Signed Copies! The Minimalist Woodworker Series

The Minimalist Woodworker

Here's the truth about woodworking: you don't need a single machine or a huge shop.  All you need are a few essential tools, a little bit of space for a basic workbench, and the desire to make something with your own hands.

The Minimalist Woodworker is about making woodworking simple: from the tools and the workspace to the easy-to-follow instructions. It eliminates any fears as it demystifies the craft. This book is all about a stress-free approach to woodworking. It begins with an understanding of the minimalist mindset and quickly details how to make a small space productive while outlining the most efficient tools for a woodworker. Each piece of equipment is explained and techniques and instructions for keeping each piece sharp and well-maintained are provided.

Once space and tools are covered, six useful projects are presented: saw bench and matching saw horse, Nicholson-style workbench, shooting board/bench hook, shop mallet, and a small hanging cabinet. Each project not only develops woodworking skills, but also outfits a small shop.

With step-by-step instructions, photos, illustrations, and an easy-going tone, The Minimalist Woodworker offers an informative, stress-free point of entry into the life-long craft of woodworking.

“If you are at the beginning of the craft or know someone who is, The Minimalist Woodworker is a great place to start”

— Christopher Schwarz, Lost Art Press

Projects from the Minimalist Woodworker

Projects from the Minimalist Woodworker teaches the basics of furniture making using step-by-step photos detailing the process of building handsome projects any woodworker will be proud to create.

A follow-up to Vic’s first book, this book is a celebration of the small tool set needed to create beautiful work and an expansion of the techniques and skills learned in the first book. This book acts like a seasoned woodworker lending a helping hand in the workshop. It also demystifies the craft of woodworking so that anyone with any skill level can dive in and do good work.

With Projects from the Minimalist Woodworker and even a modest toolset, anyone can develop their skills and enjoy unlimited hours in their shop.

You'll learn to build a variety of pieces including a handsome dovetailed box, a wall cabinet, a storage chest, and handy shop projects like a hand plane and a marking knife.

Oops! Mistakes Happen

Sometimes we catch things after the books are printed. This is where you’ll find any corrections.

  • In the book, Vic demonstrates with a 1/4” blade, however on page 12 the code for the Hock Blade is for a 1/2” blade. The design can be modified to use a larger blade, but if you want to make the knife that is in the book, be sure to get a 1/4” blade.

  • On page 58, the length for the seat stretcher is 12-3/4”. The correct length is 14-1/4”.