Videos in the Series

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  Introduction: Arts and Crafts Coffee Table

  August 6, 2012

  Get an overview of furniture maker Gregory Paolini's latest Video Workshop project, an Arts and Crafts-style coffee table of beautiful quartersawn white oak.

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  Episode 1: Laminated Leg Construction

  August 6, 2012

  Learn how to build beautiful table legs with figured quartersawn grain on all four faces by using lamination techniques.

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  Episode 2: Aprons, Stretchers, and Side Slats

  August 6, 2012

  Learn how to cut and mill components to consistent size and thickness.

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  Episode 3: Mortise-and-Tenon Joinery

  August 6, 2012

  Learn how to cut perfect mortise-and-tenon joinery with a router and router table.

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  Episode 4: Shelf and Through-Tenons

  August 6, 2012

  Tackle the most visible joint in this project as Paolini demonstrates techniques for blowout-free through-tenons.

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  Episode 5: Breadboard Ends

  August 6, 2012

  Learn how to create beautiful breadboard ends that move with seasonal changes in humidty.

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  Episode 6: Surface Prep

  August 6, 2012

  Learn the right way to use a random-orbit sander to obtain a flawless surface on your furniture. Plus, tips on how to attach the tabletop using traditional button blocks.

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  Episode 7: Assembly and Finish

  August 6, 2012

  Paolini demonstrates glue-up techniques and applies an easy oil-based finish that brings out the oak's beautiful ray fleck.