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AMERICAN WOODSHOP

Saturday, August 15th

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Chippendale High Boy Carvings and Turnings

This period furniture design is inspired by Thomas Chippendale of the 1700s. Elegance in American black cherry. The scallop shell carvings are iconic and uniquely American. The final turnings just lift the eyes to the broken arch pediment. Breathtaking!

Saturday, August 22nd

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Finishing for the Ages / Queen Anne Low Boy Finishing Techniques

How do you get the perfect color on custom wooden works? Test samples! This show is completely dedicated to demystifying the finishing process. This episode shows the steps needed to finish with style and ease!

Saturday, August 29th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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The Go-To Corner Chair

The chair is the most used daytime furniture in every home. This unconventional corner chair is the perfect way to make sitting in the corner fun. Made of a bent lamination arm rest supported by turned red oak spindles with a plank seat. You need to see this to believe it!

Saturday, September 5th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Easy Inlay Turned Boxes

Completely mesmerizing! These spinning creations of magical woods are inlaid with wonder! New materials and new techniques of inlaying elevate turned boxes to new heights. It's impossible to have more fun in wood than by watching these spin to life! Also featured are chisel sharpening tips.

Saturday, September 12th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:46
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Cantilevered Tables

Designed to defy gravity, these tables just look right. The live edge walnut slab tops really look spectacular! A special interlocking pivot joint is used to form the leg assembly. Power sculpting the large wide slabs really makes the wood come to life!

Saturday, September 19th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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Art Glass Light Box/Arch Top Window for Suzy's Barn Woodshop

Learn all the tricks you need to master and restore beautiful leaded glass and architecturally unique windows. Never give up on good windows because they radiate light.

Saturday, September 26th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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Walnut Conference Table

Made of very special 6/4 walnut with lots of figure. This commission will go to one of the world's best chocolate companies. Learn how to use a special joint called the Castle Joint. Head to Hartzell Hardwoods to see wood kilns in action.

Saturday, October 3rd

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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Kitchen Plank Stool

This sturdy and functional stool is designed for kitchen use. The triangular seat is sculpted with a handheld power planer. The three legs are hickory, and the three stretchers are beautiful cherry. Make any kitchen shine with this addition. Spindle turning techniques are illustrated!

Saturday, October 10th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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Turned Clock Spinning Time

Two clocks are made with the help of a wood lathe. Learn the basics behind face plate turning. See how to use different chisels to master turning bowls. Then see three different uses for beautifully turned objects.

Saturday, October 17th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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American Ladder-Back Rocker and One Up-Cycled Iron-Backed Mahogany Garden Bench

See how to convert a ladder-back chair into a rocker the easy way. Then reclaim iron parts to rebuild a beautiful garden bench. Recycled mahogany from an auction is used.

Saturday, October 24th

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Runtime: 00:26:50
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The Ultimate Game Table Ches

This mid-century modern design is an ideal addition to any room in any home. It just happens to be for playing games. See this granite-top, three-drawer masterpiece come to life. Easy-to-use biscuits join it all together.

Saturday, October 31st

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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Antique Door Glass Display Case

The best source for upcycling furniture is usually the Habitat for Humanity ReStore. See how you can take the perfect antique glass door and turn it into a wonderful display cabinet. Very simple and affordable woodworking tool techniques are used.

Saturday, November 7th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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Arts and Crafts Oak Stand

A blend of both white and red oak creates a through-tenon masterpiece. The strongest joint in woodworking is used to craft a stand that could be used to display unique objects. Granite brings all the design elements together.

Saturday, November 14th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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Willow and Elm Furniture

Scott and Suzy head to the woods to find unusual pieces of wood to incorporate into a beautiful table and a whimsical bench. Working with green wood has never been more fun. Learn how to finish green wood. Corkscrew willow accents make magic happen.

Saturday, November 21st

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:50
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Live-Edge Display Shelves

Epoxy resins are used to construct shelves with internal lights. And bark accents are combined to create a freestanding, artistic, natural live-edge accent piece. Three floating shelves can be adjusted for different uses.

Saturday, November 28th

8:00am on
Runtime: 00:26:55
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Finishing Like A Pro

Six finishing techniques can give you professional results. Learn the six steps to enhance wood, restore antiques, or create new masterpieces. Furniture restoration has never been this easy. See which finishes are the safest to use.