Dale Power departs from his usual animal carvings, burying himself in a new art formthe manufacture of special boxes for pets and people. Heres one project you wont want to put off till tomorrow. All of the tools and techniques needed to produce strong and beautiful coffins are presented here in clear, concise language. Color photographs illustrate every step in the construction of three pet-size and three human-size coffins. Detailed patterns are provided and different box construction techniques are revealed. One box design even doubles as a beautiful blanket chest or coffee table. Once the coffins are built, the discussion turns to the many moldings, appliques, linings, and finishes which may be used to make each coffin unique. A color gallery is also provided. With full color illustrations and detailed instructions, this book is a challenge to the novice and a joy for the experienced craftsman.
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39 of 40 people found the following review helpful:
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As a coffin builder, I cannot recommend this book.,
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This review is from: Do-It-Yourself Coffins: For Pets and People (Schiffer Book for Woodworkers) (Paperback)
The photographs in "Do-It-Yourself Coffins" are nicely done. Unfortunately, the artisanry and aesthetic appeal of the coffins are not. As a person who designs and builds fine, handcrafted coffins, I was disappointed in the level of how-to information presented as well as the quality and appearance of the finished products.
35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:
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Zero Stars!,
By Eric Garwood (New Castle, DE USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Do-It-Yourself Coffins: For Pets and People (Schiffer Book for Woodworkers) (Paperback)
I have built one of the coffins following the directions in the book. Some measurements are missing, and some are not correct. This cost me in materials and time. Beware!
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
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Poooor Quality,
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This review is from: Do-It-Yourself Coffins: For Pets and People (Schiffer Book for Woodworkers) (Paperback)
I should have paid more attention to the ratings. I was looking for something to get me started, and this book just barely did that. Anyone with any woodworking skill at all will cringe at the drawings and poor quality of the measurements. Photo's are good. Quality of the products are very pooooor!
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