and the tools involved.
Woodworking is a vast subject with many branches or verticals of this craft like Cabinet Making, Wood Carving, Joinery, Carpentry, and Woodturning.
The online content was information overload and not presented in a sequential manner. The books I referred were either focused on a few processes or assumed that I had the necessary information. Also, I found that most of the books were a little aged.
There are two ways of learning; one is learning from subject matter experts who have years of experience, and then there are people who are just a few steps ahead of you in their journey.
I am the second one, five years into this hobby, and still learning from the experts.
I still remember the initial doubts I had and the tips which helped me.
This book comes after Woodworking for Beginners Handbook, and it focuses entirely on the joinery process. This book is for people who are in their first lap (0-3 years) of the wood-crafting journey and want to have a holistic idea of methods, tools and need help in their initial projects.
I have included ample photographs of realistic projects of beginners explaining the process and standard operating procedure while starting.
In the last chapter, I have provided a glossary of joinery terms and tips for beginners.
Below is the flow of the information provided in the book:
So, what are you waiting for? As said in the woodworking community:
Measure Twice and Cut Once and let's start the journey.
Here You Go!!
There is something nostalgic about experiencing the nature of PNW in full bloom. Mushrooms and wild plants form a major part of this magic.
This 2-in-1 book is a concise photographic journey to the Mushrooms & Wild Edible Plants of PNW.
This book is for you if you like consuming short, crisp, and engaging information about Mushrooms and other Edible Plants within a few hours.
This is a helpful handbook with:
★Interior Colored Pages with 150+ images
★50+ Wild Plants & Mushrooms
★18+ Recipes
The book covers:
Part 1: Foraging Wild Edible Plants
Part 2: Mushrooms of PNW
Get this book now and go through the wilderness of PNW with delicious recipes!!
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No habría árboles sin ramas, y no habría muebles sin juntas.
Aquello que une siempre ha sido especial a través de las culturas. El ensamblaje de madera también ha evolucionado a través de varias escuelas de carpintería en sus formas únicas. Por ejemplo, en el ensamblaje japonés, toda la casa de madera se construía con la fuerza de las uniones. El ensamblaje se utiliza tanto para conectar la madera como para mejorar la estética del producto final.
Mi travesía:
Cuando empecé con la artesanía de la madera, buscaba desesperadamente una guía sobre los procesos y las herramientas necesarias.
La carpintería es un tema muy amplio con muchas ramas o verticales de este oficio como la ebanistería, la talla, el ensamblaje y el torneado de madera.
El contenido en línea estaba sobrecargado de información y no se presentaba de forma secuencial. Los libros que consulté se centraban en unos pocos procesos o daban por sentado que yo tenía la información necesaria. Además, encontré que la mayoría de los libros estaban un poco desactualizados.
Hay dos formas de aprender; una es aprender de los expertos en la materia que tienen años de experiencia, y luego están las personas que van unos pasos por delante de ti en su viaje.
Yo soy la segunda, llevo cinco años en esta afición y sigo aprendiendo de los expertos.
Todavía recuerdo las dudas iniciales que tuve y los consejos que me ayudaron.
Este libro viene después de Carpinteríapara Principiantes, y se centra por completo en el proceso de ensamblaje. Es para personas que están en sus primeros años (0-3 años) del viaje de la artesanía en madera y quieren tener una idea holística de los métodos, las herramientas y necesitan ayuda en sus proyectos iniciales.
He incluido una gran variedad de fotografías de proyectos realistas de principiantes que explican el proceso y el procedimiento operativo estándar al empezar.
En el último capítulo, he incluido un glosario de términos de ensamblaje y consejos para principiantes.
A continuación, se muestra el flujo de la información proporcionada en el libro:
★ Introducción al ensamblaje
★ Herramientas de ensamblaje: Tipos de herramientas y cómo utilizarlas
★ Discusión detallada de 15 tipos de ensamblaje: ventajas, desventajas, resistencia, uso, etc.
★Ensamblaje japonés: Introducción, tipos, ventajas, desventajas y aplicación
★ Ensamblaje de madera con CNC: Introducción, varios tipos de ensamblajes con CNC,
★Cinco proyectos de carpintería para principiantes con instrucciones paso a paso
★ Glosario de términos
★Consejos para principiantes
Qué esperas? Como se dice en la comunidad de trabajadores de la madera
Mide dos veces y corta una vez.Empecemos el viaje.
There is something nostalgic about experiencing the nature of PNW in full bloom. Mushrooms and wild plants form a significant part of this magic.
This book is a concise photographic journey to the Mushrooms of PNW.
This book is for you if you like consuming short, crisp, and engaging information with pictures within a few hours.
This is a helpful handbook with:
★ Interior Colored Pages
★ 80+ high-quality images
★ 30+ PNW Mushrooms covered with recipes
The book covers:
✓The Basics of Mycology
✓5 Golden Steps towards Foraging
✓Common Wild Mushrooms of PNW with Foraging Tips and Photographs(Also covers common poisonous ones to be avoided)
✓How to Preserve & Store
✓Delicious Wild Mushroom Recipes
✓Seasonal Mushroom Calendar of PNW
✓Appendix Bonus: Mushroom Logbook Pages
So if you are short on time and want a basic understanding of Mushrooms of PNW with images (to recall), here is your chance.
A kitchen without a cabinet is like a body without a soul.
This is what a wise cabinetmaker uttered when I asked what cabinet making meant to him.
I have been practicing all the aspects of woodworking like Joinery, Woodturning, and Furniture making along with Cabinet Making, and I must say this art provides the maximum chance of impacting the overall look of your kitchen or bathroom and eventually, your home.
Cabinets, for me, are an extension of your personality and a great way to express yourself.
When I first started woodcraft, I looked desperately for a go-to guide about the specific processes and exact tools required.
The content I found online was total information overload and wasn't presented sequentially. The books were either focused on just a few processes or assumed that I already had the necessary information. Many of the books were also very dated.
There are two ways of learning: learning from SMEs (Subject Matter Experts) with years of experience, and the other is to acquire from people who are just a few steps ahead of you in their journey.
I fall into the latter group. I've spent five years on this hobby and am still learning from the experts.
I still remember my initial doubts and the first tips that helped me.
This book is for those who are still running their first lap (0-3 years) in wood-crafting and want to gain a holistic idea of the necessary processes and tools.
I've included photographs of realistic beginner projects, and I'll explain the processes and standard operating procedures associated with them.
Below are the topics you would find inside:
In the last chapter, I've provided a link to free online resources for planning your next projects.
Cheers, and let's start the exciting journey
There are very few crafts in the world which gives as much satisfaction as Pyrography- Anonymous
Whether you are a Technology professional like me or Financial Consultant or a Teacher, we all need to unwind and splash our creative juices once in a while and appreciate the power of imagination.
This book is targeted at people from diverse backgrounds, trying Pyrography as a beginner and looking for to the point, minimalistic, value-packed information to start off with their first project.
Why Pyrography?
Of all the crafts I have done, Pyrography is the most value for money. It gives me immense satisfaction and serves the purpose for which I practice the art on the weekends.
The best part is this art has got something for everyone.
If you are a beginner, get a scrap wood and use your existing soldering pen to start the artwork. Later, you can shift to a proper burner. If you like calligraphy, you can burn letters. A friend of mine is a space enthusiast, and he is making space ships!
With experience, you master the art of shading, which gives depth to the artwork. Drawing hair, fur, or skin of an animal takes time, but it is worthwhile to put the effort.
The best part of this skill is it makes one of the best presents for the loved ones. As the art ages with time, it leaves a memorable piece of history to the coming generation.
The best person to guide you is the one few steps ahead of you!
This is not a traditional book but an effort from your friend to present the experience and discussions while learning this art in the last few years. I am not an expert (there are many I know who are just fabulous) but just a learner improving with each project.
This book provides a minimalistic approach to the information required to start your first Pyrography project. It covers:
I still remember the initial doubts I had and the tips which helped me.
This book is for people who are in their first lap of Pyrography journey and want to have a holistic idea of processes, tools and need help in their initial projects.
I have included photographs of realistic projects of beginners explaining the process and standard operating procedure while starting.
So, what are you waiting for? Get this updated book and start your Pyrography Journey Today!
Of all the wood related crafts I have tried, Woodturning is the one which requires most patience.
Once a student asked a master wood turner about the secret behind perfect wood turning. He replied:
Just stand at the Lathe and the magic will happen.
This is the essence of learning this craft.
I have been practicing wood crafting since last 5 years and still remember the initial struggles, confusion and lack of helpful, to the point updated information available online .
That made me to finally write the DIY series to help the wood workers in the initial lap of their journey.
I have just went through that phase few years back and I truly believe that the best person to guide you is the one just few steps ahead of you.
This book contains:
The books is packed with realistic photographs of the projects and would help you understand the processes with clarity.
So what are you waiting for?
Get this updated book with to the point information for beginners
Woodworking is not about what children make - it's about the changes that are made within the child - Pete Moorhouse
◆ Are you a parent looking for ways to engage with your kids, bond with them, and have fun?
◆ Are you looking for ways to help turn off the smartphones, tablets, and television and still have your kids and teens occupied with a fun activity?
In an ever-changing society, there aren't a whole lot of activities that are geared towards children, teens, and parents. Marketing strategies have become so specific that they target the exact age ranges.
Fortunately, if you take a step back from modern society, you can get involved in some age-old crafts and practical skills that are fun for the whole family
Woodworking is such a craft. Not only are there projects that range in difficulty for different skill and age groups, but there are some projects that can be completed by two people, giving you a chance to interact and bond with your children face to face. Without the input of noise and visual stimulation from screen entertainment, you and your children can talk to each other and create something together.
Woodworking is detail-oriented crafts, so it is best to unplug completely, removing distractions like phones and screened devices while participating. It is a good excuse for you and your children to step back and develop a different set of skills.
By utilizing this book, you'll learn why woodworking skills are important for the overall growth of our kids. You will be taught basic techniques and be introduced to the proper tools and materials for these crafts. Additionally, you'll have several beginner projects with step by step instructions to get started on with your children. This is a great place to start you and your children's digital detox and bonding activities
I've included photographs of realistic beginner projects, and I'll explain the processes and standard operating procedures associated with them.
Below are the topics you would find inside:
In the last chapter, I've also provided a link to free online resources for planning your next projects.
Cheers, and let's start the exciting journey
Woodworking is not about what children make - it's about the changes that are made within the child - Pete Moorhouse
◆ Are you a parent looking for ways to engage with your kids, bond with them, and have fun?
◆ Are you looking for ways to help turn off the smart phones, tablets, and television and still have your kids and teens occupied with a fun activity?
In an ever-changing society, there aren't a whole lot of activities that are geared towards children, teens, and parents. Marketing strategies have become so specific that they target the exact age ranges.
Fortunately, if you take a step back from modern society, you can get involved in some age-old crafts and practical skills that are fun for the whole family
Woodworking is such a craft. Not only are there projects that range in difficulty for different skill and age groups, but there are some projects that can be completed by two people, giving you a chance to interact and bond with your children face to face. Without the input of noise and visual stimulation from screen entertainment, you and your children can talk to each other and create something together.
Woodworking is detail-oriented crafts, so it is best to unplug completely, removing distractions like phones and screened devices while participating. It is a good excuse for you and your children to step back and develop a different set of skills.
By utilizing this book, you'll learn why woodworking skills are important for overall growth of our kids. You will be taught basic techniques and be introduced to the proper tools and materials for these crafts. Additionally, you'll have several beginner projects with step by step instructions to get started on with your children. This is a great place to start you and your children's digital detox and bonding activities
I've included photographs of realistic beginner projects, and I'll explain the processes and standard operating procedures associated with them.
Below are the topics you would find inside:
In the last chapter, I've also provided a link to free online resources for planning your next projects.
Cheers, and let's start the exciting journey
Are you looking for hobbies that can be a favorite weekend pastime for young, old, and teens alike?
Well, you can get 3 of them in a single book:
Leather Crafting
Wood Burning
Whittling
We all need a few hobbies to unwind, relax, and cut off from the routine chores and excessive technology (Digital Detox).
Also, whether you are young, old, or teen, across all age groups, these activities are required for different reasons.
So I started writing this book to provide a minimalistic approach to information required to start your first leather project. It covers:
Leather Crafting
Wood Burning/Pyrography
Whittling
Well, if you ever wanted to start your Journey in these crafts, this would be the perfect enabler and a guide for you.
Why?
Because I genuinely believe in the saying, The best person to guide you is the one few steps ahead of you.
So, what are you waiting for? Get this updated book and start your Journey Today
Whittling for me is more than just an art. It is like meditation and rather therapeutical. Every single time you create something, it brings you the delight and also the happiness that meets your mind and soul.
This is the reply I got from an old practitioner when I asked him how do you interpret Whittling. Then I realized the core idea behind this craft. It comes with no deadline, no pre-written script, no rules, and just pure expression of your emotions through a knife and a piece of wood.
In the present times, when all the self-help gurus are talking about Digital Detox, Whittling comes as a strong contender to pass on to the young and the old alike.
My Journey in Whittling
My wife introduced me to the world of Whittling 5 years ago. As I was already into Leathercraft and Pyrography, I got the basics quickly. But reaching the intermediate level in any art requires practice and patience. It has been an incredible journey for the last few years, working alongside her on various Whittling projects.
About the Book
This book is like a friend sharing his experiences and taking you from point A to B in your Whittling journey. The examples and references are real and taken out of the conversations with various experienced Whittlers.
The book covers:
I have included realistic photographs, discussions, tips, FAQs, which I have received along the way of my journey in Whittling over the years.
Still on the fence?
Okay, let me explain to you the difference between Wood Carving and Whittling?
Whittling is like an unplanned vacation (go with the flow), and Wood Craving is like planning a vacation through a tour operator
And lastly my favorite analogy:
When I was struggling to understand the concept of wood grain initially, one old-time whittler told me, Think of the grain-like petting a cat. When you pet it head to tail, the fur all lies down, and the cat purrs. If you try to go from tail to head, it spikes up, and the cat gets very angry. Keep the cat happy.
So what are you waiting for, get the book now and start your Whittling Journey
Foraging is the earliest and most natural way of gathering edibles in human evolution.
Given the extensive natural gift in the New Mexico, foraging wild edible fruits, berries, and plants become the most satisfying experience.
Humans have been foraging since the dawn of civilization. It was the primary means of sustenance for our prehistoric ancestors. Chances are, even you have foraged and probably did not realize that you were doing it.
Have you ever picked wild berries from a nearby park or plucked herbs from a neighborhood garden?
Well, these are both instances of Foraging.
This book is a visual journey with:
★ Colored Interior
★ 70 + images
★ Wild Edible plants & Mushrooms
★10 Recipes
If you are looking for a short, crisp, and visually pleasing account of all Foraging steps with respect to New Mexico, this is where you land!
The topics covered are:
You can't simply head out right into the woods without proper guidance and someone experienced. With direction, support, and experience, you can quickly become a foraging pro.
So what are you waiting for?
Add to cart this concise, crisp, and to-the-point book to start your journey towards New Mexico Foraging!
The act of Foraging is the earliest and most natural way of gathering edibles in human evolution.
Given the extensive natural gift in the Texas, foraging wild edible fruits, berries, and plants become the most satisfying experience.
Humans have been foraging since the dawn of civilization. It was the primary means of sustenance for our prehistoric ancestors. Chances are, even you have foraged and probably did not realize that you were doing it.
Have you ever picked wild berries from a nearby park or plucked herbs from a neighborhood garden? Well, these are both instances of Foraging.
This book is a visual journey with:
★ Colored Interior
★ 80 + images
★ 20 edible plants in Texas
★10 Recipes
If you are looking for a short, crisp, and visually pleasing account of all Foraging steps concerning Texas, this is where you land!
The topics covered are:
You can't simply head out right into the woods without proper guidance and someone's experience. With direction, support, and experience, you can quickly become a Texas foraging pro.
So what are you waiting for?
Add to cart this concise, crisp, and to-the-point book to start your journey towards Texas Foraging!
While I was in Pacific Northwest for 5 years, my colleague from work got me hooked on Foraging and Growing mushrooms.
I continued with this hobby for the last 7 years and wherever I go I make sure to discover the mushroom in the region and its medicinal utility in the local culture.
This book is a 2-in-1 manuscript and covers in detail about
◆ Growing Edible Mushrooms Indoor and on your lawn
◆Medicinal/Healing Mushrooms - Types, Usage, Storage, Benefits & Recipes!!
Plus:
- Colored Interiors
- Picture on each page - More than 175 instructional images
Topics covered:
Part 1
- Mushrooming 101-The beginning of this journey
- The science behind it: Nature's play!
- Growing Mushrooms at home
- Techniques - PF Tek, 5 Gallon Bucket, Monotub, Log Grow, Bottle/Jar, Outdoor, Straw Logs & much more
- Which Mushroom to grow and how?
- Common challenges you would face
- Earning Profits: If you wish to sell!
- Frequently Asked Questions: Questions I remember interacting with other fellow growers.
- Few more tips like Mushroom growing process diagram (the simple one!), Mushroom Tree compatibility, Precautions for beginner's
Part 2
- Historical instances of the use of Medicinal Mushrooms in various civilizations
- Meet 18 different Healing Mushrooms
- What are their respective healing powers, news about ongoing research
- How to Forage main Medicinal Mushrooms in the wild
- Usage and storage tips
- Healthy Recipes
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Glossary
Get this 2-in-1 book now and learn to hunt, grow and use Mushroom !!
The act of Foraging is the earliest and most natural way of gathering edibles in human evolution.
Given the extensive natural gift in the PNW (Pacific Northwest), foraging wild edible fruits, berries, and plants become the most satisfying experience.
Humans have been foraging since the dawn of civilization. It was the primary means of sustenance for our prehistoric ancestors. Chances are, even you have foraged and probably did not realize that you were doing it.
Have you ever picked wild berries from a nearby park or plucked herbs from a neighborhood garden? Well, these are both instances of Foraging.
This book is a visual journey with:
★ Colored Interior
★ 75 + images
★ 18 edible plants in PNW
★ Recipes
If you are looking for a short, crisp, and visually pleasing account of all Foraging steps with respect to the PNW states, this is where you land!
The topics covered are:
You can't simply head out right into the woods without proper guidance, and someone experienced. With the direction, support, and experience, you can quickly become a Pacific Northwest foraging pro.
So what are you waiting for?
Add to cart this concise, crisp, and to-the-point book to start your journey towards PNW Foraging!
Imagine you have an important exam next week. Who would you turn to for help?
Option 1: A Subject Matter Expert (SME) with years of experience who might overlook basics and explain from their advanced perspective.
Option 2: Someone who started from scratch like you and just passed the exam last week. This person understands the exact process, challenges, doubts, and roadblocks you face and can guide you from your perspective.
If you chose Option 2, you're in the right place.
I'm a Technology Consultant, but my leathercraft journey began in 2014. I started from scratch, relying on countless YouTube videos, courses, and Facebook groups. After four months, I completed my first project, but not without feeling overwhelmed by the vast amount of information available.
I realized that beginners need precise, essential, and minimalistic guidance to complete their first leathercraft project successfully. I wrote this book, offering a streamlined approach to starting your leathercraft journey.
What You'll Learn:
Why This Book?
This book is designed for beginners in their first lap (0-3 years) of the leathercraft journey. It comprehensively overviews the processes, tools, and initial projects. Inside, you'll find photographs of real projects, detailed explanations, and standard operating procedures to guide you.
Don't let confusion and overwhelm hold you back. Get the exact information you need to complete your first project with confidence.
Start Your Leather Crafting Journey Today!
What are you waiting for? Grab this updated edition with 22 chapters and transform your leathercrafting skills now!