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    Randall O'Donnell

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    Randall O’Donnell is a woodworking teacher and maker of reproduction early American furniture, specializing in building rare antique masterpieces. From his one-person workshop in Nashville, Indiana, O’Donnell engages in every aspect of building traditional furniture, from kiln drying his own lumber to hand carving intricate parts, using the same techniques as those practiced in the small shops of the 18th century. O’Donnell has written some of the most ambitious project articles published by Fine Woodworking.

    • How to Carve a Shell

      July 1, 2012

      Learn how to lay out and carve an 18th-century-style fan

    • Shape Bracket Feet in Any Style Using the Bandsaw

      May 11, 2011

      Bracket feet have held up furniture for more than 300 years. Like most enduring elements, they have weathered changes in style but never went out of fashion. Whether you are…

    • A Little Masterpiece

      July 1, 2005

      Block-front document cabinet will challenge your skills

    • Oval Chippendale Stool

      April 1, 1999

      The curved frame and the carved cabriole legs come together with simple joinery

    • Curly Cherry Highboy, Part Three

      August 1, 1996

      Flame finials and carved fans complete this classic

    • Curly Cherry Highboy, Part Two

      June 1, 1996

      Making the upper case, drawers and gooseneck molding

    • Curly Cherry Highboy, Part One

      April 1, 1996

      Combine hand and machine techniques to produce an American furniture classic

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