Woodworking Publication Greene & Greene design elements for the workshop by Darrell Peart

I’ve had this book for a while now, and keep referring to it. I’m gradually adding some of these elements to my own work, starting with the ebony plugs. I found the book very helpful and it offers very practical solutions. Even if you never build a Greene and Greene reproduction, the ideas in this book will inspire new elements in your own designs. I second Jim’s recommendations!

-- SteveL

gee jim :

if hes only 3rd. out of 600 , i don’t know …....... thanks for the info. ,
and thanks for your enlifting words and help ,
on my shop site !

i’m almost done on my new tool setup ,
keep your eyes peeled !

-- david ,new mexico ,allheart

Hey David
It’s number 3 so far…. If I peel my eyes I won’t see anything. LOL Look forward to your new tool set up post.
Jim

-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon

Jim, Thanks for the info. I’ll have to check it out.

-- Kent Shepherd * The goal is-----More Tools!

The only thing missing is a link to make it easy for us lazy people.

-- If you can't build it, code it. If you can't code it, build it. But always ALWAYS take a picture.

There you go any lazy people LOL

http://www.furnituremaker.com/

-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon

I agree that this is an excellent book. I bought it a while back and have enjoyed it thoroughly. Still reading it and always getting some helpful ideas and inspiration.

-- Each and Every step of any project should be considered your masterpiece if you want the finished product to reflect the quality of your work. Greg Little

Thanks for the info Jim. I’ve admired the projects in that style that I have seen here. I’ll have to check the book out.

I’ve had the book for a couple of years. Darrell had been a member on LJ’s but had never posted anything so I sent him a message and said he should post some projects.

And he did a great big supply. Most of the items that he posted are in the book. Some people have asked for plans. He doesn’t have plans in the book but he does have measurements of the size that would help all you artisans to attempt to make your own version.

-- What happens in the workshop stays in the workshop. No wait that doesn't sound right. Karson Southern Delaware karson_morrison@bigfoot.com †

Good review, Jim. I have the book, as well, and I think it is a great book with a lot of information.

Jim – So I have to ask. If this book is in your top 3, what are the other two?

-- - Jim, Vancouver,WA

Hey Jim
I guess I was figuratively speaking to indicate how impressed with Darrells book I was. I might have 20 first place and the same for second place. But the ones that stand out in my thought are Tage Frid Teaches wood working 1-3 and “Joinery” by Gary Rogowski I’m sure If I go to me book shelf and look I’ll find a half dozen more 1st and 2nds. I know that kinda sounds like a politicians answer to a question but what you gonna do.

-- Jim from Heirloom Woodshop Southern Oregon

thanks for the links jim :)

it was a great review..so I wanted to be able to get the book!!!!!

-- If you can't build it, code it. If you can't code it, build it. But always ALWAYS take a picture.

Gee Thanks Jim. I never had much interest in Greene and Greene but I guess I will now. You got my curiousity up…............LOL

-- Jerry--A man can never have enough tools or clamps

Thanks for the answer, Jim. I always like to see what other woodworkers have on their bookshelves. I have to agree with you about those two books.

-- - Jim, Vancouver,WA

Thanks for the review Jim. There is no doubt in my mind about Darrelll Peart’s abilities. His stuff is just unbelievable. I’m going to be buying his book too.

-- Mike, American in Norway

Darrell’s book is just the teaser. Spending time with him at one of his workshops really gets the G&G enthusiasm flowing. Then following the G&G group on Yahoo, which Darrell started, maintains the flow. Visiting Pasadena during Craftsman Weekend in October and meeting Darrell and the others who live their daily lives emersed in G&G fixes the enthusiasm. Finally, putting some G&G elements into your own work so you can live with it is the icing on the cake.

-- Phil in British Columbia

Jim,
Thanks for the review….looks like a great book. Guess I need to add another to my bookshelve, lol. Great review by the way…I look forward to reading it !!

-- Don S.E. OK