I got me the DVD version of "Build a Shaker Table" with Kelly Mehler for Christmas. I know this is an "old" video (I think 1989), turned DVD but I’ve wanted it for a long time and the wish list finally got around to it.
This is a classic that everyone should have… especially those just getting into building furniture. He takes you through the process of building a table from selecting the wood, milling it, cutting tenons, gluing and working the top, tapering the legs, while discussing details of the whole process in a very easy to listen to way. One of the clearest explanations of sharpening a scraper I have even seen is also included. I think that maybe worth the cost by itself…but don’t tell them that.
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If you don’t have it…run to Taunton Press and spend some money…you won’t regret it. I just wish I did it years ago. Would have saved a tree or 2…or 3.