Shaker Hanging Shelf
Hanging shelves were a staple in Shaker homes, created in a range of sizes, materials, and techniques.
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Dovetailed Shaker Tray
Requiring sawing, planning, and shaping skills, this tray is the perfect project to put hand-tool lessons to practice. Project #2220 • Skill Level: Intermediate • Time: 1 Day • Cost: $45 This tray is a slightly amended version of a …
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Shaker-Inspired Bench
Some simple adaptations turn this 19th-century bench into a modern mudroom necessity. There is an old Shaker hymn called “Simple Gifts” that begins with this line: “Tis the gift to be simple.” This bench carries many of the qualities …
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Shaker Chest with a side drawer
Manageable size and smart techniques make this a fun and rewarding project
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A furniture maker visits the Pleasant Hill, Ky., community and unearths a fair number of surprises (nails!) about Shaker joinery. Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in the December 2005 issue of Popular Woodworking. If you’re plannin…
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