Driftwood Furniture: Practical Projects for Your Home & Garden

Driftwood Furniture: Practical Projects for Your Home & Garden

by Derek Douglas (Author)

Synopsis

From the beach to your back garden...Driftwood is an ideal building material. It is abundant, renewable and (best of all) free. It is easy to work with, does not require complicated tools and the results are unique since no two pieces of driftwood are the same. Using driftwood adds to the rustic setting of any garden or patio. Because of the natural process that creates driftwood, it requires no finishes and it is naturally waterproof and pest-free. This book shows how to construct beautiful and useful chairs, tables, benches, arbors, and decorative objects. Thirty projects are featured that will appeal to novice and experienced woodworkers alike. Each clearly illustrated project in Driftwood Furniture is fully explained with valuable tips and practical advice. The results are fun, whimsical and durable. * Illustrated throughout with 60 line drawings & a 16 page insert of colour photographs. * No special costs, tools or techniques required: even a beginner can tackle this subject.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 144
Publisher: Firefly Books Ltd
Published: 09 Oct 2003

ISBN 10: 1552977021
ISBN 13: 9781552977026

Media Reviews
Simple step-by-step instructions for a variety of backyard driftwood objects.--Johanna Weidner Kitchener Record (08/16/2003)
Douglas' detailed drawings, large color photos and friendly prose make his book a delight.--Kathleen Grant Geib Ang Newspapers [California] (01/03/2004)
Plenty of ideas, tips and instructions on how to build rustic pieces that will add charm and personality to any setting.--Vena Eaton Toronto Saturday Sun (06/19/2004)
Timeless rustic appeal.--Nancy A. Herrick Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (01/18/2004)
An easy to follow guide to a furniture making hobby... a quick read full of helpful hints and excitement.-- (06/01/2004)
Rustic, artistic and perhaps comfortable... a practical easy-to-follow guide to create whimsical and durable garden projects.-- (10/19/2003)
Offers readers a wealth of information... numerous tips and ideas for working and designing with driftwood... of interest to many woodworkers and crafters.-- (03/01/2004)
The author knows his craft and offers step-by-step instruction... suitable for beginners and experts alike.-- (02/01/2004)
All one needs to know... included are tips on saving money, pulling broken drill bits out of the wood and other helpful tips.-- (04/01/2004)
Looking for unique or inexpensive furniture... Douglas tells you how... Driftwood has many benefits. It is strong, free and beautiful.-- (07/15/2004)
Combination how-to and inspirational book details furniture and objets d'art... guaranteed to be unique.-- (08/20/2004)
Author Bio

Derek Douglas builds driftwood furniture and regularly wins driftwood art competitions.