Books by Cathy Baker

  • Chair Caning and Seat Weaving
    Since 1973, Storey's Country Wisdom Bulletins have offered practical, hands-on instructions designed to help readers master dozens of country living skills quickly and easily. There are now more than 170 titles in this series, and their remarkable popularity reflects the common desire of country and city dwellers alike to cultivate personal independence in everyday life.
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  • Building Simple Furniture
                    EASY-TO-BUILD PROJECTS FOR THE WEEKEND WOODWORKER!Look over the variety of simple wood-working projects in the bulletin and you’ll quickly find something that deserves a place in your home.  A small table for the hallway, perhaps, or an Adirondack chair or picnic set for the deck or garden?                The good news is that you don’t need to be a master carpenter with a basement full of power tools to craft these handsome and practical items.  With a few simple hand tools and Cathy Baker’s step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow illustrations and diagrams, you can build sturdy, durable, beautiful wooden furniture that you and your family will enjoy for years to come.                Projects include:·         Wall shelf·         Small bench·         Picnic table and benches·         Adirondack chair·         Pump lamp·         Step stool·         Storage box·         Side table
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