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ON THE COVER

Go "behind the ropes" with Kerry Pierce at Pleasant Hill for a close-up look at this classic Shaker hanging cupboard. Plus, a revelation about Shaker workmanship that may come as a big surprise - nails, and lots of them.

Cover photo by Al Parrish

DEPARTMENTS 10 Out on a Limb

A new column for new woodworkers

12 Letters

Mail from readers

16 Q&A

Flattening unruly panels, discovering hand tool shops and more

90 Flexner on

Finishing

Understanding Stains

96 Out of the

Woodwork

Woodworking Can Be a Blast by Sam Sherrill

PROJECTS, TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES

40 Workholding Strategies

Get a grip on your hand-tool work with inexpensive stops, clamps and jigs - and of course, a sturdy bench. by Lonnie Bird

45 Casework Construction: Cabinet Hardware

WOODWORKING ESSENTIALS

Proper hardware selection is key to a functional and attractive finished casework project.

53 Pocket Mirrors

Take a turn at creating these lovely gift mirrors adorned with Russian enamel paintings. by Dale Nish

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56 Pleasant Hill Shaker Cupboard

A home center provides common stock to create this Shaker project of uncommon beauty. For the first time ever, the measured drawings of this classic Western Shaker piece are in print. by Kerry Pierce

62 Side Sharpening

Just remember that "wider is better" and you'll quickly master this freehand sharpening method.

by Harrelson Stanley

66 Entertaining Designs

Thinner TVs, smaller components and new forms of media have changed the rules when designing entertainment centers. We show you the new guidelines and the proper steps to follow for your next

entertainment center.

70 Rustic Garden Bench

Create an ideal resting place for your bucolic backyard setting with a slab of wood and some rugged legs. by John Wilson

76 Trim Routers

These little workhorses are for more than just routing countertop edge profiles. We'll help you decide which one is best for your woodworking needs and budget.

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June 2006