Rakuten Kobo

Little and Often

A Memoir

by Trent Preszler ...

A USA TODAY BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR (★★★★)“Little and Often is a beautiful memoir of grief, love, the shattered bond between a father and son, and the resurrection of a broken heart. Trent Preszler tells his story with the same level of art and craftsmanship that he brings to his boat making, and he reminds us of creativity’s power to transform and heal our lives. This is a powerful and deeply ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

A USA TODAY BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR (★★★★)“Little and Often is a beautiful memoir of grief, love, the shattered bond between a father and son, and the resurrection of a broken heart. Trent Preszler tells his story with the same level of art and craftsmanship that he brings to his boat making, and he reminds us of creativity’s power to transform and heal our lives. This is a powerful and deeply
... Read more
The Knife Maker of Venice

by David Gilman ...

A young Englishman captured by slavers must survive the snakepit that is seventeenth-century Venice.As pirates seeking slaves to sell in the markets of North Africa terrorise the coasts of Europe, headstrong Richard Sheriff and his sister Elizabeth are torn from their Devonshire home and thrust into a waking nightmare.Richard's skills as a blacksmith see him fetch a high price, but the pirate ... Read more

$10.69 CAD

A young Englishman captured by slavers must survive the snakepit that is seventeenth-century Venice.As pirates seeking slaves to sell in the markets of North Africa terrorise the coasts of Europe, headstrong Richard Sheriff and his sister Elizabeth are torn from their Devonshire home and thrust into a waking nightmare.Richard's skills as a blacksmith see him fetch a high price, but the pirate
... Read more
Easy-to-Build Outdoor Projects

29 Projects for Your Yard and Garden

by Popular Woodworking ...

Build Your Own Backyard Getaway!From Adirondack chairs and porch swings, to birdhouses and potting benches, Easy-to-Build Outdoor Projects is filled with the types of practical and attractive projects woodworkers love to build. The plans are simple - many only require a handful of tools - and every project comes with step-by-step instructions. Also, the expert woodworkers who created the projects ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Build Your Own Backyard Getaway!From Adirondack chairs and porch swings, to birdhouses and potting benches, Easy-to-Build Outdoor Projects is filled with the types of practical and attractive projects woodworkers love to build. The plans are simple - many only require a handful of tools - and every project comes with step-by-step instructions. Also, the expert woodworkers who created the projects
... Read more
The Wood Stash Project Book

by Kerry Pierce ...

Get more out of every piece of wood!Every woodworker has a pile of wood scraps, rips and cutoffs. The Wood Stash Project Book shows you how to put this perfectly good material to use in fun and creative ways.You'll learn how to turn "leftovers" into great gifts using carving, turning and your favorite hand-tooling techniques. Step-by-step photos are included for each project, ranging from kitchen ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Get more out of every piece of wood!Every woodworker has a pile of wood scraps, rips and cutoffs. The Wood Stash Project Book shows you how to put this perfectly good material to use in fun and creative ways.You'll learn how to turn "leftovers" into great gifts using carving, turning and your favorite hand-tooling techniques. Step-by-step photos are included for each project, ranging from kitchen
... Read more
Woodturning

A Manual of Techniques

by Hugh O'Neill ...

This is a comprehensive guide to woodturning which will be of value and help to both new and experienced woodturners.Hugh 0'Neill covers the tools and woods used in turning, the principles of design, the lathe, wood finishing, and the techniques of turning spindles, bowls and decorative works. The book also covers the workshop and a selection of projects including bowls and table legs. ... Read more

$14.99 CAD

This is a comprehensive guide to woodturning which will be of value and help to both new and experienced woodturners.Hugh 0'Neill covers the tools and woods used in turning, the principles of design, the lathe, wood finishing, and the techniques of turning spindles, bowls and decorative works. The book also covers the workshop and a selection of projects including bowls and table legs.
... Read more
Woodworking Wisdom & Know-How

Everything You need to Design, Build and Create

by Taunton Press ...

Series series Wisdom & Know-How
From the experts at Fine Woodworking magazine, this complete and easy-to-follow resource has everything you need to know about the art of woodworking.Woodworking Wisdom & Know-How is the essential go-to book for every woodworking project imaginable, from building kitchen cabinets to refinishing a deck, from the vast cache of Fine Woodworking's projects and advice.Topics addressed in this book ... Read more

$17.99 CAD

From the experts at Fine Woodworking magazine, this complete and easy-to-follow resource has everything you need to know about the art of woodworking.Woodworking Wisdom & Know-How is the essential go-to book for every woodworking project imaginable, from building kitchen cabinets to refinishing a deck, from the vast cache of Fine Woodworking's projects and advice.Topics addressed in this book
... Read more
Woodcarving Illustrated Issue 35 Summer 2006

by Editors of Woodcarving Illustrated ...

Series Book 35 - Woodcarving Illustrated Magazine
Featured in this issue:10 tips for realistic birds of preyCarving classic bookendsWood engravingOzark CaricatureCreating Natural HabitatPainting your chip carvings ... Read more

$6.89 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Featured in this issue:10 tips for realistic birds of preyCarving classic bookendsWood engravingOzark CaricatureCreating Natural HabitatPainting your chip carvings
... Read more
The Handmade Skateboard

Design & Build Your Own Custom Longboard, Cruiser, or Street Deck

by Matt Berger ...

With over 10K sold, the first edition of The Handmade Skateboard is the best-selling book on the topic of making a skateboard.Skateboarding continues to be the top extreme sport among teens and is now a $3 billion industry.Building a skateboard doesn’t require a lot of equipment, materials, or time.A skateboard presents the ideal woodworking project for stale shop classes in school, popular maker ... Read more

$29.99 CAD

With over 10K sold, the first edition of The Handmade Skateboard is the best-selling book on the topic of making a skateboard.Skateboarding continues to be the top extreme sport among teens and is now a $3 billion industry.Building a skateboard doesn’t require a lot of equipment, materials, or time.A skateboard presents the ideal woodworking project for stale shop classes in school, popular maker
... Read more
16.000 Plans For Extreme Woodworking: Easy Projects For Saving a Ton of Money and Having a Blast!

by Bruce Press ...

Over 16000 Woodworking Plans at your fingertips!Each of the more than 16,000 plans is well organized and structured in a way that even a beginner can easily read, interpret, and follow.Instructions are detailed and clear! You are guaranteed to get the project done right if you strictly follow the provided instructions!Regardless of the project you are considering working on, from a plain toy box ... Read more

Free

Over 16000 Woodworking Plans at your fingertips!Each of the more than 16,000 plans is well organized and structured in a way that even a beginner can easily read, interpret, and follow.Instructions are detailed and clear! You are guaranteed to get the project done right if you strictly follow the provided instructions!Regardless of the project you are considering working on, from a plain toy box
... Read more
The Art of Whittling

Classic Woodworking Projects for Beginners and Hobbyists

by Walter L. Faurot ...

The Art of Whittling has provided readers with a wonderful introduction to the enjoyable hobby of whittling for decades. First published in 1930, Walter L. Faurot’s guide was one of the first manuals on the subject. This book contains a wealth of traditional whittling project that are not found in many other books today.Rediscover such classics as: Interlocking wooden puzzles Rings and dumbbells ... Read more

$10.99 CAD

The Art of Whittling has provided readers with a wonderful introduction to the enjoyable hobby of whittling for decades. First published in 1930, Walter L. Faurot’s guide was one of the first manuals on the subject. This book contains a wealth of traditional whittling project that are not found in many other books today.Rediscover such classics as: Interlocking wooden puzzles Rings and dumbbells
... Read more
Human Dimension and Interior Space

A Source Book of Design Reference Standards

by Julius Panero, Martin Zelnik ...

The study of human body measurements on a comparative basis is known as anthropometrics. Its applicability to the design process is seen in the physical fit, or interface, between the human body and the various components of interior space.Human Dimension and Interior Space is the first major anthropometrically based reference book of design standards for use by all those involved with the ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

The study of human body measurements on a comparative basis is known as anthropometrics. Its applicability to the design process is seen in the physical fit, or interface, between the human body and the various components of interior space.Human Dimension and Interior Space is the first major anthropometrically based reference book of design standards for use by all those involved with the
... 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

$25.99 CAD

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
Wood Carving for Beginners

by Charles H. Hayward ...

Explore the craft of wood carving with the definitive introductory guide, Wood Carving for Beginners by master craftsman and acclaimed technical writer Charles H. Hayward. First published in the mid-20th century, this book quickly established itself as the gold standard for self-instruction due to its clear, methodical approach and Hayward's authoritative yet accessible writing style.Hayward, ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Explore the craft of wood carving with the definitive introductory guide, Wood Carving for Beginners by master craftsman and acclaimed technical writer Charles H. Hayward. First published in the mid-20th century, this book quickly established itself as the gold standard for self-instruction due to its clear, methodical approach and Hayward's authoritative yet accessible writing style.Hayward,
... Read more
The Violin Maker

A Search for the Secrets of Craftsmanship, Sound, and Stradivari

by John Marchese ...

“[A] magical, profound, and elegant look at the continued need for high quality in our throw away society.” —Douglas Brinkley, HistorianThis intensely human story, which moves from an ageless workshop in Brooklyn to the rehearsal rooms of Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and across the globe to Cremona, the birthplace of Stradivari, opens up for the reader the insular and fascinating realm of ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

“[A] magical, profound, and elegant look at the continued need for high quality in our throw away society.” —Douglas Brinkley, HistorianThis intensely human story, which moves from an ageless workshop in Brooklyn to the rehearsal rooms of Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center, and across the globe to Cremona, the birthplace of Stradivari, opens up for the reader the insular and fascinating realm of
... Read more
Wooden Lure Making 101: Make Your First Handmade Lures Deadly Effective

by Greg Vinall ...

Essential Reading For Anyone Taking Up Wooden Lure Making: Even A Novice With Minimal Tools Can Turn A Lump Of Wood Into A Highly Effective Fishing Lure!What usually follows is a rapid improvement in the size and number of fish caught as he develops an intimate understanding of lures and simultaneously creates a box full of deadly baits.In this eBook internationally renowned wooden lure making ... Read more

Free

Essential Reading For Anyone Taking Up Wooden Lure Making: Even A Novice With Minimal Tools Can Turn A Lump Of Wood Into A Highly Effective Fishing Lure!What usually follows is a rapid improvement in the size and number of fish caught as he develops an intimate understanding of lures and simultaneously creates a box full of deadly baits.In this eBook internationally renowned wooden lure making
... Read more
Mountain Man Skills

Hunting, Trapping, Woodwork, and More

by Stephen Brennan ...

Crafts and Skills of the Mountain Man is a fascinating, practical guide to the skills that have made the mountain men famous worldwide as outdoorsmen and craftsmen. Readers can replicate outdoor living by trying a hand at making rafts and canoes, constructing tools, and living off the land.Learn key skills like:Building a strong fire.Learning to hunt and butcher your meals.Creating a safe and ... Read more

$11.99 CAD

Crafts and Skills of the Mountain Man is a fascinating, practical guide to the skills that have made the mountain men famous worldwide as outdoorsmen and craftsmen. Readers can replicate outdoor living by trying a hand at making rafts and canoes, constructing tools, and living off the land.Learn key skills like:Building a strong fire.Learning to hunt and butcher your meals.Creating a safe and
... Read more
The Handbuilt Home

34 Simple Stylish and Budget-Friendly Woodworking Projects for Every Room

by Ana White ...

Create a Beautiful, Modern Home with One-of-a-Kind DIY FurnitureBeds, organizers, Adirondack chairs, a play table, and more! It's easy to build inexpensive, quality furnishings with this indispensible collection of woodworking projects from Ana White, the popular blogger who has inspired millions of homemakers with her stylish furniture plans and DIY spirit. As a young mom on a tight budget, Ana ... Read more

$13.99 CAD

Create a Beautiful, Modern Home with One-of-a-Kind DIY FurnitureBeds, organizers, Adirondack chairs, a play table, and more! It's easy to build inexpensive, quality furnishings with this indispensible collection of woodworking projects from Ana White, the popular blogger who has inspired millions of homemakers with her stylish furniture plans and DIY spirit. As a young mom on a tight budget, Ana
... Read more
Ingrained

The Making of a Craftsman

by Callum Robinson ...

NATIONAL BESTSELLERLONGLISTED FOR THE 2025 ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN NONFICTIONA captivating memoir that immerses readers in the life of a Scottish carpenter as he perfects his craft, builds a business, and reflects on what inheritance and shared responsibility really mean.The eldest son of a master woodworker, Callum Robinson spent his childhood surrounded by wood and trees, ... Read more

$18.99 CAD

NATIONAL BESTSELLERLONGLISTED FOR THE 2025 ANDREW CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR EXCELLENCE IN NONFICTIONA captivating memoir that immerses readers in the life of a Scottish carpenter as he perfects his craft, builds a business, and reflects on what inheritance and shared responsibility really mean.The eldest son of a master woodworker, Callum Robinson spent his childhood surrounded by wood and trees,
... Read more
The Lost Carving

A Journey to the Heart of Making

by David Esterly ...

“A beautiful, intricate meditation on creativity and discovery, on fire and rebirth.” —Elizabeth GilbertAwestruck at the sight of a Grinling Gibbons carving in a London church, David Esterly chose to dedicate his life to woodcarving—its physical rhythms, intricate beauty, and intellectual demands. Forty years later, he is the foremost practitioner of Gibbons’s forgotten technique, which ... Read more

$16.99 CAD

“A beautiful, intricate meditation on creativity and discovery, on fire and rebirth.” —Elizabeth GilbertAwestruck at the sight of a Grinling Gibbons carving in a London church, David Esterly chose to dedicate his life to woodcarving—its physical rhythms, intricate beauty, and intellectual demands. Forty years later, he is the foremost practitioner of Gibbons’s forgotten technique, which
... 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

$19.99 CAD

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
52 Random Weekend Projects

For Budding Inventors and Backyard Builders

by The King of Random ...

From one of the most popular project channels on YouTube comes a how-to book on building things that go boom.Grant Thompson, "The King of Random," has created one of the most popular project channels on YouTube, featuring awesome videos such as "How to Make a Laser Assisted Blowgun" and "Assassin's Micro Crossbow." He currently has almost ten million subscribers, posts five times a week, and ... Read more

$19.19 CAD

From one of the most popular project channels on YouTube comes a how-to book on building things that go boom.Grant Thompson, "The King of Random," has created one of the most popular project channels on YouTube, featuring awesome videos such as "How to Make a Laser Assisted Blowgun" and "Assassin's Micro Crossbow." He currently has almost ten million subscribers, posts five times a week, and
... Read more
Building the Timber Frame House

The Revival of a Forgotten Craft

by Tedd Benson ...

For centuries, post-and-beam construction has proved to be one of the most durable building techniques. It is being enthusiastically revived today not only for its sturdiness but because it can be easily insulated, it is attractive, and it offers the builder the unique satisfaction of working with timbers. Building the Timber Frame House is the most comprehensive manual available on the technique. ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

For centuries, post-and-beam construction has proved to be one of the most durable building techniques. It is being enthusiastically revived today not only for its sturdiness but because it can be easily insulated, it is attractive, and it offers the builder the unique satisfaction of working with timbers. Building the Timber Frame House is the most comprehensive manual available on the technique.
... 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

$20.99 CAD

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
The Irish Gaelic Tattoo Handbook: Authentic Words and Phrases in the Celtic Language of Ireland

by Audrey Nickel ...

Are you planning an Irish-language tattoo or inscription, or just curious about Irish? Find out why it's dangerous to rely on the internet for an Irish translation! Learn how to honour the Celtic language and culture of Ireland – and avoid embarrassing mistakes – with a glossary of over 400 authentic Irish-language words, phrases, and sayings suitable for tattoos and inscriptions. The book also ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you planning an Irish-language tattoo or inscription, or just curious about Irish? Find out why it's dangerous to rely on the internet for an Irish translation! Learn how to honour the Celtic language and culture of Ireland – and avoid embarrassing mistakes – with a glossary of over 400 authentic Irish-language words, phrases, and sayings suitable for tattoos and inscriptions. The book also
... Read more

eReaders

Apps

Accessories

Shopping Cart

You're getting the VIP treatment!

Your Shopping Cart is empty

Available:

1 audiobook monthly

+ FREE 30-day trial

Available:

1 audiobook monthly

+ FREE 30-day trial

Recommended For You

Woodwork eBooks

Show: